Dec 16, 2023
Christmas Names for Boys
Christmas names for baby boys range from the classic Joseph or Emmanuel to modern-style Drummer or Dove.
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Dec 12, 2023
New Names on Nameberry in 2023: Part 2!
The newest additions to the Nameberry database range from international names, nature names, virtue names, and recent celebrity and pop culture choices.
Dec 10, 2023
Some Surprising Surnames to Consider
Looking for a stylish surname that's not too popular? Here are some ideas with interesting and unexpected origins.
Dec 3, 2023
Unique Nature Names for Christmas Babies
Wonderful rare nature names for a Christmas baby, from trees like Cedar and Cypress to the fragrant Lavender and Sage.
Nov 9, 2023
Names Meaning Fire For Your Little Spark
Hot names with fiery meanings, from Apollo to Seraphina, that might be perfect for babies born in fall and winter.
Oct 30, 2023
Demon Names: The Ultimate Guide
Demon names are more popular than ever before — for characters, pets, and yes, even babies. Find the best, most badass demon names in our ultimate guide.
Oct 15, 2023
Rainbow Baby Names Honor and Comfort
Rainbow baby names can be a way to remember the past and look to the future. Be inspired by names meaning comfort and hope, storms and rainbows, and other ways to honor memories in a name.
Oct 12, 2023
Hindu Names With Beautiful Meanings
Hindu names with bright and beautiful meanings relating to light, joy, love, family and prosperity.
Oct 7, 2023
Character Names: Finding the perfect one
Character names can be as difficult as baby names. Here are some tips from a writer on finding good ones.
Oct 4, 2023
Do You *Really* Know What These Names Mean?
You've looked up the meaning of your favorite name, you love it... and then another source says it means something totally different! How do you know which one is right? Aili Winstanley Channer explains why, for many well-known names, there's room for both.
May 29, 2023
New Study Shows Climate Impact on Baby Names
Nature-related baby names are a huge trend across the board right now. But did you know that the climate actually influences the type of nature names American parents are choosing for their children?
Sep 29, 2022
Unraveling the Origins of Evelyn
What is the meaning of Evelyn? Where does it come from? We take a deep dive into the fascinating history of the name Evelyn in search of the answers.
Sep 2, 2022
Celestial Baby Names: 20 Names That Mean Star
Discover 20 stunning unique names that mean star, from Astraea to Yvaine.
Jul 19, 2022
Best Z Names for Boys
Looking for an offbeat boy name with lots of energy? These Z names for boys could be for you. Z is uncommon at the start of words in English, so baby names beginning with Z tend to stand out.
Jul 8, 2022
Best J Names for Boys
The very best boy names starting with the letter J, from Jacoby to Justice.
May 19, 2022
The Boys of Summer: Apollo, Elio and Leo
A diverse menu of name possibilities for your summertime son.
Feb 3, 2022
Lawyer Names
If you want your baby to grow up to be an attorney, give him one of these names, says a new study.
Sep 27, 2021
Tamil Baby Names Honor Heritage
Tamil baby names are rich in history and heritage. Discover a selection of the best authentic Tamil names with positive meanings here!
Apr 4, 2020
How to Name Your Baby in a Time of Crisis
The coronavirus pandemic is changing how parents think about baby names. Expectant parents across the globe are on the hunt for names with significant meanings in remembrance of this historic time.
Mar 21, 2020
Names Meaning Hope Shine a Light
With optimistic meanings like hope, light and happiness, these baby names represent better things to come.
Feb 13, 2020
These Names Mean Fame and Fortune
Are you more likely to be a movie star if your name is Daniel or Katherine? A recent survey thinks so– and we’ve got more names with famous meanings.
Feb 7, 2020
Why Are Parents Choosing “Evil” Names?
Names once considered off-limits, like Lucifer, are on the rise. Why do parents use them– and would you?
Dec 11, 2019
These Cool Winter Baby Names Are Hot, Hot, Hot!
Seasonal baby names: would you consider using one? Each year, the Office for National Statistics in England and Wales releases a month-by-month breakdown of the Top 10 baby names for boys and girls. The boys’ side is more or less constant, and so is the girls’… for eleven months of the year, at least. But […]
Dec 10, 2019
Color of the Year Inspires Baby Names
Pantone, the authority on all things color, has announced that the 2020 color of the year is Classic Blue. This deep and calming hue evokes confidence, calmness, and dependability—virtues we covet for this upcoming decade! Prepare to see Classic Blue everywhere in 2020—in house paint, accessories, and yes, even baby names. Blue-hued baby names are […]
Nov 25, 2019
Banned Baby Names: Iceland Rejects Lucifer
Add Lucifer to the long list of banned baby names in Iceland. According to a report from Iceland Monitor, the controversial choice was recently rejected by the Icelandic Naming Committee after parents tried to give it to their newborn son. Commenting on its decision, the Committee stated: “Since the name Lucifer is one of the […]