Six months into 2024 and we’re now seeing several baby name trends that are going strong this year at BabyNames.com. Some of these trends are new and some have been around for a while, like the influence of celebrities, pop culture, and royal baby naming. Read More
Dearest BabyNamers,
This author finds themselves compelled to share the delightful monikers of the Bridgerton television universe. After becoming immensely popular when the show first released in 2020, the third season is now in full swing! Read More
Journalist Kristen Welker is growing her family! The Meet the Press moderator announced that she and her husband John Hughes are expecting their second baby via surrogate. The little one is expecting to arrive “in the coming weeks.”
This little one will be Kristen and John’s second baby together that they’ve welcomed via surrogate. Read More
Taylor Swift, born Taylor Alison Swift, is notorious for singing about real people— from love interests to family members and childhood friends. Listen to any of her albums, and you’ll find that several songs include mentions of first names in the lyrics, sometimes referencing real people, other times giving the song a character whose story the lyrics tell. Read More
It is of no surprise that when you are perusing lists of baby names, you may ask yourself, “Yes, that’s a great name but how popular is it?” You may ask that question because you want your baby’s name to be “on trend” and perhaps reflect the child’s own popularity among their friends. Read More
Katie Couric is officially a grandmother! The former TODAY co-host has announced that her daughter Ellie Monahan and Ellie’s husband Mark Dobrosky have welcomed their first baby. “I am thrilled to have my first grandchild.”
The journalist posted a picture of her daughter and son in law in the hospital holding their newborn baby. Read More
Are you seeking a moniker with a dash of uniqueness and a hint of mystique? Look no further than the captivating world of baby names containing the letter X. You don’t have to be Elon Musk to love X-names, a trend that’s become popular in the past five years. Read More
Finding inspiration from the beauty and culture of Spain can add spark and fun to finding a unique baby name. With Spain’s vibrant cities, stunning landscapes, and rich history, the country offers many possibilities for parents who want to use place names as baby names, or choose a name from their Spanish heritage. Read More
Each decade, the U.S. census bureau compiles the top last names in the United States. We have added origins and meanings to this list to give you a comprehensive collection of the top U.S. surnames. The background of the top surnames/last names in the United States are primarily English, Spanish, Celtic, and Asian. Read More
What’s in a middle name? The middle name often hangs out in the background, like the unsung hero of the naming game. It’s not just a filler between the first and last; think of it as the hidden gem that adds a dash of flair to your baby’s full name. Read More
In a world of ever-increasing diversity and individuality, parents are seeking out more unique names for their babies. Gone are the days of picking names at the top of the charts. Today, expectant parents are seeking unique girl names, unique boy names, and even unique gender-neutral names that stand out, reflect their values, and show creativity. Read More
Choosing the perfect name for your baby is a momentous decision that reflects not only your hopes and dreams but also the unique personality you envision for your little one. Among the many options, baby boy names that start with the letter “A” offer a diverse and captivating array of options. Read More
Names from the Twilight series of novels and movies have stood the test of time, still ranking in the U.S. Baby Name charts since the release of the first of the series in 2005. In fact, author Stephenie Meyer, just might have started the “old fashioned” baby name trend that began around that time, since the vampire characters were over a century old. Read More
If you’re a Hunger Games fan as much as I am, you might want to consider some Hunger Games Character Names if and when you’re choosing a name for your baby…or pet, or gaming characters! As we approach the release of the new Hunger Games prequel film, The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes, I’m reminded of how whimsical and appropriate the character names are from the Hunger Games novels by author Suzanne Collins. Read More
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