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Cassius, a Shakespearean name rooted in antiquity, is trending in a major way. It's one of a raft of Cas-starting names for both boys and girls, including Caspian …

… meaning "alive" or "lively." Viv embodies this meaning perfectly with its short, vibrant sound. The name's brevity gives it a modern, punchy quality while maintaining connections to its more …

An alternative spelling to the cheerful Sunny, Sunnie may lend it a more 'name-y' feel as in the case of names like Scarlett, Daisie, Journee, and Saige. Country artist …

… distinct among them will be embraced by anime fans from a multitude of backgrounds. Anime Names 10. Brit Lit Names 2026 will see the TV and film adaptations of British …

Vashon is an uncommon name with several possible origins. It may derive from Vashon Island in Washington state, which was named after British naval officer James Vashon in the 1790s …

Lemar appears to have multiple possible origins. It could be a variant of Lamar, which itself may derive from French geographic place names (such as the French municipality La Mar …

Zuleika is a high-wire act of a name that might appeal to the intrepid baby namer, Like most 'Z'-starting girls' names, it projects a cool, strong aura, as …

Otis has real appeal for parents attracted to its catchy O initial and combination of strength and spunk. The appealing hero of the British TV show Sex Education has done …

… origins, likely derived as a diminutive form of Roland or Rowell. It carries a distinctly British feel with its playful ending, reminiscent of traditional English surnames turned first names. The …

Marquess is a masculine name derived from the aristocratic title of the same spelling, which ranks between an earl and a duke in British nobility. The title originates from the …

… a couple of decades earlier, peaking in the Roaring Twenties. With the renewed interest in names ending in 's' — and in bird names and vintage names — Mavis could make a …

One-of-a-kind yet part of the popular crowd, Leodis is a totally unique choice that fits in with the trending Leo- names of today. Keke Palmer chose it …

… first names are from Irish mythology (we’re Irish and live in Ireland). The second names are their great-grandmothers’ names, one from each side.” Evadne Lily, twin of Margot …

… success of the 21st century. This is the French spelling of the Breton name Mael, from a British Celtic word for a prince or chieftain also found in Welsh names.

Inigo, almost unknown in the U.S., is an intriguing choice, with its strong beat, creative and evocative sound, and associations with the great early British architect and stage designer …

Brittin is a modern feminine name with Anglo-Saxon influences, likely developed as a variant of Brittany or Britain. The name inherently connects to British heritage and cultural identity, with …

… more modern, stylized appearance while maintaining its historical connections. While not among the most common names, Britanya offers parents a way to connect to British heritage with a slightly more …

… name, so called because of its tubular flowers full of sweet nectar. Honeysuckle Weeks is a British actress whose siblings, also actors, have equally eye-catching names: Perdita and Rollo.

By Linda Rosenkrantz We’re now at Part 3 (Part 2 for girls) in our hunt for lost nickname names worth reappraising and this time it’s girls’ names that …

By Pamela Redmond Satran Kim and Kanye’s baby son was born this morning, and while lots of joke baby names have been thrown about, from Easton to South to …

… s first child is due Spring 2019. Here are my name predictions; most of these names are traditional, though not as strictly British as the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge …

By Clare Bristow Where do you get naming inspiration from? One of my favorite things in the world of names is learning the stories behind why parents choose the names …

By Clare Green This week’s news includes an Irish name you’ve probably never heard before, the most popular names in all four corners of the USA, and your …

Rawly is an uncommon feminine name that likely emerged as a modern invention or variant spelling of the masculine name Raleigh or Rawleigh. The name has British origins and was …

Long popular in Scotland, this attractive name is strictly-speaking the Gaelic version of Eleanor, but is also often considered part of the Helen family of names. After the Normans …

The Spanish Camila, pronounced ka-MEE-la, is the fastest rising version of this ancient Roman name, but recent royal Camilla may have helped promote the British brand. Camila is …

Zebedee is an adorable and unusual New Testament name--which may sound like but is not a contradiction in terms. Unlike some of the longer biblical Z-names, Zebedee has …

Louther is an uncommon masculine name with potential Anglo-Saxon or Scottish origins. It may be a variant of Luther or related to geographic surnames from the British Isles. The …

Caradog is a masculine name of Welsh origin with deep historical roots, derived from the ancient Celtic name 'Caratacus.' This name belonged to a famous 1st-century British chieftain who …

Ursela is a feminine name that serves as a variant spelling of Ursula, which derives from the Latin word 'ursa' meaning 'bear.' This alternative spelling maintains the name's original …

Muffin originated as an English word for a small, dome-shaped baked good before transitioning into use as a pet name or term of endearment, particularly in British and American …

This week, Appellation Mountain ‘s Abby Sandel travels around the country and across the pond to discover which  names ranked Number 1 where. Baby name news is fast and furious …

There are a handful of super-controversial topics in baby naming. Creative spellings.  Surnames-as-firsts.  And, of course, boys’ names on girls. The first two are easier, I think …

Audley is a masculine name of English origin, primarily derived from an Old English place name and surname meaning 'Ealdgyth's meadow' or 'old meadow.' With aristocratic connections in British …

Littleton is a masculine name of English origin that began as a geographical surname referring to someone from any of several places named Littleton in England. These place names typically …

Korky is a playful masculine name that likely originated as a nickname before occasionally being used as a given name. With possible roots as a diminutive form of names like …

Algy is a masculine name primarily known as a diminutive of Algernon, a name with Norman French origins meaning 'wearing a mustache' or 'bearded.' Popular in upper-class British society …

Ethelwyn is a form of Æðelwine, a masculine Anglo-Saxon saints' name that was revived in the 19th century, but for girls. An old example of gender-bending names, the …

This week, for The Nameberry 9, Abby Sandel of  Appellation Mountain looks at some of the tricky  generational issues surrounding baby names. Could it be true that Bob Geldof – father …

Remington Steele was the perfect name for an upper-crust action hero on 1980s television. Now, Remington is catching fire along with a new generation of predatory baby boy names …

Liam is the top boys' name in the US, holding the Number One spot for the past eight years and also ranking as one of the most popular boys' names …

Keighley is an uncommon masculine name derived from an English place name in West Yorkshire. As a given name, it follows the trend of using geographical surnames as first names …

Berwynn is a masculine name with Welsh and Old English origins. It combines elements that likely mean 'fair' or 'blessed' (ber-/bar-) and 'friend' or 'joy' (wyn). Similar to names …

Sáde is a feminine name with variations including Sade and Šádé. It has multicultural origins, possibly deriving from Nigerian Yoruba meaning "honor bestows crown" or as a variation of names …

Today’s guest blogger, Mike Campbell, creator of the popular, authoritative and highly respected site behindthename.com, explains what he continues to find intriguing about the subject of names. My …

In the Nameberry 9 this week, Appellation Mountain‘s  Abby Sandel discovers some forgotten classics and some interesting  new possibilities among the newsiest names. It’s been a quiet week …

By Linda Rosenkrantz These days, not many of us name our kids Junior—though British singer Peter Andre (whose other child is Princess Tiaamii Crystal Esther) did just that–or …

Quentin, an offbeat name with lots of character, relates to the Latin for the number five and is by far the subtlest and most usable of the Latin birth-order …

Gwin is a rare masculine name with Welsh origins, likely derived from the Welsh element "gwyn" meaning "white," "fair," or "blessed." It may have begun as a shortened form of …

Ebenezer is the name of a biblical place --the stone set up by Samuel to mark his victory over the Philistines--rather than a person. It was adopted by the …