Name Meanings

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Apr 25, 2012

Golden Names: 24-karat names

From Aurelius to Orla to Zorina to Goldie itself, these names all give off a golden glow.

Mar 1, 2012

A Baby Name “Quad-ary”: Can This Berry Find a Name That Fits?

Sibset SOS! This mom is seeking help finding a name for her fourth child with a meaning that’s compatible with those of his or her older sisters. Can you help her make a meaningful choice?

Jan 8, 2012

Nameberry Nine: Meaning matters

What does a name really mean? Abby Sandel looks beyond etymology to meanings found in family, art, nature, politics, personal values &#8212; even colors, ala new starbaby Blue Ivy Carter.

Oct 5, 2011

Blond, Brunette, and Redhead Baby Names

Looking for a name for your little redhead? Or blond or dark-haired baby? One way to go: A name that fits your child’s looks.

Sep 20, 2011

Names Meaning Peace: From Axel to Zuelia

Maybe a name that means peace won’t get your baby to sleep through the night&#8230;but it&#8217;s still a lovely, inspirational idea.

Sep 2, 2011

Occupation names: A Labor Day celebration

From Baxter and Booker to Webster and Wheeler, a Labor Day salute to names that sometimes surprisingly reflect the laborers of the past.

Aug 31, 2011

Name Themes: Pro or con?

What do you think of families whose kids’ names all start with the same letter, or are a garden of flower names? Would or did you theme your children&#8217;s names?

Jul 7, 2011

Character Naming: Advice from an expert

Bestselling thriller writer Jeff Abbott reveals his techniques for finding the perfect names for his characters&#8211;with a gratifying nod to nameberry.

Apr 7, 2011

Name Stories for Kids: For name-nerds-in-training!

Start your toddler off right on the path towards name love with these five appellation-themed picture books .

Mar 1, 2011

March Names: From Lion to Lamb

March comes in like a lion, bringing with it a whole pride of strong leonine names, and in a month will exit with a few gentler lamb-like choices.

Feb 25, 2011

Nameberry Picks: 20 Best German Names Beyond Hansel & Hedwig

The best German names for babies everywhere.

Feb 3, 2011

Chinese New Year Names: The Year of the Rabbit

Celebrating the Chinese Year of the Rabbit with related names that move far beyond Flopsy, Mopsy and Cottontail, thanks to Elisabeth Wilborn.

Dec 21, 2010

Most Popular Names 2010: Henry edges out Finn for Number 1 boy name

Nameberry’s Top 100 boys&#8217; names for 2010 ranks such names as Jasper, Milo, and Atticus far above such popular American boys as Jacob and Jayden.

Dec 20, 2010