Name Meanings

Name meanings are the focus of these news stories, exploring what names mean and how those meanings affect your name choices and your child's psychology. To search all baby names by meaning, see our central page of lists organized by Name Meanings.

Aquarius Baby Names Hold Water
Thu Jan 23 2025

Aquarius Baby Names Hold Water

Aquarius names connect to air and water, intelligence and individualism, and notable Aquarians from history. Consult our guide to Aquarius baby names if you're expecting a little water bearer of your own!
January Names Feel Fresh
Wed Jan 01 2025

January Names Feel Fresh

January baby names relate to the New Year, winter season, and symbols of the month. From popular names to the most unique, view our guide to naming January babies.
Happy New Year Names
Tue Dec 31 2024

Happy New Year Names

A New Year’s baby is a double new beginning. Ring in the year with our guide to names celebrating dawning hope and a fresh start, plus some birthday namesakes.
Hanukkah Baby Names Glow Bright
Thu Dec 26 2024

Hanukkah Baby Names Glow Bright

Hanukkah baby names move beyond those of the Maccabees. For your modern Hanukkah baby, we have eight fashionable Hebrew names that mean light.
Christmas Names: Ultimate Guide (and Quiz!)
Mon Dec 23 2024

Christmas Names: Ultimate Guide (and Quiz!)

Christmas names for a Yuletide baby are a great way to honor the special season of their birth. Here's our ultimate guide to the best Christmas baby names to suit every style. Plus, take our quiz to get your own new festive name!
Capricorn Baby Names Are the Greatest of All Time
Sun Dec 22 2024

Capricorn Baby Names Are the Greatest of All Time

Some extraordinarily interesting names for your Capricorn baby.
Happy Baby Names
Wed Dec 11 2024

Happy Baby Names

Happy baby names are a great gift to bestow upon a child. Here is a wide-ranging list of positive possibilities, from Gioia to Georgie, Sebastian to Serenity.
December Baby Names Spread Cheer
Sun Dec 01 2024

December Baby Names Spread Cheer

December names are magical! In our guide to December baby names, we look at names inspired by Christmas, Hanukkah, and other symbols of the month.
Sagittarius Names Hit the Target
Wed Nov 20 2024

Sagittarius Names Hit the Target

Sagittarius names are adventurous, inspired choices connected to symbols of the sign, such as the archer, Jupiter, and fire.
November Baby Names Are Rich with Meaning
Wed Nov 06 2024

November Baby Names Are Rich with Meaning

November baby names express gratitude with Thanksgiving-related meanings, as well as those related to Autum, zodiac signs, and other symbols of the month.
Scorpio Names Captivate and Inspire
Tue Oct 22 2024

Scorpio Names Captivate and Inspire

Scorpio names convey the passion and intensity of the sign. They're related to the autumn season, water, and other symbols associated with Scorpio.
October Baby Names Spook and Delight
Tue Oct 01 2024

October Baby Names Spook and Delight

October names reference Halloween, the autumn season, and so much more. If you're expecting an October baby, check out our guide to October baby names.
Autumn Names: Colorful and Cozy
Tue Sep 24 2024

Autumn Names: Colorful and Cozy

Expecting a Fall baby, or just love this time of year? There's a rich harvest of autumnal names to choose from, inspired by nature, colors, festivals, and of course names meaning Autumn itself.
Libra Baby Names Strike a Balance
Mon Sep 23 2024

Libra Baby Names Strike a Balance

Libra baby names are as harmonious as the scales that represent the sign. Find inspiration for naming your Libra child in this full guide.
Baby Name Numerology: Number Names Count!
Tue Sep 17 2024

Baby Name Numerology: Number Names Count!

Number names for babies can reflect birth order, or celebrate numbers with meaning to you. Check out our multicultural options, from Una to Trillion.
That Name Means What????
Wed Sep 04 2024

That Name Means What????

From Puffy Cheeks to Pirate, these are the quirkiest name meanings out there.
September Baby Names Welcome the Fall
Sun Sep 01 2024

September Baby Names Welcome the Fall

September baby names draw from the Fall season, Virgo and Libra star signs, holidays that take place during the month, and more!
Virgo Baby Names Are Pure
Thu Aug 22 2024

Virgo Baby Names Are Pure

Virgo baby names are connected to purity and maidens as well as the Earth, wisdom, and more. We have the definitive guide to naming Virgo babies.
Brand Names Become Baby Names
Mon Aug 19 2024

Brand Names Become Baby Names

Brand name or baby name? They're both! Take a look at the baby names that were inspired by popular brand names in 2023 — some of them might surprise you.
The Best Names for August Babies
Thu Aug 01 2024

The Best Names for August Babies

August baby names relate to Leo and Virgo — August's star signs — the birthstones and flowers of the month, and everything summer.
Leo Baby Names Burn Hot
Mon Jul 22 2024

Leo Baby Names Burn Hot

Leo baby names relate to lions — the symbol of the sign — fire, the Sun, and so much more. If you need a name for your Leo baby, consult our guide.
Names Meaning Freedom Celebrate Independence Day
Thu Jul 04 2024

Names Meaning Freedom Celebrate Independence Day

Whether you're expecting an Independence Day baby or want to raise a free spirit, take inspiration from these names meaning freedom and independence. Sure, there's Liberty, but what about Saoirse, Scheherazade, or Charlie?
July Names Turn up the Heat
Mon Jul 01 2024

July Names Turn up the Heat

July baby names are some of the hottest around, relating to all things summer and sunshine, as well as notable events, figures, and holidays in July.
The 27+ Best Beachy Baby Names
Sat Jun 29 2024

The 27+ Best Beachy Baby Names

Beach-combing for summery baby names and digging up some surprising treasures.
Cancer Baby Names Make a Splash
Thu Jun 20 2024

Cancer Baby Names Make a Splash

Cancer baby names reference the summer season, the moon, and water. Consider one of these lovable names for your sweet and sensitive Cancer child.