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Jan 11, 2023

Pregnancy Guide: Weeks 37 to 42

In weeks 37 to 42, your pregnancy is officially considered full term. Your baby could arrive any day now! Here's what you need to know.

Dec 28, 2022

How I Named My Baby: Willamina Joy

After the death of their beloved cat Waffles, Jeanette and Jimmy knew they wanted to use a W name for their baby girl. They found Willamina — a modern rendition of a vintage name with the adorable nickname Billie.

Dec 27, 2022

Babyberry Names: Class of 2022

2022 has brought us another fantastic bunch of beautifully-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 — the last of the year — born this past month!

Dec 17, 2022

Introducing the Newest Names on Nameberry!

Nameberry’s name bank is always expanding! Our latest batch of additions includes plenty of international treasures, from Spanish Almudena to Irish Finegas to Yiddish Zissy, and many more besides.

Dec 14, 2022

How I Named My Baby: Adira Jane

Melia may be the namenerd in the family, but her wife Caroline was the one who found their daughter's name, Adira. The simple and strong name is a perfect fit for their family identity and little girl.

Dec 12, 2022

Baby Name Trends: The Top Baby Names of 2023

Baby name trends for 2023 reflect a palpable shift in mood, style and identity born of the seismic events of the past few years. Discover 10 of our top trend forecasts for the year ahead.

Dec 7, 2022

The Nameberry Gift Guide

The Nameberry gift guide for the best gifts for new and expectant parents. All items have been recommended by real parents in our blog series How I Named My Baby.

Dec 6, 2022

Talking Names With the Ephrons: The Amazing Baby Name Book

The Amazing Baby Name Book is the latest project to come from the Ephron family — yes, the Ephron family — Amy Ephron and her daughters Maia and Anna. We interview Amy, Maia, and Anna about their witty and curated guide to baby names, a must-have for any expectant parent.

Dec 5, 2022

Our Newest Arrivals Ooze Old-School Cool

Nameberry’s member birth announcements for October and November are in! Our latest bunch of new arrivals have a distinctive warm, retro charm perfect for the cozy season.

Nov 30, 2022

How I Named My Baby: Lucinda Maud

Rachel and Alex were down to a couple of names and looking for a sign to tell them which one would fit their daughter. When messages about Don Quixote appeared, they knew it was the sign to call their daughter Lucinda Maud.

Nov 16, 2022

How I Named My Baby: Spencer James

Clara and Alessandro faced a name dilemma — do they choose a Latinate name for their son to match his Brazilian and Italian heritage or a more American name that can be pronounced in all languages? They ultimately landed on Spencer James, which carries a fun connection to Clara's favorite TV show.

Nov 2, 2022

How I Named My Baby: Sparrow Elizabeth

New Jersey couple Shannon and Tyler wanted their daughter to have a unique and aesthetically-pleasing name that matched their strong sense of style. Shannon's long-time favorite Sparrow rose to the top after signs that it was meant to be.

Oct 29, 2022

Best J Names for Girls

Girl names that start with J are less common than you might expect: there are only two in the Top 100 baby names. Read our recommendations for the best J names, from classics like Josephine and Joy, to modern favorites like Journey.

Oct 19, 2022

How I Named My Baby: Clover June Isobel

Brooke and Jeshua — New Zealand natives, now New Yorkers — initially thought they wanted an S name for their baby girl, but fell in love with the name Clover for its lucky, lovely associations. We talk to Brooke about Kiwi naming style.

Oct 5, 2022

How I Named My Babies: Rhodes Upton, Banks Hazard & Ziggy Lake

When Allo and Drew found out they were expecting two sets of twins — due one week apart — they needed to come up with combos quickly. Their "triplets" ended up as Rhodes Upton, Banks Hazard, and Ziggy Lake — distinctive and modern names that fit Allo and Drew's values.

Oct 1, 2022

Latest Babyberry Names Radiate Cozy Charm

Twelve baby girls and twelve bouncing boys joined the Nameberry family in August and September, and their gorgeous names conjure up the perfect warm and fuzzy feeling for this time of year.

Sep 29, 2022

Unraveling the Origins of Evelyn

What is the meaning of Evelyn? Where does it come from? We take a deep dive into the fascinating history of the name Evelyn in search of the answers.

Sep 21, 2022

How I Named My Baby: Larsen Jean

Justin and Mark knew their daughter's name would be Larsen Jean even before she was a possibility. Larsen was inspired by a family story of friendship during WWII, and Jean a postwar love story. We speak with Justin about naming his daughter, as well as the characters in his new musical The Ladies Man.