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Semi-unique semi-traditional. I like kind of pretentious names tbh. Some names are rated on the pretentious scale.

… to Number 823 – the name’s most popular ranking since in the 1960s. Felicity – Keri Russell played our favorite college freshman in 1998’s Felicity. The virtue name immediately debuted …

… than Top 100 darlings Ella and Stella. American author Willa Cather makes it literary. Keri Russell put it on the list of fashionable choices for girls when she welcomed Willa …

… books about Frances the badger (Bedtime for Frances, A Baby sister for Frances, etc) by Russell Hoban. Nickname possibilities range from Glory, Gia, Glory bee, Glo, Gloworm (born on full …

… inside and outside of Great Britain – spawning everything from Jack and the Beanstalk to Jack Russell terriers. But by the early 20th century, John — and to a lesser extent, Jack …

The following list includes generally uncommon names from real-life American astronauts. My source was Wikipedia's "List of Astronauts by Name" article.

… as my second son came into this world on my uncle’s birthday, my Uncle Russel who had been killed in a car crash 12 years earlier. It was a …

… Ace, #255, associated with Ace Frehley of Kiss *Atlas, #291 Legacy, #787 girls, artist Legacy Russell *Legend, #217 boys, associated with John Legend, used by Donald Glover Promise—new to …

I noticed a trend with my boy's names. Each of them have one L in the name. I decided to make this list as a way of finding other …

… on the pop list since 1881, now at #375. Steve Jobs named his son Reed. RUSSELL—A redhead Dad name still given to a surprising number of babies—Russell ranks …

… Mary Delaney Meadow, twin sister to Boone Avery, and sister to Dean Clifford, Paisley Madison, Russell Blaise and Cheyenne Mariah Eirlys Catriona, sister of Seren Roisin Eleanor Rosalind Eliza Cecily …

By Linda Rosenkrantz I must admit that I’m addicted to birth announcements.  Not just to our own babyberries’—which are, of course, the best–but to any others I …

Earlier this month, we shared our list of the Best Baby Names Right Now. We declared them the right mix of authentic and creativie, perfect for 2016, and wearable into …

Noah has unseated Jacob to become the new Number 1 name for boys – the first new top boys’ choice of the 21st century. The boys’ side of the list claims …

By Sophie Kihm When it comes to naming siblings, families have different approaches. Some choose an obvious theme, like Coleen and Wayne Rooney, whose children are named Kai, Klay, and …

Fresh nicknames for classic names, classic nicknames for uncommon names, or just cool nicknames for cool names.

By Leslie McLean I conceived Owen through donor insemination on a gorgeous early February night of great tenderness.  His birthday would have been in October. We can see him, a …

A list of names from Chaucer's famous tale. This list includes the pilgrims and the characters in their stories.

Names that give off specific images, vibes and feeling, not because of their actual meaning, but because they sound like a word or are reminiscent of one

Classic Samuel and sweet short forms Sam and Sammy have been worn by saints and celebrities, founding fathers and TV characters. Here are some alternatives!

Disney Characters from animated movies. Name listed with movie inspiration below. Some are classics and some are more modern.

We’re all pretty familiar with the names of  the presidents whose surnames have beeen commonly used for children–Jackson, Jefferson, Taylor, Tyler, Lincoln, Truman, Madison, Wilson, Kennedy et al …

By Abby Sandel, Appellation Mountain Susan Sarandon is a grandmother, and Mick Jagger?  He’s already dandling his first great-grandchild on his knee. Time marches on, and some of …

Cute celebrity baby names are having a moment. Hailey and Justin Bieber recently welcomed a son named Jack Blues, and Nara Smith named her daughter Whimsy Lou, which is so …

I've rated these highly, and though they weren't top 15 I want to list them in case they grow on me as my baby does :)

Last week we took a look at the ladies in limbo, the girls’ names not old enough to fall under the Hundred Year Rule, but were most popular from the …

Boy names I'd consider using as first or middle names if my partner likes them.

By Linda Rosenkrantz What were the most noteworthy names of the year? To pick the Top 10, we looked at not only baby names, but beyond to include the names …

Astrology names are a big trend right now, and for Aries babies, there are plenty of vibrant options. Bold and energetic, Aries names are as fiery as the people born …

Celebrity cat names are even wilder than unique celebrity baby names. Cat names can be more creative than baby names and even dog names, which are limited by syllable count …

A list of names that are traditionally masculine, but would be great for girls - hopefully some of these will transition into the “unisex” category in coming years.

These are the names that I imagine would have a little goofball, including but not limited to dad jokes, puns, and good hearted fun.

I’ve always been intrigued with the names of the characters played by movie stars, especially the iconic figures of the Golden Age—the interplay between actor and character name …

By Abby Sandel Last week we looked at nine girl names likely to soar. Head to a kindergarten class in five years or so, and chances are you’ll hear …

Ever since Nicole Richie named her daughter Harlow, I've been thinking up other movie stars with interesting surnames that could be passed on to the next generation...

A list of the most common names for boys in Canada according to Forebears' list.

48 names inspired by American post-hardcore band Sleeping With Sirens. Anything from band members to song titles and lyrics.

Like Jenny-from-the-block (well maybe not quite), I was a roller-skating, rope-jumping, potsy- (hopscotch to you) playing child of the Bronx streets.  At that time I …

Biblical Daniel is a rock solid classic, friendly but still strong. Here are some alternatives!

A Biblical classic, Michael was the top name for a whole generation. Now it's dropped on the charts, but still incredibly popular. Here are some alternatives!

Want a popular name, also chosen by a modern YouTuber? Here're all the best, with the channels the kids come from.

By Sophie Kihm Like any name nerd, I am utterly fascinated by the world of celebrity baby names. Bold choices without backlash, five middle names, starting international trends? It’s …

It says I need fifteen words to make a list so here are my fifteen words.

Guest blogger LAUREN MILLER, known to her fellow nameberry regulars as LEMON, introduces us to the charming names of Jane Austen. I still remember my first Jane Austen experience. I …

A very long list of boys names beginning with the letter R. I hope it comes in handy.

Just as we’ve been heralding the trend towards cowboy names, it looks like we could be in for a posse of new ones. In the L.A. Times the …

It’s been another week of new discoveries about favorite American names in 2016. The big news was the release of the top names in every state. If you’re …

We recently ran Kara‘s suggestions for subtly connecting girl siblings’ names.  Now it’s the boys’ turn. Matthew/Levi. Matthew is an American staple, spending decades in the Top …