Baby Name Advice
Advice on choosing baby names is the focus of these news stories and features, which include advice on choosing middle names and family names, on finding the right baby names, and on navigating name disputes.
Tue May 21 2019
Nature Names for Boys
Their firstborn is Cedar. Now they need ideas for nature names for boys that are just as perfect for his little brother. Lisa writes: We have a son named Cedar, and we’re expecting another boy in September. If it was a girl, we were considering Aurora, Juniper, or Sequoia. I know Juniper and Sequoia could […]
Tue Apr 30 2019
Sibsets: Finding a name for baby #3
The Name Sage helps find the perfect sibset name for baby number 3.
Tue Apr 16 2019
Favorite Twin Names: Turning One Favorite into Two
The Name Sage helps this mom find the perfect boy-girl twin names.
Tue Apr 02 2019
Sibset: A name for Jack’s baby sister
The NAme Sage helps find the perfect sister name for Jack.
Tue Mar 05 2019
Baby Boy Names: Strong Classics
Our Name Sage seeks a strong classic baby boy name for Charlie’s little brother.
Tue Feb 19 2019
Popular Girl Names: Lost in the La-Crowd
Is Lyla too much like other La-la names? See what the Name Sage thinks!
Tue Feb 05 2019
Boy Names: Seeking something fresh
Is it harder to pick a boys’ name than a girls’? The Name Sage doesn’t think so, and offers some persuasive proof!
Tue Jan 22 2019
Baby Naming Advice: Teacher Edition
Parents who work with lots of kids have a unique challenge when it comes to naming their own–a problem Name Sage Abby confronts this week.
Tue Jan 08 2019
Science Fiction Baby Names
The Name Sage helps this mom looking for a name from the worlds of sci fi and fantasy.
Tue Dec 18 2018
Baby Name Theft: Are We the Bad Guys?
When someone close to you uses the name you’ve picked for your about-to-arrive son, what to do? The Name Sage has definite ideas!
Tue Dec 04 2018
Blending Baby Names for a Modern Brady Bunch Family
The Name Sage offers her advice for a newly blended family. Vote on the poll!
Tue Nov 27 2018
Sister Names: Long or Short?
The Name Sage offers her suggestions for a sister name to Olivia–and you get a chance to vote on her choices.
Tue Nov 06 2018
Sibling Names: Unusual Baby Names with Great Meanings
Abby the Name Sage advises this mom on picking a name for her second child.
Tue Oct 30 2018
Naming (Other People’s) Babies
A humorous take on one writer’s do’s and don’ts of baby naming.
Mon Oct 22 2018
10 Big Baby Name Questions That Keep Us Up at night
For our 10th anniversary, Abby summarizes some of the BIG baby name dilemmas–and how to solve them
Tue Oct 02 2018
Girl Baby Names: Harlow, Cleo, or Willow?
The Name Sage is faced with three similar names. Which one does she recommend? Add your opinion in the poll!
Tue Sep 04 2018
Baby Name Doubt: Is This Name Too Different?
They chose a name for Lucy’s brother, but now they’re having doubts. Should they reconsider the name that got away? Kelsey writes: We’re due November 24 with a boy. My husband and I decided to name our son Callahan Samuel and call him Cal. Samuel is a family name, so that part is sticking. We […]
Tue Aug 21 2018
Choosing Baby Names: Love, Logic, or Both?
When you’ve loved names since you could talk, how can you possibly choose just one? The Name Sage advises logic, unless, of course, the name you adore breaks all the rules … Adriana writes: We are finally pregnant! After years of infertility, we are expecting. I am a name lover, and have been since […]
Tue Aug 07 2018
Warrior Girl Names: Finding the Right Fit for a Fighter
The Name Sage helps this family seeking a strong name for a daughter facing challenges.
Mon Jul 30 2018
Other People’s Name Opinions: Do you care?
How much do other people’s opinion of a name matter to you?
Sun Jul 22 2018
The Best Popular Names–and why to pick one!
10 popular names that still make great choices.
Tue Jul 17 2018
Bold Boy Names: What Goes with Riggins?
The Name Sage returns to help find a name for the brother of Riggins.
Tue Jul 10 2018
Classic Girl Names with Neat Nicknames
The Name Sage faces the challenge of finding a name for a fourth sister.
Tue Jun 19 2018
Boy Name: How to honor Grandma Jacqueline?
The Name Sage asks you to vote on these various namesake options.