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Jul 26, 2018
Names Hot in England, Still Outliers Here
The Brits are often in the vanguard of baby names–here’s a chance to get ahead of the curve!
Jul 25, 2018
Baby Name News from Around the Globe
Baby name news of the week from Denmark, France, the UK and the USA.
Jul 24, 2018
The Hottest Baby Names in Poland Right Now
These baby names are fashionable in Poland right now.
Jul 23, 2018
What’s in a nym? The various names for names!
A fascinating look at all the words there are for different types of names–more than you ever imagined–plus a few new possibilities.
Jul 22, 2018
The Best Popular Names–and why to pick one!
10 popular names that still make great choices.
Jul 19, 2018
Emmy-Worthy Baby names: Aidy to Zazie
Ten Emmy nominees with intriguing name backstories.
Jul 18, 2018
Unusual Baby Names in the News: Kulture and Canon
Some unusual specimens are found in this week’s round-up of baby name news.
Jul 17, 2018
Bold Boy Names: What Goes with Riggins?
The Name Sage returns to help find a name for the brother of Riggins.
Jul 16, 2018
Baby Name Predictions for Future Starbabies
Check out Sophie’s picks for the next batch of starbabies, including the cousins of the Cambridge clan.
Jul 15, 2018
What are your favorite gender-neutral names?
What names do you like equally for boys and girls?
Jul 12, 2018
Untouristy Place Names You Should Visit
Esita continues her deep dive into the rarer names given to babies in 2017–this time focusing on place names.
Jul 11, 2018
Baby name news: Soccer Stars and Great Danes
By Clare Green This week’s news includes a girl junior, a boy named after a comic-book villain, and international names from France, Denmark and beyond. Nefarious Negan Lots of parents use baby names from TV shows (oh hi, Khaleesi), but this dad from Michigan may be the first to name his son Negan – as […]
Jul 10, 2018
Classic Girl Names with Neat Nicknames
The Name Sage faces the challenge of finding a name for a fourth sister.
Jul 10, 2018
Kulture Kiari
By Owen Satran Rappers have typically chosen names for their children that emphasize their power and individuality in direct, ostentatious ways. Many rap baby names suggest a new generation of deities and royalty: Beyonce and Jay-Z chose Sir, Kanye and Kim Kardashian chose Saint, Lil’ Kim chose Royal Reign, T.I. chose King and Messiah, Nas […]
Jul 9, 2018
X, Y, Z Take Middle Place
Have you noticed how many trendy names have x, y or Z in the middle?
Jul 4, 2018
The Birds and the B’s: Birdie and Bodhi
This week’s name news covers starbabies, special Scandinavian choices and bird-inspired names.
Jul 3, 2018
Born on the Fourth of July Names: Emerson & Edmonia
In honor of Independence Day, we salute some notables who were born on the Fourth of July. Happy holiday!
Jul 2, 2018
June Berrybabies: Acacia, Amelie and 2 Augusts!
Some amazing A names in the Nameberry birth announcements this month, from Acacia to Ada to Amelie and two June boys named August.
Jul 1, 2018
Most Popular Names of 2018….so far
These are the top 100 names for girls and boys for the first half of 2018.
Jun 28, 2018
What are your guiltiest guilty pleasures?
What name are you most embarrassed to admit is a guilty pleasure of yours?
Jun 27, 2018
Celeb Surprises and Other Baby Name News of the Week
This week’s baby name news features international celebrity choices–and more!
Jun 26, 2018
The Most Outrageously Outrageous Names of the Year
Some of the most outrageous names given to several babies last year, from Candelabra to Moo
Jun 25, 2018
Baby Name Challenge: Naming a 7th boy!
Can you imagine the challenge of naming a seventh son?
Jun 24, 2018
Pride Hero Names: Baldwin, Essex and Cleve
Celebrating Pride Month with a salute to some prominent activists.