Dec 4, 2023
These Were the Top Baby Names of 2023
You read them, we rank them. Take a peek at the hottest names with parents-to-be right now, led by Luxury (really?) and Royal.
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Dec 3, 2023
Unique Nature Names for Christmas Babies
Wonderful rare nature names for a Christmas baby, from trees like Cedar and Cypress to the fragrant Lavender and Sage.
Dec 2, 2023
Best Personalized Products for Children
It's the golden age of personalized products — a custom blanket, book, or bath towel is just a click away. We've rounded up some of the best children's items that can be customized with their name — whether it's in the Top 10 or totally one-of-a-kind.
Nov 29, 2023
The Top Names We're Watching for 2024
The Nameberry editorial team shares their predictions for fast-rising baby names of 2024 — including nature names, pop-culture-inspired choices, gender-neutral names, and some truly surprising picks.
Nov 28, 2023
Why Sagittariuses Are Fearless Namers
Sagittarius namers are curious, brave, and nonconformist. They push the limits of baby naming with bold, unconventional choices. Read all about Sagittarius namers here.
Nov 27, 2023
Goddess Names: The Ultimate Guide
Goddess names balance power and feminity — with a splash of whimsy and spirituality.
Nov 26, 2023
How to Have More Fun Naming Your Baby
Sure, baby naming is fun in the abstract, but when it becomes real, some parents-to-be are left stressed and overwhelmed. How can you make the process enjoyable again? We have seven tips for how to have more fun naming your baby.
Nov 25, 2023
Aiden Names: the Rise And Fall of a Mega-Trend
A deep dive into the explosion of names rhyming with Aidan in the 21st century.
Nov 24, 2023
Children's Books With Names in the Title
It used to be pure luck to find your child's name featured in a storybook, but today there's greater representation — Carmela, Jabari, and Oona have their own book (or two)! See our favorite children's books with names in the title and shop our full collection of over 200 choices.
Nov 20, 2023
It’s Okay to Change Your Baby’s Name
Considering changing your baby's name? Baby name regret is not as uncommon as you think. We talk to parents who made a change — and some who ultimately chose not to — about their experiences.
Nov 19, 2023
Scandinavian Names That Are Ready to Travel the World
Love Nordic culture, and names like Astrid and Soren? Here are more that should be on your list — plus the most popular baby names in Sweden, Norway and Denmark right now.
Nov 17, 2023
Boy Names: Some Popular Name Cliques
Trendy boy names come in clusters, so if you want to avoid a name that *feels* popular, here are some key groups to watch out for!
Nov 16, 2023
Family Names Are Getting More Adventurous
Thanksgiving means family and family names. Here's our ultimate guide to choosing the newest, most creative names with family meaning.
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.
Nov 14, 2023
Quiz: What's Your Medieval Name?
Have you ever wondered what your life would be if you were born in the middle ages? Whether you would be a peasant, noble, or knight, take this quiz to get your own medieval name.
Nov 13, 2023
These Are the Top Names of the 2020s So Far
We're only four years into the decade, but what are the top names of the 2020s so far? We crunched the numbers to find out.
Nov 12, 2023
Unisex Names That Switched From Boy to Girl
Think Harper, Lauren, and Madison are girl names? 100 years ago they were given only to boys. Discover 50+ more names that swapped from male to female.
Nov 11, 2023
Choctaw Names Tell Stories
Guest blogger Angel Thomas, aka Dantea, shares names from the Choctaw side of her heritage.
Nov 10, 2023
Popular Names Your Mom Never Heard Of
We crunched the numbers to reveal the modern baby names most likely to get that “His name’s what?!” reaction from Grandma. These names were all given to over 1000 babies last year, but were entirely absent from the charts three decades ago.
Nov 9, 2023
Names Meaning Fire For Your Little Spark
Hot names with fiery meanings, from Apollo to Seraphina, that might be perfect for babies born in fall and winter.
Nov 8, 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.
Nov 7, 2023
Food Names for Cats
Food names for cats, including fruit and vegetable names for cats, drink names for cats, and unique food names for cats.
Nov 6, 2023
Traditional Girl Names: The Ultimate Guide
Traditional girl names range from the timeless classics to the unique vintage gems that feel ripe for revival today. We round up 100+ of the best.
Nov 5, 2023
How to Pick the Perfect Multilingual Name
Finding a name that works across languages AND which you love can be a challenge — and an opportunity to tie cultures together. Read our top tips for getting the balance right.
Nov 4, 2023
Can a Name Be Plain and Fancy?
Conventional baby name wisdom says that you have to choose a name that's either plain or fancy. But what if you want a name that's both? We explore the four types of Plain and Fancy names.