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Feb 28, 2017

The Virtues of a Virtue Name

Is there pressure on a girl named Faith to be particularly faithful? Grace to be graceful, Prudence to be prudent? Here’s one such bearer’s take on the subject.

Jan 29, 2017

The Very Best Water Names Now

All things aquatic are becoming increasingly inspirational sources of baby names, from bodies of water like River and Lake to the seafaring Sailor and Crew.

Sep 18, 2016

My Name is Gay

Guest blogger Gay Cioffi shares what it was like growing up with the name Gay, and how it changed over time.

Sep 11, 2016

Naming Book Characters: 3 Easy Steps

Ever wonder how novelists go about naming their characters? Guest blogger Ellen Smith shares her technique of breaking it down into three easy steps.

Aug 25, 2016

12 Brilliant Baby Names

Smart names for smart babies. Names that mean intelligent, ancient goddesses of wisdom, and heroes famed for their smarts–here’s a varied list of names that project intelligence and wisdom.

Aug 22, 2016

19 Biblical Girl Names You Should Consider

With Old Testament names like Sarah, Rebecca, Rachel, Leah and Hannah sliding down the popularity list, it’s time to look for some fresh substitutes–and here are some new possibilities, from Abijah to Jerusha to Kezia to Zipporah.

Aug 21, 2016

Naming Baldwin

Writer Benilde Little wanted a name that was strong, unique, and meaningful. But could her baby girl really handle the name Baldwin, after Little’s favorite author James Baldwin?

Aug 7, 2016

Modern Virtue Names

There’s a whole range of more modern virtue names, from Ace to Serenity.

May 16, 2016

Them Are Fighting Names

by Pamela Redmond Satran We’re always spotlighting baby names that have appealing meanings: nature and intelligence, peace and love. But the fact is that many ancient names have meanings that relate to fighting and war and victory, undoubtedly desirable qualities to parents who feared that their babies might be kidnapped by Huns or eaten by […]

Mar 21, 2016

Smart Boys’ Baby Names

If you’re interested in a name that means or conveys intelligence and wisdom, here are a range of choices for boys.