Mar 28, 2016
In the Nick(names) of Time: The oldies are back!
Everything old is new again, especially when it comes to nicknames: here’s what we mean, from Alfie to Zuzu.
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Mar 27, 2016
Slightly Different Baby Names: Silas & Sylvie
Is there a formula for finding a name that stands out just a bit?
Mar 27, 2016
Naming a Baby (or 2) When You’re Over 40
There are some different name factors to consider when you’re an older mom–guest blogger Joslyn McIntyre points out five of them.
Mar 23, 2016
21 Great Greek Baby Names for Girls
Greek baby names are the perfect focus on March 25th, which is Greek Independence Day, a major Hellenic holiday. Today we commemorate it with some wonderful but neglected Greek names for girls drawn from both the rich treasure trove of ancient mythological appellations and names found in modern Greece.
Mar 22, 2016
How Star Athletes Influence Baby Names
How the reputations of star athletes can have an influence on names–both pro and con.
Mar 22, 2016
Name Sage: English-Spanish Baby Names for a Daughter
Finding a girls’ name that works well in Spanish and English
Mar 21, 2016
Smart Boys’ Baby Names
If you’re interested in a name that means or conveys intelligence and wisdom, here are a range of choices for boys.
Mar 20, 2016
British Celebrity Baby Names
What quirky name will chef Jamie Oliver and family serve up for their fifth child?
Mar 15, 2016
Name Sage: Choosing a Family Name for Baby #3
The Name Sage helps find the perfect name for a third baby.
Mar 14, 2016
Most Popular Vowel Names for Girls
Vowel names take the lead on the new most popular list on Nameberry–with Olivia at the top.
Mar 13, 2016
The Upside of Having an Unusual Name
Guest blogger Addie Kugler-Lunt’s name story attests to the pleasures and endless potential of having an unusual name.
Mar 13, 2016
Fresh Vintage Baby Names for Girls
There seems to be a never-ending supply of vintage name for girls to rediscover; this week’s choices include Calla, Lillie and Louise.
Mar 9, 2016
Baby Names Compromise: Finding A Name You Both Love
Many couples are shocked to find themselves locked in an enormous struggle over baby names. How to solve the Baby Name Battles?
Mar 8, 2016
Name Sage: Can Laura Name Her Daughter Cora?
Laura writes: My husband loves the name Cora for the baby girl (our first) that we are expecting. I initially was opposed, but it really has grown on me. I like its simplicity and sort of vintage feel. The only problem? My name is Laura! The rhyming factor seems very weird to me. Our last […]
Mar 7, 2016
Celebrity Baby Names: Starbabies born in February
A wide variety of February starbaby names–Rocco Robin, AIrlie, Atlas, Magdalena, Malo and Milo.
Mar 6, 2016
Undiscovered Baby Names for Boys
So many great names for boys not yet in the official Top 1000 list.
Mar 6, 2016
International Women’s Day Baby Names: Malala and Mirabai
Great names to inspire your daughter on International Women’s Day: Cicely, Flossie, Malala and Mirabai
Mar 3, 2016
Why I Picked a Traditional Baby Name
Guest blogger Antonia Malchik makes the case for choosing a traditional name with real meaning for your family.
Mar 2, 2016
February Baby Names Announcements: 4 pairs of twins!
The E’s have it in this month’s parade of Nameberry baby announcements!
Mar 1, 2016
Daredevil Baby Names: Extreme athletes Laird and Wyn
Some extreme athletes turn out to have some extremely interesting names.
Mar 1, 2016
Name Sage: Baby Names for Another Boy
The Name Sage helps find a brother name for Jackson Owen and Scarlett Olivia. Vote for your choice!
Feb 28, 2016
Devilish Baby Names: Lilith and Loki
Which of these names with devilish connections are usable today?
Feb 25, 2016
Celebrity Baby Names Predictions: For starbabies on the way
Our resident prognosticator, Sophie Khim, looks into her crystal ball to predict the likeliest name choices for the next batch of starbabies.
Feb 24, 2016
Boys’ Baby Names: Popular but still cool
Even though these boys’ names are widely used, they manage to hold onto their air of edgy cool.