Mar 27, 2018
Poetic Baby Names: Madrigal, Calliope and Ode
Celebrating the approach of Poetry Month with some surprisingly usable poetic words.
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Mar 27, 2018
Celebrating the approach of Poetry Month with some surprisingly usable poetic words.
Mar 15, 2018
What are some names whose meanings don’t match their image?
Mar 6, 2018
Their daughter is facing surgery immediately after birth. Let’s help her mama find a strong name for this little warrior! Ellen writes: We recently found out that our baby girl has a rare condition that will require surgery and a NICU stay when she finally greets the world. I’ve always loved powerful female names in […]
Feb 28, 2018
In name news this week, Scottish place names, smooshes, and much more.
Feb 6, 2018
By Abby Sandel This musical family has named three daughters, all inspired by song. But now that they’re expecting a boy, all the names sound flat! What fits with the theme for a son? Lisa writes: I have 3 daughters with musical names: Cadence, Melody, and Aria. I thought for sure we would be having […]
Feb 5, 2018
Quiet, consistent and reliable classics: Peter, Paul and Philip
Feb 2, 2018
A fascinating look into the creative process behind the names in the already-acclaimed debut novel “Self-Portrait with Boy” by Rachel Lyon
Jan 15, 2018
New Year’s resolution: to find a baby name that connotes strength and well being.
Dec 19, 2017
Should they name their son Thor? He’s big on the heroic heritage pick, but she fears it might be too much name for a mere mortal. Mary writes: I’m writing with an odd conundrum. My husband is dead set on naming our son Thor. My husband’s family is Norwegian and very proud of their heritage […]
Dec 18, 2017
There’s a new wave of spiritual baby names sweeping in, names like Bodhi and Temple and Vesper.
Dec 17, 2017
We wish you happy holidays with these ten names that mean happiness and joy!
Dec 12, 2017
How parents’ names affect their baby name style.
Nov 20, 2017
From out of the toy box and off the movie screen come lots of usable Lego-related names.
Nov 7, 2017
The Name Sage challenge: finding a name both traditional and modern.
Oct 5, 2017
Sweet girl names like Alice and Edith are newly stylish again.
Sep 26, 2017
Love or hate your own name? That could affect your baby name choice.
Sep 24, 2017
As we all hope our children grow up in a peaceful world, consider these names that mean peace, from Axel to Shiloh.
Sep 19, 2017
The Name Sage helps find a girls’ surname name for this family that feels fresh and modern and blends with those of her two brothers.
Aug 29, 2017
Question of the week: Can a name’s bad backstory negate it for you?
Aug 15, 2017
Guest blogger Melissa Willets draws from her personal experience to advise how to honor a rainbow baby.
Aug 7, 2017
An innovative list of nautical names for lovers of sailors and the sea–and everyone else.
Aug 6, 2017
Heroic baby names from the era of World War II.