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African boy names represent the many languages and cultures from around the continent. Americans may be familiar with African names such as Chidi, Kamau, Neo, Kehinde, and Nnamdi through pop …

Names meaning little or tiny probably first came into being as a way to describe someone small or short in stature. Today, that original meaning is all but, well, meaningless …

… imagined Lettice, Beatrice, and Agatha gathered around the cradle of baby brother Atticus, I nearly abandoned this blog to rush off and write a series of adventure tales starring these …

Boy names ending in O offer many intriguing options, from such top names as Theo to unique O-ending names from Kylo to Zino. Mateo is the most popular boy …

… they’re untroubled by the possibility.  Because we’ve been borrowing from the dictionary with abandon as 2013 slipped into 2014. Crimson – If Scarlett and Ruby are mainstream, why not …

Muslim boy names not only have beautiful sounds, but beautiful meanings and significance to match. In Islam, names are considered to be a blessing upon the child and convey noble …

… the rising number of baby girls being named Charlie. Millennial parents are less likely to abandon boy-turned-unisex names for their sons—in fact, Charlie has continued to rise …

Seven letter boy names are led by one of the all-time most popular names for boys, William. Along with William, classic boys' names with seven letters in the US …

… Dee, Farmer, and Fisher; journalist Fitzgerald; and writers Burney and Hodgson Burnett. Frances was the abandoned first name of Judy Garland, Dinah Shore, and Dale Evans. Some attractive foreign versions …

… means, as you can easily guess, “victory.” Having been neglected for a while but never abandoned, Victoire was revived in the 1980s and is now a huge favorite in France …

Four letter boy names have topped the popularity list for several years now, with Liam taking over for longtime favorite Noah. Along with Liam and Noah, other boys' names with …

African American naming traditions were dramatically influenced by slavery. From the sixteenth to the nineteenth centuries between nine and twelve million Africans were shipped to the New World and enslaved …

*(Before we get started with this week’s question, a request. Has your question been featured at the Name Sage? We are dying to know what you chose! Please …

If you want to give your baby a name that transcends this decade, make sure it doesn’t start with Ad-, end with –ley, contain the letter x, or honor …

Muslim names carry significance and power, as they are chosen not only for their sounds, but for their meanings. In Islam, names are considered to be a blessing upon the …

Boy names with 5 letters are a populous group, containing some of the top names for boys throughout the Western World, from James to Jakob to Jules. The classic James …

Rover has reported, and Bella and Max lead the pack once again! All of the top names for dogs of both genders are human names this year. Such popular baby …

Two Syllable Boy Names are very popular, with the top two boy names Liam and Noah having two syllables each. Other common choices include Henry, Mason, and Ethan. Unique boy …

Baby boy names that end in N are the most populous group by last letter, with over a third of all names for boys ending with the letter N. The …

By Melissa Willets There’s nothing like your first love. It’s uncomplicated, pure. It’s an easy love you don’t question or overthink. You simply enjoy the ride …

By Simon Davis What is the trendiest baby name in American history? Jayden? Madison? Khaleesi? The answer might not sound so trendy to you: it’s Linda. Quantifying trendiness is …

By Christopher Robin Finch Since shortly after Nameberry hit the internet six years ago, my wife—who happens to be Linda Rosenkrantz—has been begging me to write a blog …

By Alzora When I was a child, I had seven children…or so I believed. They may not have actually walked or talked,  but I loved them unconditionally in spite …

Names that sound like they could belong to a king or a prince. Honestly, like they could belong to any male noble. This is the first installment of a series.

How would you like a little extra special protection added to the other assets of your baby’s name?  Patron saints are guardians over particular aspects of life—they can …

They’ve long loved Lyla for a daughter. But is Lyla too close to all those other lovely, La-la names? Emily writes: We are struggling with choosing a name …

by Abby Sandel of appellationmountain.net I love a family name. It doesn’t matter if the family is the ruling house of a sovereign nation or the neighbors down …

Sure, Thanksgiving is about sweet potatoes with little marshmallows on top, but it’s also about family. That’s why, as we approach the holiday, our coverage of Thanksgiving baby …

The following essay is re-published with the permission of its original author Robbie Blair. You can view the full essay here. A name is not a small thing. I …

Their favorite girl names have raced up the charts of popular baby names, sending this couple back to the drawing board for their December daughter. Let’s help them find …

African baby names derive from a wide range of languages and cultures, from Ethiopian to Nigerian, Yoruba to Xhosa. African names often originate with days of the week or times …

By Abby Sandel, Appellation Mountain How far would you go to find a truly stand-out name for your child? Self-described geek dad Stephen McLaughlin has decided to let …

By Tara Wood Although I’ve done it seven times, I still find baby naming weird and challenging. I don’t know about you, but my mood, thoughts, likes, and …

Saundra Wright didn’t know if she’d ever get to choose one baby name, never mind twin baby names. It was early April in 2014 when my husband, Rick …

All the names mentioned from the "Down the Rabbit Hole" thread of bad baby names (in the Baby Name Games section of the forum). Some of these names aren't …

Male names for characters in fantasy settings, some are from mythology or fantasy fiction, great for OCs(original characters) or PCs(player characters).

Astrology names are inspired by the stars and planets, the four elements, and the symbols and characteristics connected to the zodiac signs. Coinciding with the recent cultural obsession with astrology …

Nick Cannon’s baby names are known for being innovative. In 2011, he and Mariah Carey named their twins Moroccan and Monroe. They significantly influenced the rise of their daughter …

Associated with the Philadelphia Eagles footballer Asante Samuel, the Asante (or Ashanti) are a people living in Ghana. Asante is also the name of the language they speak, a close …

Avanna is a contemporary feminine name with multiple possible origins. It may be a variant of Ava (meaning 'like a bird' in Latin or 'life' in Hebrew) with a decorative …

Alanys is a feminine name that appears to be a modern variant of Alanis or Alana. It likely shares roots with the masculine name Alan, which has Celtic and Germanic …

Abran is a masculine name with Spanish origins, serving as a Hispanic variation of Abraham. The biblical Abraham was a patriarch whose name derives from Hebrew elements meaning 'father of …

Avangeline is a unique feminine name that appears to be a variant of Evangeline, combining elements of 'Eva' or 'Ava' with 'Evangeline.' The traditional Evangeline derives from Greek meaning 'bearer …

Avanni is a modern feminine name with a melodic quality that appeals to parents seeking something distinctive yet approachable. While its exact origins are not firmly established, it may be …

Alanii is a feminine name that offers an exotic, melodic quality with its flowing vowels and soft ending. This name appears to be a creative variation of 'Alana' or 'Alani …

Aanvi is a beautiful feminine name of Indian origin, particularly popular in Hindu families. The name carries the meaningful definition of 'earth' or 'the first ray of sunlight' in Sanskrit …