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Classic names, of all kinds, to consider for a future child. Includes vintage and modern classics.

Names of characters from the tv-shows I love. This list includes names from: One Tree Hill, Gossip Girl, the O.C., Revenge, Grey’s Anatomy, Pretty Little Liars, the …

All the names of the Duggar family from TV's 19 Kids and Counting/Counting On -- now including in laws and grandchildren!

Lois McMaster Bujold's Sharing Knife books have a lot of interesting character names, including a lot of quirky, underused nature names. Enjoy!

… to blonde celebrities, including Monroe and Gigi. Along with Goldie, other female Golden Retriever names include Sandy, Penny, and Georgia. In addition to Boomer, other male Golden Retriever names include …

Name meanings related to royalty of any kind are in style right now. This includes names that mean prince as well as names that mean princess, king, queen, or anything …

On this momentous day in American history, with a new president exceptional in every way, including being the first to have a precedent-shaking multi-ethnic name, it’s interesting …

In late 1950s France there emerged a group of young intellectual, experimental filmmakers, including François Truffaut, Claude Chabrol and Jean–Luc Goddard, who became known collectively as La Nouvelle Vague …

Nature names can mean a lot of different things, as our all-inclusive nature baby names list demonstrates. There are flower names, long used for girls but newly in style …

By Denise K. Potter The sixth month of the year includes the summer solstice along with the birthdays of lots of fascinating people—big-screen stars, composers and artists, military …

By CaraMichelle 2014 ended with a bonanza of interesting celebrity birth announcements, including a near-record number of five new sets of twins.  Special attention was paid to the regal …

By Linda Rosenkrantz Some wonderful March baby names from the berries, including interesting first and middle combos, and some great sibsets (I think may favorite has to be Lilith, joining …

The very best baby names of 2017 are an eclectic bunch, incorporating classic names and modern names, unusual baby names along with the stylish and popular baby names 2017. If …

By Clare Bristow In this week’s news we have daring place names (including but not limited to Chicago), sporting heroes, acronyms and an Arabic name meaning beauty. Chicago and …

French baby names are just one feature of this week’s news. It also includes new popularity lists from several other countries, alternative ways to pick a baby name, and …

Ashvi is a feminine name primarily used in Indian culture, with Sanskrit origins. The name carries beautiful meanings including 'heavenly,' 'horse,' or 'star,' depending on the specific Sanskrit derivation. In …

Anvi is a feminine name of Indian origin, primarily used in Hindu communities. The name carries beautiful meanings including 'complete,' 'full of love,' or 'someone who is wanted.' In Sanskrit …

Kendarius is a masculine name that appears to be a modern creation combining popular name elements. It likely incorporates the prefix 'Ken-' (found in names like Kenneth, Kendrick, or Kendall …

A very small number of boys are given this intense and aggressive name each year, but that could increase given that Rowdy is now in the Top 1000.

This ancient Greek male name, well-used in Britain, also has an herbal quality that may explain its increasing use for girls. While as a name it rhymes with dazzle …

Connor is an ancient Irish mythological name in the US Top 100 for boys but also used in increasing numbers for baby girls.

An ancient name with a lovely meaning, still in wide use throughout the Slavic-speaking world. Short forms include Miro, Mirek, Mirko and Miško.

Baby name for those with the need for speed. Racer has received several celebrity endorsements in recent years, including Lara Bingle and Sam Worthington and Robert Rodriguez.

The Russian form of an ancient Slavic name, which belonged to several Grand Princes of Kyiv and Novgorod, including Yaroslav I "the Wise". A city and region called Yaroslavl in …

This sweet-sounding and sweet meaning name is popular across the Middle East and Central Asia. Notable bearers include actress Nazanin Boniadi and British-Iranian citizen Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe, whose …

Vanishingly rare in its home country nowadays, this French form of Evaristus belongs to several notable historical figures, including poet Évariste Désiré de Forges de Parny and mathematics prodigy Évariste …

Noor is the prevailing spelling of this beautiful Arabic name, while Nour is preferred in many European countries, including France and Spain.

Isa is an Arabic variation of Jesus found throughout the world and popular among Muslim parents. Alternative spellings include Issa, Esa, and Eissa. Popular in Azerbaijan where it ranks in …

Rosena is a feminine name with Latin roots, derived from 'rosa' meaning 'rose.' This elegant variation of Rose incorporates the popular feminine suffix '-ena' to create a more elaborate form …

Rhiley is a modern spelling variant of the more common Riley, used for boys though it has become increasingly unisex. The name has Irish origins, derived from the surname Ó …

Pruit originated as a habitational surname for someone living near a meadow (from the Old English 'prut'). Variants include Pruett, Pruitt, and Prewitt. As a first name, Pruit has a …

Prescott is one of several distinguished, upper-crusty surnames beginning with P. There are several historical surnamed Prescotts, including William, a Massachusetts Minuteman and commander at the battle of Bunker …

Ludovicus is the Latin form of the Germanic name Ludwig, which has given rise to various modern names including Louis, Luis, and Luigi. The name derives from the Germanic elements …

Kile is a masculine name that represents a variation of the more common Kyle. Derived from various sources including the Old Irish 'caol' meaning 'narrow, slender' or possibly from a …

Caen is a masculine name derived from the Norman city in northwestern France, known for its historical significance including its role in the Battle of Normandy during World War II …

Javaon is a masculine name that appears to be a modern creation combining popular naming elements. It likely incorporates the prefix 'Java-' (which could relate to the island of Java …

Javante appears to be a modern given name that combines elements found in other contemporary names. It may incorporate the popular prefix 'Ja-' (seen in names like Jamal and Jamari …

Durant's meaning signifies staying power, a good quality to impart to your child. Notables with the surname Durant include Pulitzer Prize-winning authors Will and Ariel Durant, most famous …

Terreigh is a feminine name representing a modern, creative spelling variation of Terry or Terri. The distinctive spelling incorporates the trending '-eigh' suffix that gives traditional names a contemporary twist …

Shaunice is a modern feminine given name that appears to combine elements of other established names. It likely incorporates the 'Sha-' prefix found in names like Shawn and Shannon with …

Nolwenn is popular in Wales but would be a very adventurous choice in the US. Though with the increased visibility of names like Arwen, thanks to Lord of the Rings …

Once the teenaged babysitter, now more likely to be the mom who hires her. The names many variations include Nickee, Nickie, Nickey, Nicky, Niki, Nikkee, Nikkey, Nikki, Nikkie, Nikky, and …

An elaboration of Marisa, a combination of Maria and Louisa. The meaning of Maria is uncertain, but theories include "drop of the sea" (from Hebrew roots mar "drop" and yam …

Jenna is overheated, but Jemma is still cool. Jemma and Gemma are most heard in Australia but are increasingly used in other countries.

Ellia is one of the newer entries in the extremely popular El group of names for girls, which includes Ella, Ellie, Elle and so on, as well as L-starting …

German, Slavic and Scandinavian form of Clara, which is a Top 100 girl name in multiple European countries, including Austria, Croatia, Iceland and Poland. While Clara is fashionable in the …

Wilhelmina might once have been condemned as a clunky relic best left in the past, but a steadily increasing number of parents are dusting it off for their 21st century …

Aishlee is a feminine name that appears to be a creative spelling variation of Ashley. The unique spelling incorporates elements that may be influenced by names like Aisha or Aisling …

A form of Abraham used in Central and North Asia, inspired by the Arabic form, Ibrahim. Notable namebearers include the Lak Russian wrestler Ibragim Ibragimov and Russian MMA fighter Ibragim …

A Welsh place name and surname, it derives from Cyffin or Gyffin, meaning "limit" or "confine". Notable bearers include landscape painter Kyffin Williams and racing driver Kyffin Simpson.