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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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!
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.
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.
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.
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.
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?
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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!
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.
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..
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.
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!)
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!
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.
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.
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.