Unique Names News

Unique, rare, uncommon, and unusual names for both girls and boys are the focus of the news articles here. We look at unique names resurrected from the past as well as unusual, rare, and uncommon baby names emerging today. Also here are updates on new research on the usage of unique baby names as well as fresh sources for unusual names.

Greek Names for Girls: 21 unexplored ancient treasures
Thu Aug 07 2025

Greek Names for Girls: 21 unexplored ancient treasures

Lovely ancient Greek girls names from Alala to Echo to Ianthe to Io.
The Lost Boy Names of 1880
Mon Jul 21 2025

The Lost Boy Names of 1880

Lum, Lyman, Lawyer: Hundreds of boy names popular in 1880 have been forgotten, except by us.
100+ Unique Unisex Middle Names
Sat Jul 12 2025

100+ Unique Unisex Middle Names

Cool unisex middle names are a great way to liven up a conventional first name or make a traditionally gendered name feel more gender neutral.
Maori Names Take the Stage
Thu Jul 10 2025

Maori Names Take the Stage

Māori names range from cool international favorites like Ari and Maia to rare gems like Aroha and Matiu. Discover some of the best Māori baby names and their meanings.
12 Best Beachy Names for Girls
Tue Jul 01 2025

12 Best Beachy Names for Girls

Looking for a name for a summertime baby girl that goes beyond the obvious choices? Here are 12 examples you probably haven't thought of.
The Coolest Unisex Nature Names
Wed Jun 25 2025

The Coolest Unisex Nature Names

Cool unisex nature names — from the hottest choices right now, to some unique gender-neutral ideas to inspire you!
Mermaid Names: Beyond Madison and Ariel
Thu Jun 19 2025

Mermaid Names: Beyond Madison and Ariel

Searching through sources from ancient myth to modern movies, Abby Sandel uncovers a bevy of distinctive mermaid names, from Cleodora to Coralia, Oona to Ocarina.
Flower Names for Girls: The Ultimate Guide
Thu Jun 12 2025

Flower Names for Girls: The Ultimate Guide

Flower names for girls never go out of style! Here are our picks for the brightest and best floral names for girls right now.
The Best Cool Undiscovered Boy Names
Mon Jun 09 2025

The Best Cool Undiscovered Boy Names

Among the 100 best cool undiscovered boy names are several of our all-time favorites: Barnaby and Inigo, Fielder and Lorcan, Humphrey and Thackery. Get inspired here.
June Baby Names Welcome the Summer!
Sun Jun 01 2025

June Baby Names Welcome the Summer!

June baby names include sweet summery choices meaning sun and sea, as well as names that celebrate June's most famous figures, feasts, and festivals.
Forgotten Names Back in the Charts
Thu May 29 2025

Forgotten Names Back in the Charts

These names dropped off the US charts for years — sometimes decades — but returned in 2024. Which ones will be back for good?
100+ Best Boy Names Below the Top 1000
Mon May 26 2025

100+ Best Boy Names Below the Top 1000

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.
Unique Girl Names from Nature
Mon May 26 2025

Unique Girl Names from Nature

Unusual nature names for girls reference the earth and the sky, the water and the seasons.
Extravagant Boy Names Stand Out
Mon May 26 2025

Extravagant Boy Names Stand Out

Extravagant boy names and where to find them! A treasure trove of stand-out choices for bold baby namers and those looking for a dramatic name for a character or pet.
100+ Best Girl Names Below the Top 1000
Thu May 22 2025

100+ Best Girl Names Below the Top 1000

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.
Are These the Best Baby Names Ever?
Wed May 21 2025

Are These the Best Baby Names Ever?

The best names ever? We think so. These names are cool enough to be beloved by the Berries, but rare enough that they haven't been discovered by most of the United States.
Best New Names In The Top 1000!
Mon May 12 2025

Best New Names In The Top 1000!

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!
Where To Find A Cool Vintage Boy Name
Mon Apr 28 2025

Where To Find A Cool Vintage Boy Name

Cool vintage boy names and where to find them! Explore some of our top recommendations here, from edgy retro nicknames, to stylish surnames, to unique vintage boy names which are likely to stay rare.
Strong Boy Names: The Ultimate Guide
Mon Apr 21 2025

Strong Boy Names: The Ultimate Guide

Strong boy names are a powerful trend right now. We round up 100+ of the boldest and best strong names for boys..
One-of-a-Kind Baby Names Stand Out
Mon Mar 31 2025

One-of-a-Kind Baby Names Stand Out

One-of-a-kind baby names are truly unique. We have 250+ names that nobody (really, nobody) is using, and could be right for your baby.
The Names Really In Danger of Extinction
Thu Mar 13 2025

The Names Really In Danger of Extinction

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!)
Mardi Gras Names: Let The Good Times Roll!
Mon Mar 03 2025

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!
12 Boy Names That Deserve More Love
Sat Mar 01 2025

12 Boy Names That Deserve More Love

Looking for a boy name that feels both fashionable and original, that stands out for its rarity but fits with current trends? Read on for our top picks right now.
African-American Naming History: The evolution of Black names
Fri Feb 07 2025

African-American Naming History: The evolution of Black names

The earliest African American names included day names, place names, and word names that sound very 21st century.
Quirky Saint Names to Spice Up Your List
Fri Jan 24 2025

Quirky Saint Names to Spice Up Your List

Exploring some of the most obscure and eccentric saintly names plucked from history and legend.