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Jan 8, 2024
Let's take a look at the most popular names for each letter across the past four generations: from the great-grandparents of babies born today to the names filling kindergarten rosters in 2024 and beyond.
Jan 7, 2024
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.
Jan 6, 2024
Harry Potter names highlight the influence of the world-famous book and movie series on the naming world, from Luna to Bellatrix to Draco.
Jan 5, 2024
Hawaiian names are enjoying wider use far beyond the shores of the Hawaiian islands. Here is a complete guide to Hawaiian names.
Jan 4, 2024
The coolest rare names from 100 years ago that were fashionable during the Roaring Twenties, but feel fresh and unique today.
Jan 2, 2024
Sister names should be coordinated in style — sometimes sound or theme — but not be confusingly close. We take a look at popular and unique sister name combinations, as well as our favorite celebrity examples.
Dec 30, 2023
Take our quiz to discover your 2023 name, then read about the names that defined the year.
Dec 29, 2023
2023 is coming to a close, and it is time to celebrate the year's cohort of wonderfully named Babyberries, born to our very own Nameberry users. Find out what the most popular names were among Berry parents this year and what naming trends were most in style. Also, join us in welcoming the most recent Babyberries, born in the second half of the year!
Dec 26, 2023
Capricorn namers are determined, practical, and high-achievers. They are drawn to stately and stoic names that command respect. Read all about Capricorn namers here.
Dec 23, 2023
The meaning of Mary is shrouded in mystery, despite its super classic status. We take a look at the most compelling candidates for Mary's meaning and origin.
Dec 21, 2023
Classic boy names come in many variations that slide up and down the popularity scale. Here's how to make your traditional favorite more rare.
Dec 20, 2023
Color names, either flat-out color names like Blue or names with colorful meanings like Aurelia, are more and more popular. But do you know the secret meaning behind the color that's behind the baby name you love?
Dec 19, 2023
Is there anything Taylor Swift can't do? Actually, yes: popularize this baby name.
Dec 18, 2023
Dramatic heroine names are big, bold and beautiful – and they're on the rise! We've rounded up 100 of the coolest choices, with the best badass namesakes.
Dec 17, 2023
Christmas names for baby girls, from the classic Holly and Ivy to the new-styled Dove or Lumi.
Dec 16, 2023
Christmas names for baby boys range from the classic Joseph or Emmanuel to modern-style Drummer or Dove.
Dec 14, 2023
New parents — those who haven't spent much time around today's babies — may not be up on today's trending boy names. Take a look at some of the most unexpectedly trendy boy names in the US right now.
Dec 13, 2023
If you're a first-time parent, today's trending girl names may surprise you. Take a look at some of the most unexpectedly trendy girl names in the US right now.
Dec 12, 2023
The newest additions to the Nameberry database range from international names, nature names, virtue names, and recent celebrity and pop culture choices.
Dec 11, 2023
What are surprisingly international baby names? They're names that are uncommon in the US, but have roots in multiple languages, and work in many more!
Dec 10, 2023
Looking for a stylish surname that's not too popular? Here are some ideas with interesting and unexpected origins.
Dec 9, 2023
How do you avoid choosing the top baby name of the future? Crystal balls at the ready! Here are our five top tips for predicting the future popularity of your favorite names.
Dec 8, 2023
Christmas names for dogs, including popular Christmas names for dogs, Christmas girl names for dogs, and Christmas boy names for dogs.
Dec 6, 2023
What is the next wave of old lady names coming into style? We take a look at the coolest choices right now and see what's coming up next for the future.
Dec 5, 2023
A flurry of ice-cool names evocative of Arctic nature, weather and places.