Baby Name News

Find out how the Romans really named their children — and which names from ancient Rome are making a comeback today.

Stevi and Matt Savage, ex-pats living in Mexico, needed a rare and round name to fit with their older children's: Rhodes and Paloma. By chance, they stumbled upon Townes — a perfect match in more ways than one!

Aries baby names are hot hot hot! Much like the people born with an Aries sun sign, names for Aries babies possess moxie, courage, and whole lot of fire.

Boy names have undergone a real style revolution in recent decades, with parents of boys more willing than ever to branch out from the timeless traditional names that dominated the American cultural landscape for generations. Explore the coolest choices A-Z right now.

Wondering where to start naming a baby girl? Check out our top picks for each letter of the alphabet. From evergreen classics to modern trendsetters, we've got all the inspiration you need.

Nicknames are one of the most fun parts of naming, as they often take on a life of their own. Whether you are planning your child's nickname carefully or leaving it to chance, you'll find inspiration here to suit all styles.

The latest popular Irish names data has just been released, and it’s a treasure trove of intriguing options from the Emerald Isle! Explore the biggest risers and fallers of the year, as well as some of the hottest name trends in Ireland right now.

Looking for a baby name with an extra bit of enchantment? Consider one of these unique baby names from fairy tales.

Each generation has its own favorite surname baby names. Meet the next wave of up-and-coming last names, and discover cool, fresh alternatives to the popular choices.

Boho baby names are free-spirited, creative and down-to-earth – qualities that many modern parents aspire to for their children. Explore 100+ beautiful bohemian names for your little wandering spirit.

100 cooler substitutes for the most popular male dog names. Kenji for Benji!

If you won't use a Top 100 name for your baby, you shouldn't use a Top 100 name for your dog. We offer cool replacements for the most popular female dog names.

What did parents name their children before official records began? Records from a hundred years ago show that the choices go far beyond John and Mary — and some of them could inspire you today.

Fanciful girl names are long, feminine, and on the rise. We look at the top elaborate names for girls, as well as over-the-top choices that nobody is using.

Celebrities who have paid tribute to their children with baby name tattoos — from conventional to crazy.

After naming their first daughter Lariah Braé, Dr. Laria and Bradford Herod were looking for a B name for their second girl. But when they told Lariah about her almost-name, Laíla Brooke, she convinced them to go with their former favorite instead.

Discover 20 of the most intriguing obscure names belonging to some incredible forgotten feminists from around the world.

Unisex baby names trending male don't get a lot of press, but they should! We've crunched the numbers to uncover 100+ cool unisex names heading further toward the boys' side.

With ever-increasing baby name options, you need a way to narrow the search — fast. Answer these 20 questions every baby namer should ask to find a description of your perfect name in five minutes or less.

What names are in line to be the next to be revived? Following the 100 Year Rule, we look at the names that peaked in the 1930s to find the best candidates for resurrection.

Māori names range from cool international favorites like Ari and Maia to rare gems like Aroha and Matiu. We round up some of the best Māori baby names and their meanings.

In like a lion, out like a lamb. March baby names usher in the spring, so fresh nature names abound in our round-up of the best names for March babies.

In honor of Wales's national festival, enjoy our guide to the coolest, cutest and most romantic Welsh names.

Good names with bad meanings exist, and you might be surprised to discover some of the most popular names of all time among them. Here are 60+ of the best. Read them at your peril!

Good twin boy names have the right strength, style, and vibe for this year. We've gathered our top 100 sets of twin names for boys — 200 names total — that fit the bill. Styles such as Southern twin boy names and badass twin boy names are featured here, along with unique twin boy names, and even matching twin boy names!