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Unique unisex names are on many parents' wish lists these days, and you might be here looking for one for yourself. As more people find appeal in both unique names …

… worker, community-oriented, nurturing, artistic, argumentative, self-righteous, worrywart • 7– analysis, understanding, philosopher/genius, studious, rebellious, moody, non-communicative, fearful, reclusive • 8– business, manager/executive, commanding, efficient, organized, power-seeking …

These are my very favorite baby girl names of all time. They are totally and wickedly AWESOME!

… name of Shakespearean sprite in A Midsummer Night’s Dream, and more recently as a rebellious high schooler on the TV show Glee. Both characters are male, but the Dutch …

Isabella has been a Top Ten girl name for over a decade thanks to its romantic femininity and multicultural appeal. It has inspired the rise of many other names ending …

… in 2014, and there’s no doubt that this actress played a role in that. Rebel Wilson A post shared by Rebel Wilson (@rebelwilson) on Jul 4, 2017 at 6 …

Cat names that mean adventurous are perfect for your bold little explorer. If your daredevil needs a name to represent their free spirit, these cat names are just what you …

… also be a nickname for something more elaborate like Persephone or Paloma. Revel Gentler than Rebel and with an air of celebration, Revel is an underused word name. Which is …

… stronger biblical feel. Tobiah appears in the book of Nehemiah as the name of a rebel Hebrew king. Could definitely enjoy playdates with Elijah and Isaiah. Uri—Short and strong …

Here is a list of potential names that is public so that friends can see it!

… on a true story. Keri Russell plays Serena, the first wife of Newton Knight, who rebelled against the Confederacy in Mississippi. Serena is a name that is timeless and trend …

Their love of science fiction and fantasy literature has inspired two great names. Let’s help them choose something with just as much magic for their third child! Claire and …

By Abby Sandel Take an overlooked name with an on-trend sound, add a high profile celebrity birth announcement, and voilà – the next big thing in baby names. Or not …

Literary baby names are big – just look at Emma and Harper. Some of the most interesting influences come from novels aimed at younger readers. YA – young adult – literature has given …

By Rebecca Renner If you’re searching for a classy, smart name for your new little one, look no further than modern classic novels. The term “modern classic” refers to …

The holiday movie season is always busy, from family-friendly flicks to serious Oscar-worthy dramas. New movies mean new potential baby names.  Don’t believe me?  A year ago …

Looking for a boy name that feels both fashionable and original, that stands out for its rarity but fits with current trends? Boy names are evolving at lightning speed right …

Celebrities are known for choosing unique celebrity baby names. Academy Award-nominated Terrence Howard is the latest to join the ranks of daring baby namers. It isn’t just about …

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 …

By Sophie Kihm This month’s predictions of celebrity baby names features two exciting firsts for me: my first twin prediction, and my first Duggar prediction! I’ve been crossing …

By Lauren Der Olivia has been the second most popular girls’ name in the US for the two years running, and Golden Age Hollywood star Olivia de Havilland was one …

Military ranks and weapons have become cool new baby names. We've got military names that reference people general or particular, real and mythical, from Sergeant to MacArthur to Mars …

By Linda Rosenkrantz The surprise top name for boys in 2013 was the Old Testament Noah, followed by the not so surprisingly high-on-the-list Jacob, Ethan, Daniel, Benjamin …

By Haley Sedgwick As a child, I remember asking my mum for a videocassette that I had my eyes on in the grocery store. Any normal preschooler would be asking …

By John Kelly As we greet the new year with big goals and big dreams, let’s not forget some of the big names that closed out 2016. In December …

When it comes to baby names, it's not just about finding more, but more and better. Amazing names with authentic roots and fascinating backstories, the kind of names that …

Maybe you can't be too rich or too thin, but if you're a baby name, it just may be possible to be too cool. A too-cool baby …

By Clare Bristow Now that winter is here, it’s a good time to look at names from the frozen north and beyond in the worlds created by Philip Pullman …

Badass names for cats are hot, just like they are for babies. Badass names with attitude, swagger, and sass underscore your feline's natural speed and aggression. Along with popular …

Aggressive boy names aren't going to be everyone's cup of tea, but more and more parents are seeking out these bold, boisterous names for their baby boys. These …

Tudor names include some currently stylish revivals, like Avery and Audrey, as well as plenty of fascinating Tudor favourites that have been all but lost to the centuries. The Tudor …

Happy Pride 2025! Pride icon names celebrate the LGBTQ+ community and the inspiring history behind the fight for equal rights. It's more than half a century since the first …

Baby names with a patriotic flavor honor the land of the free and the home of the brave. They may be inspired by American ideals, such as Liberty and Justice …

It may be difficult for people on the brink of parenthood to admit this, but it's cool to be bad. It was cool when you were younger . . . and it …

American baby names come from a range of sources as diverse as the U.S. itself, including American place names, hero names, and invented names. The most popular American baby …

After seeing multiple people with slick comments about "too religious" christian names while ignoring Bodhi, Mohammad and other things I decided to make a list about names honoring Christ/Christianity

Our new book, The Nameberry Guide to the Best Baby Names for Boys, selects the 600 very best choices from the 20,000 boys’ names on Nameberry. We wanted to …

English names, meaning names that originate in the English language, sometimes get overlooked because we tend to think of all names used by English speakers as English names. But of …

By Nick Turner Baby-name fads have come and gone over the decades, but one trend has held true: Names are getting longer. A hundred years ago, boys’ names were …

American girl names include US place-names, newly-minted names, American hero names, and of course Native American names. The top American baby name for girls is place name Savannah …

Ok I’m going to be real here..girly girl names are not all that and a slice of cake! Yes I understand that everyone has their own preference, but …

By Linda Rosenkrantz The first month of 2016 brought the usual bountiful bunch of beautifully named  babies to the Nameberry community, including creative first and middle combos and sibsets and …

Wild and wacky baby names used to be the preserve of the rich and famous. Naming your child Fifi Trixibelle or Kal-El or Pilot Inspektor made a very public …

As the race towards the Oscars heats up, Abby Sandel of Appellation Mountain offers her annual analysis of possible award-winning baby names–the most interesting names attached to nominees …

Names that evoke the original words to me first before the idea of a name

Middle names for girls run the gamut from the traditional connecting names such as Rose and Anne to family surnames to new names carrying deep meaning. Girl middle names can …

Middle names for boys are traditionally family names – father's or grandfather's first name as an honorific, mother's maiden name, or perhaps a first name or surname from …

English girl names dominate the popularity lists in the US, the UK, and other English-speaking countries, with Evelyn and Avery ranking among the top names in the US, and …

Badass baby names are cool names that have everything to do with swagger and sass. These badass names, such as Ace and Axel, suggest the person who rides a motorcycle …