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Mar 17, 2025
Double-barrel names are on the rise! We crunched the numbers and found the most popular double-barrel names for girls and boys in the US and UK. See how the countries compare and discover uniquely-used names in each.
Mar 13, 2025
Every Tom, Dick, and Harry doesn't mean what it used to. We have the scoop on the names that are going extinct, from those currently in the danger zone to the ones that have already vanished (hint: Gary, Karen, and Nigel are not among them!)
Mar 10, 2025
The popularity of baby names is usually country or even region-specific. But as the world gets smaller, there's a growing cadre of names that rank highly on the lists of a wide range of countries.
Mar 6, 2025
Once used as placeholders, middle names have become a space for creativity and individuality. Today, parents use them to add contrast, meaning, or flair — making name combinations more distinctive than ever. We analyze the top middle names and middle name trends today.
Feb 27, 2025
Which names are more popular in the Western United State than the rest of the country? We analyzed the latest data to find stylish, quirky Western favorites.
Jan 16, 2025
Get out your crystal ball! We're predicting the most popular baby names of 2035. We see Top 100 shake ups, unexpected newcomers and fast-falling favorites in the future.
Jan 9, 2025
What are the eyebrow-raising choices of today that have the potential to become the popular names of tomorrow? We analyzed our site statistics from the past six months to identify 15 outlandish baby names currently trending upwards in a big way.
Dec 12, 2024
Exclusive data analysis reveals the names most loved by our readers this year!
Dec 7, 2024
British and American parents' favorite names are similar, yet oh so different.
Dec 5, 2024
The top baby names 2023 have arrived! Find out the new Top 10 boy and girl names UK.
Nov 15, 2024
The top city baby names in the US are different from the top names in the country and distinct from each other.
Nov 9, 2024
Is "Trendiest Untrendy Names" an oxymoron? These rising but rare names defy conventional naming patterns — perfect for the most fashion-forward parents.
Oct 24, 2024
Gender-Neutral names are used in equal numbers for girls and boys. Using the latest data, we've calculated which names qualify as gender-neutral today.
Oct 17, 2024
The most defining names of our modern era went from obscurity to mainstream status in record time! We explore the trendiest names of the 21st century — those that were completely unheard of pre-2000 but now rank in the Top 1000.
Oct 10, 2024
What goes up must come down! Names like Charli and Atticus, Phoenix and Jackson — which once seemed destined for the top of the charts — have reached an apex and are now sliding in the rankings. We look at all the names that have recently passed their peaks.
Sep 19, 2024
What are the top unisex names where you live? We reveal the most popular names used for both boys and girls in every US state. Some states are in line with national favorites Logan and Avery, while others go their own unique way.
Aug 23, 2024
Names and trends across the English-speaking world are similar in some ways — and very different in others! We take a closer look at the quirkiest local favorites in cities around the world.
Aug 18, 2024
Looking for a cool boy name that's not too masculine? These names are both unisex and rare, going beyond gender and standing out in their own right.
Aug 14, 2024
If you've always wanted to name your daughter Olivia or Sophia or Charlotte, only to see your favorite name ruined by its rise to the top of the popularity list, we have a solution. Or rather, 100 of them.
Aug 8, 2024
Astrology names are inspired by the zodiac signs, the planets, and the four elements. And your zodiac sign can offer insight to your naming style. Whether you believe it's written in the stars, or it's just a bit of fun, astrology can be a great starting point for finding a baby name.
Jul 28, 2024
Beyond popular nature-inspired choices like Lily and River, Mother Nature has an abundance of beautiful rare names.
Jul 15, 2024
What makes a name classic? At Nameberry, we took on the challenge of making the qualifications of a classic measurable. Find out here if your favorite names make the cut.
Jul 10, 2024
Through the years, from Barbara Lou to Barbie, dolls' ID tags have said a lot about name trends.
Jul 9, 2024
Longtime Nameberry forums member Leah S. shares her annual deep dive into the fastest rising and falling baby name trends. Read more about what sounds were hot (or not) in the most recent US data.