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The popularity of baby names is the subject of these news stories, which look at name popularity trends now and over time. For all the current lists of top names around the world, go to our central Popular Names page.
May 22, 2026
Are Olivia and Liam actually the top names in the US? The Playground Analysis groups popular names according to their sound and then ranks the groups instead of the individual spellings. By listing all variant spellings together, we can reveal the names you're *really* most likely to hear on American playgrounds.
May 15, 2026
The most popular baby names by state for 2025 — see how they compare to Liam and Olivia, the most popular names nationally.
May 8, 2026
The top baby names of 2025 are Olivia and Liam, once again!
Jan 9, 2026
Analysis of the Reddest and Bluest baby names reveals unexpected trends that challenge the usual political stereotypes of Democrats and Republicans. The Reddest names buck convention with a nod to Americana, while the Bluest names embrace global traditions.
Nov 2, 2025
These names are well-known and traditional, but surprisingly rare!
Jul 31, 2025
Discover the most popular names in England and Wales in 2024.
Jul 31, 2025
Ancient Greek and Roman baby names are rising in popularity for modern babies.
Jul 24, 2025
We analyzed the latest data to reveal the signature baby names of the Northeastern states.
Jul 21, 2025
Lum, Lyman, Lawyer: Hundreds of boy names popular in 1880 have been forgotten, except by us.
Jun 23, 2025
The best one-syllable boy names are short, strong, and stylish.
Jun 23, 2025
Find out the top names for each letter of the alphabet in the USA and on Nameberry. Sure, Olivia and Oliver rule the O names, but do you know who is top for Y?
Jun 9, 2025
Do you like modern names that work for both girls and boys? Get inspiration from the most popular unisex names right now.
Jun 5, 2025
Are Olivia and Liam actually the top names in the US? The Playground Analysis groups popular names according to their sound and then ranks the groups instead of the individual spellings. By listing all variant spellings together, we can reveal the names you're *really* most likely to hear on American playgrounds.
Jun 1, 2025
Isabel and Oliver have come back, but what about Lula and Lyle?
May 29, 2025
These names dropped off the US charts for years — sometimes decades — but returned in 2024. Which ones will be back for good?
May 26, 2025
Unique boy names – from the uncommon to the truly unconventional – have boomed in recent years. We take a systematic look at a selection of the best boy names to suit all tastes, ranking below the Top 1000.
May 22, 2025
Unique girl names are more sought after than ever by new parents. We take a systematic look at 100+ of the very best options ranking comfortably below the Top 1000, to suit a range of styles and sensibilities.
May 19, 2025
Here are Nameberry's top choices for the best girl names starting with the letter A, from Ada to Azalea.
May 12, 2025
We uncover the most promising new names in this year’s Top 1000, plus get the full list of new Top 1000 names to watch!
May 9, 2025
The top baby names of 2024 are here! See the new Top 10 names for girls and boys, along with the fastest-rising and fastest-falling names of the year.
May 5, 2025
Baby names in the Southeastern States stand out for their unique blend of tradition and creative modern style.
Apr 17, 2025
Using the latest baby name statistics from England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, here are the most popular boy and girl names for every letter.
Apr 10, 2025
Our exclusive analysis shows the most popular names in the Midwestern US states, and the distinctive names used more here than anywhere else in the country.
Apr 4, 2025
Here are 80 perfectly positioned names for girls and boys, not too hot and not too cold.
Mar 20, 2025
If you know kids with these names, you might just live in the Southwestern States.
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