Name News from the Arts & Pop Culture
The news stories here cover the latest names and name trends inspired by literature, music, art, film, and television.
Thu Mar 07 2024
Celebrity Baby Name Tattoos
Celebrities who have paid tribute to their children with baby name tattoos — from conventional to crazy.
Sat Feb 17 2024
Kindercore Names Evoke Nostalgia
Kindercore names harken back to childhood, referencing beloved characters we all grew up with. We explore this new trend, as seen in recent celebrity babies Bambi, Cosmo, and Malibu Barbie.
Fri Feb 16 2024
African-American Heroine Names
Notable African-American heroines inspire a range of names to look up to, from the well-known to the underappreciated.
Tue Feb 13 2024
Mardi Gras Names: Let The Good Times Roll!
A parade of names celebrating the fun and pageantry of the New Orleans carnival, and all things Louisiana. Laissez les bons temps rouler!
Sun Jan 07 2024
How Bad Are These Names?
Some names are so attached to infamous figures that they're unthinkable on a child... or are they? Culture changes, and names that were once unacceptable can become possible or even popular. We shine the spotlight on the most notorious names, to see where they are now.
Sat Jan 06 2024
Harry Potter Names: Beyond Harry & Hermione
Harry Potter names highlight the influence of the world-famous book and movie series on the naming world, from Luna to Bellatrix to Draco.
Sat Dec 30 2023
Quiz: What's Your 2023 Name?
Take our quiz to discover your 2023 name, then read about the names that defined the year.
Tue Dec 19 2023
Taylor Swift May Be a Baby Name Influencer, but She Won’t Popularize This Name
Is there anything Taylor Swift can't do? Actually, yes: popularize this baby name.
Wed Nov 22 2023
Disney Princess Names
The Disney Princesses have some gorgeous names, from Aurora to Belle to Raya. Take a look at how Disney Princess movies have influenced naming trends, and read up on some of the histories behind these iconic heroines' names.
Wed Nov 15 2023
Moonstruck Names: Lunar names from Calypso to Cressida
Shimmering moon names drawn from the worlds of Greek myth and Shakespeare's plays.
Wed Nov 08 2023
Top Baby Name Influencers 2023
Stars and their children are the top baby name influencers of 2023. See the most influential celebrity-related names of the year, from Aspyn to Ozzy to Shai.
Tue Oct 31 2023
What's Your Halloween Name?
Celebrate the holiday with seasonal names for a Halloween baby, and a quiz to find out your own spooky Halloween name.
Mon Oct 30 2023
Demon Names: The Ultimate Guide
Demon names are more popular than ever before — for characters, pets, and yes, even babies. Find the best, most badass demon names in our ultimate guide.
Sat Oct 07 2023
Character Names: Finding the perfect one
Character names can be as difficult as baby names. Here are some tips from a writer on finding good ones.
Sat Sep 30 2023
Vampire Names Bite Back!
With Halloween just around the corner, it’s time to lift the lid on vampire baby names. It’s been a few years since we last covered them, and the vampire world — and the pool of fangtastic names — just keeps growing.
Sat Sep 02 2023
Saint Names: Patrons of the Arts
Saint names are spiritual and significant, and these beautiful options are perfect for parents of a creative persuasion. Patron saints of painters and poets, bookbinders and architects might give heavenly inspiration to a budding artist.
Fri Aug 18 2023
Brand Names Become Baby Names
Brand name or baby name? They're both! Take a look at the baby names that were inspired by popular brand names in 2022 — some of them might surprise you.
Wed Jul 26 2023
AI Says These Are the Most Stereotypical Names in Your State
We asked AI about the most stereotypical baby names in each state, and the results are wild.
Wed Jun 28 2023
How Chrissy Teigen and John Legend Are Leading Baby Name Trends
Chrissy Teigen and John Legend have proven themselves celebrity baby naming champions for the fourth time by naming their newborn son Wren Alexander. Their choice is right on trend with a growing interest in unisex names for baby boys, according to an exclusive analysis by Nameberry.
Mon Jun 19 2023
Black History Names: Barrier Breakers
Black history names include the extraordinary names of extraordinary men and women who achieved firsts in their chosen fields.
Sat Jun 17 2023
Wes Anderson Names Add Whimsy
Wes Anderson baby names are whimsical, meaningful, and incredibly iconic. We profile the most notable names from the auteur's universe and have a quiz for you to discover your Wes Anderson name.
Sat May 27 2023
Is the Secret to Succession in its Names?
Nameberry is going viral this weekend with our prediction for the outcome of Succession based on its...names. Does an unusual last name and the history of baseball offer the clue to who the successor will be, and why.
Thu May 11 2023
Rihanna's Baby Name Revealed!
Two days before his first birthday, Rihanna and A$AP Rocky's son's name has been revealed. Find out the meaningful, musical moniker they gave their baby boy.
Fri May 05 2023
Khloe Kardashian Reveals Son's Name — Tatum Robert!
Khloe Kardashian's baby boy's name is finally revealed — Tatum Robert! Read all about this gender-neutral celebrity baby name and see how well it pairs with the other Kardashian kid names.
Thu Apr 13 2023
100 Best Sci-Fi Names for Children
Can science fiction names work in this world too? You bet. Many of our favorite characters have wonderful names, whether classic or modern, that have inspired parents and even kicked off trends. Here are our top 100 sci-fi names for your little intergalactic hero(ine).