Aug 31, 2021
U Names for Babies Are the Most Unique
U-names for babies are an exclusive group, but look carefully and you'll find some undiscovered treasures.
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Aug 28, 2021
Real Romani Baby Names Make History
Unearthing a fascinating collection of old Romani names that were used in England around the turn of the last century.
Aug 27, 2021
The Baby Names We're Totally Over
Looking for a cool, fresh baby name that’s ahead of the curve? You’d better avoid these ones. Here are names and trends that, however great they may be, are past their peak popularity.
Aug 25, 2021
How I Named My Baby: Griffin Leo
South Bend, Indiana couple Lainie and Jack welcomed their first child, a son named Griffin Leo, in May 2021. We spoke with Lainie about family names, traditions, and how she and Jack chose Griffin's powerful name.
Aug 21, 2021
The Most Nonbinary Names in Every State
Are Angel and Amani gender-neutral? It depends where you live. We found the names in every state that were given to exactly the same number of girls and boys. Prepare for some surprises, and maybe some new names for your list.
Aug 19, 2021
The REAL Top Baby Names of All Time!
We crunch the numbers to reveal the *real* top baby names of all time, once all variant spellings are combined. Does your name make the list?
Aug 18, 2021
Name Sage: Choosing Classic Names for Boy-Girl Twins
Their family is growing, but their list of favorites is dwindling with each new arrival. Now they’re naming boy-girl twins and their list is pretty much blank! Time to ask the Name Sage for fresh ideas.
Aug 14, 2021
Top Dog Names 2020 Announced!
The Top Dog names of 2020 have been revealed! Bella and Max take the lead once again — we dive into the statistics, trends, and more.
Aug 11, 2021
How I Named My Baby: Gwen Catherine
After a long fertility journey, Southern California couple Jessica and Kyle Lopez welcomed a daughter named Gwen Catherine in September of 2020. We spoke with Jessica about spiritual signs, celebrity associations, and the process of naming Gwen.
Aug 10, 2021
Scarlett Johansson's Baby Names: The Name Guru to the Stars Guesses
Rumor has it that Scarlett Johansson is pregnant — what will she name a sister or brother to Rose Dorothy? The Name Guru to the Stars predicts Freida Pinto, Gael García Bernal, Scarlett Johansson's baby names, and more.
Aug 4, 2021
Name Sage: Strong Girl Names Like Margot
Imagine you had the perfect name picked out ... until your boss gave it to her daughter weeks before your due date! Holly and her husband are scrambling to find a strong girl's name they love every bit as much for their firstborn, and need our help.
Aug 2, 2021
Summer Babyberries Born from Nature
Nameberry’s July birth announcements are in, and our members’ beautiful picks over the past month are brimming with natural connections to the earth and sky.
Aug 1, 2021
Old Man Names Get a New Lease of Life
Old man names for babies are finally following their female counterparts into the spotlight. Find out where your name style falls on the cool-clunky scale!
Jul 31, 2021
Scandinavian Boy Names Hit the Sweet Spot
What's your Scandi style? Whether you want to celebrate Nordic heritage or just love Scandinavian culture, we've got boy name ideas to inspire you, from classics like Eric and Carl to hot favorites like Axel and Soren.
Jul 28, 2021
How I Named My Baby: Cora Birch
Sarah and Adam welcomed their second daughter, Cora Birch, in September 2020. We talked to Sarah about family names, popularity, and strategies for winnowing down the shortlist.
Jul 21, 2021
Name Sage: Girl Names Tied to Symbols
Their daughters' names have built-in symbols: a moon for Luna James and a flower or bird for Lilia Wren. Now they're expecting a third girl, and need a great name with an equally appealing sign.
Jul 14, 2021
How I Named My Baby: Casper Jerome
Andrea and Dylan named their son Casper Jerome — a name full of religious and familial significance. We spoke to Andrea about their choice and what they're thinking for baby number two — coming soon!
Jul 7, 2021
Name Sage: Vintage Boy Names to Match Esme
They were thinking of naming Esme’s sister Arden, Imogen, or Sabine. Except it’s a boy! Now they’re back to square one, and asking the Name Sage for some different-but-not-crazy options for their son.
Jul 5, 2021
June Babyberry Names Shine Bright
Nameberry’s June birth announcements are in, and they’re a dazzling bunch! Deliverance and Rosamund, Sylvanus and Maccabee… Read the stories behind this month's stunning choices here.
Jun 29, 2021
Cardi B's Baby Names: The Name Guru to the Star's Predictions
What do you name siblings to Sovereign, Baby, and Kulture? Our Name Guru to the Stars has her predictions for Usher, Jessica Hart, and Cardi B's baby names.
Jun 26, 2021
Top Baby Names 2021...So Far
Halfway through the year, it's time to check in on the most popular names according to Nameberry. Stylish favorites like Arlo and Maeve are popular, but we have Meghan and Harry to thank for the biggest trend in girl names.
Jun 23, 2021
How I Named My Baby: Morris Oliver
Taylor and Ben Olsen welcomed a son named Morris Oliver in April 2021. We spoke to Taylor about his name story, family names, and those MOO initials.
Jun 19, 2021
Dad Names Get a Reboot
Happy Fathers' Day! If you're a new parent you might not know how much boy names have moved on since you were at school. To inspire you, we've updated favorites of the 1980s and 90s (in other words, Dad Names) for a new generation.
Jun 16, 2021
Name Sage: Defining Classic Girl Names
They know they love classics with cute nicknames. But naming a sister for Benji and Will has proved more challenging than expected. Let’s help them find the perfect name – bonus points if the nickname is Elle/Nell.