May 27, 2024
Vintage 1920s Names Sound New Again
Vintage names popular a century ago are coming back into style. Discover which names are already back, which are up-and-coming, and a few we don't think will ever return.
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May 26, 2024
The Most Popular Baby Name Endings of 2023
Feel like you know a lot of boys with -son names, or girls ending in -ana? They're America's top baby name name endings. Discover more trending endings, and what to avoid if you're looking for a name with a distinctive sound.
May 26, 2024
How We Reinvented Baby Names
Linda Rosenkrantz and Pamela Redmond reinvented baby names once with their groundbreaking book, Beyond Jennifer & Jason, and again with their website Nameberry. This is the story of their remarkable 35-year partnership, which produced ten bestselling books, the world's largest website devoted to baby names, and a baby-naming culture transformed forever.
May 25, 2024
Night Names are Heavenly
Night names take their cues from the stars, moon, and mythological deities of the night sky. Explore our guide to 100+ nighttime baby names.
May 24, 2024
Spanish Names Trending in the US
Spanish is the second language of the USA, and beautiful Spanish baby names feature prominently on the US charts. We look at the hottest Spanish names and trends in the US right now.
May 23, 2024
Lost Names Back in the Charts!
These names dropped off the charts for years, but now they're back! Including vintage nicknames and long-lost word names, which of these are back for good?
May 22, 2024
Bridgerton Names: Fantasy or historic reality?
Bridgerton names are part of the Netflix series' enthralling fantasy, but may not represent real early 19th century naming practices.
May 21, 2024
Top Baby Names 2023: The Playground Analysis
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 top names you're *really* most likely to hear on American playgrounds.
May 15, 2024
Buddhist Names for a Peaceful Child
Enlightened choices drawn from the spiritual practice of Buddhism, from new favorites like Bodhi to rarities like Moksha and Om.
May 10, 2024
Top Baby Names 2023 Announced!
The top baby names of 2023 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 9, 2024
Four Syllable Baby Names Hot Right Now
Four syllable baby names are very versatile and perfect for shorter surnames. Check out our picks for 80 of the coolest four syllable names right now!
May 6, 2024
Japanese Baby Names Have International Appeal
Japanese names are stylish and significant, and increasingly on trend today. If you want to honor Japanese heritage or a connection to the language and culture, here is a beginner's guide to beautiful and meaningful Japanese names.
May 5, 2024
Grandma Names: The Ultimate Guide
Grandma names — the names that grandchildren call their grandmothers — are more creative than ever before. Bye-bye, Grandma and hello, Glamma? Zuzu? Honey? The choice is yours!
May 4, 2024
Initial Names: From AJ to Zee
Names made from initials like AJ, Gigi, and even Casey are fun, informal nicknames, and they can go straight onto the birth certificate too. Find out which initial names are most popular!
May 3, 2024
Flower Name Meanings Hold Secrets
Flower name meanings hold secrets related to sentiments and relationships that Victorians used to convey hidden messages. Discover the secret meanings of your favorite popular and uncommon flower names.
May 2, 2024
My Name, My Story: Zara
Guest writer Zara Zong tells the story of the names she was given, in China and America, and the name she chose for herself.
Apr 30, 2024
150+ European Baby Boy Names
European boy names don't stop at Leo and Lucas! Here are our favorite stylish, sophisticated, under-the-radar European baby names for boys.
Apr 29, 2024
Authors Get to Name Everyone!
Most fiction authors get to name a whole world of characters — but getting it right is a fine art. Author Maria Frazer shares her top tips for choosing names that enhance your story and keep your readers on board.
Apr 28, 2024
Unique Names That Start With Em
Em baby names don't have to stop at Emma, Emily and Emmett! We've gathered 50+ uncommon and unique Em names for both sexes, which stand out while fitting in with this most fashionable of name sounds.
Apr 27, 2024
Catalan Names: Europe's Secret Treasure
Catalonia, in north-east Spain, has its own distinct language, culture... and names! Guest author Emily McBride reports on what's trending in the nurseries of Barcelona, and finds more Catalan names you might fall in love with.
Apr 26, 2024
Arbor Day Names: If You Love the Tree but Not the Name
For Arbor Day, we offer interesting alternatives to some of the common tree names.
Apr 25, 2024
Why Taureans Are Sophisticated Namers
Taurus namers are loyal, stubborn, and refined. They are drawn to elegant names that project a classy image. Read all about Taurus namers here.
Apr 24, 2024
Ethiopian Names are Rooted in Tradition
Ethiopian names are rooted in tradition and religion, including gorgeous undiscovered variations of Biblical classics, and stylish names from the Amharic language. Read on to hear our picks of Ethiopian names that would cross beautifully into the Western world.
Apr 22, 2024
Four Elements Baby Names Are Grounded in Nature
Earth, air, fire, and water inspire a class of subtle nature names tied to the classical elements.
Apr 21, 2024
10 Baby Name Trends of 2024
Baby name trends for 2024 reflect parents' values, aesthetics, and identities, coinciding with a society-wide shift in parenting. Discover 10 of our top trend forecasts for the year ahead.