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Feb 12, 2022
These names were only given to five children at the latest count, but they really deserve more love before they disappear. Find an unusual name in your style, whether it's a cute nickname, an elaborate name, or a top trend.
Feb 10, 2022
The ten best books for your baby's first year, including long-standing classics and the latest and greatest books that belong on your baby's bookshelf.
Feb 9, 2022
After three girls, Anna and Ian knew their first — and only — son's name had to be special. They named him Osric Theo Peregrine, a name with ties to history, heritage, and hobbies. Anna gave us all the details when we spoke about Osric's name story.
Feb 3, 2022
If you want your baby to grow up to be an attorney, give him one of these names, says a new study.
Feb 3, 2022
The top nature names for babies include names drawn from plants and trees as well as from animals, from water as well as the sky, names with an obvious connection to nature along with those with a secret nature meaning.
Feb 2, 2022
The top baby names 2022 UK have landed (finally)! Discover the latest data on popular baby names in England and Wales, including the new Top 100 boy and girl names UK and the biggest risers and fallers of the past year.
Jan 31, 2022
Nameberry parents kicked off the new year in style with the bright, fresh, natural baby names chosen by our members in January.
Jan 26, 2022
What are the best baby names for 2022? The top choices we’re watching for the year ahead? We’ve rounded up 50 baby names that hit all the hottest trend notes for 2022.
Jan 26, 2022
For North Dakota couple Anna and Mitchell, naming their second daughter was a breeze. They decided on Olive Rebecca — two family names — before they were even pregnant, and kept it secret from the honorees. But what happened when their older daughter, Mara spilled the beans? We talk to Anna about Olive's name story.
Jan 24, 2022
As I start sending out my novel to literary agents, I’m frustrated by having to submit an author name. I have been through so many iterations of my name that I hardly know who I am anymore.
Jan 19, 2022
Kelsey's daughter Rylee coincidentally shares a first and last name with a distant cousin, one year older, who happens to live in the same small town. Should she change Rylee's name to Remi, the runner-up? She might prefer Remi anyway... The Name Guru weighs in.
Jan 13, 2022
Baby name inspiration can come from anywhere. Our editor reveals her favorite unique names she's come across lately that could be your next obsession.
Jan 12, 2022
Chelle and Chris knew they wanted a word name for their third son, but went into his birth with 1000 names they didn't like very much — hardly a shortlist! After a lucky birth en caul, his name soon became clear — True Luck. Chelle tells us more about True's name story.
Jan 4, 2022
These extinct names from 1920 made us cringe and laugh (and cringe again). We are glad to say that these names are long gone — and never coming back!
Dec 29, 2021
What's your 2021 name? Take our quiz to find out, and read about the names that defined 2021.
Dec 28, 2021
2021 may have been the second worst year in recent memory, but its baby names herald a brighter future.
Dec 22, 2021
Young man with a common name (John) marries young woman with an uncommon name (Beau). She wants to give the children original, uncommon names. He wants conventional names that will fit in on the playground. She thinks that's boring. He won't budge. After 21 years of marriage and name compromises, she names the baby John, in honor of the love of her life, but doesn't know what she is actually going to call him.
Dec 20, 2021
As 2021 draws to a close, we celebrate the precious moments of love, joy and hope – and great names! – that Nameberry’s newest arrivals brought this year.
Dec 14, 2021
The most popular baby names of 2021 feature two new names at Number 1, Eloise for girls and Arlo for boys.
Dec 13, 2021
The best baby name advice from our readers, including how to choose a name with your partner, looking for a name with meaning, and following your heart.
Dec 11, 2021
Earthy boy names encompass many styles: old-school "salt of the earth" names, friendly "down-to-earth" names, and ones inspired by nature and the planet we live on. Guest author Brooke Cussans digs up 100+ ideas for your little earthling.
Dec 9, 2021
Need a shot of inspiration? Read our editor's pick of rare and unique names that deserve more love (and aren't weird).
Dec 8, 2021
Mandy and Courtney have a special formula for naming their sons. A masculine name with a girly nickname + a classic name + a tree name = the perfect choice! For their third son, the formula gave them Hollis Benjamin Ash. We speak with Mandy about the process of finding his name.
Dec 6, 2021
Mom's name is Rebecca — can she have a son named Beckett? Or is it arrogant to name a child after herself? The Name Guru weighs in on the situation.
Dec 1, 2021
There's no question that this baby's name should honor grandma Elaine. But what's the best way to transform this elegant, feminine favorite into a choice for a grandson? The Name Sage has the answers.