Jennifer Moss (she/her) is the founder of BabyNames.com, author of The Baby Names Workbook, and Producer of The Baby Names Podcast. Jennifer is widely regarded as the leading expert on popular baby name trends and the naming process, serving as the authoritative source on the subject for national and international media.
Jennifer entered the tech arena in the 80s as a software developer and database architect, and became a pioneer in the Internet industry. In addition to operating BabyNames.com, Jennifer owns a web development agency in central California.
The Baby Names Podcast #106: Top Baby Names of 2024
Jennifer and Mallory discuss the top baby names of 2024 as calculated from our members’ favorite name lists for the past year. We also review → full article
Beyond Holly & Nick: 50+ Unique Holiday Baby Names
The December holidays are rich with meaning, symbolism, and beauty, making them a wonderful source of inspiration for baby names. From the serene snow of → full article
Names from Outlander – How they fit the Characters!
Outlander has captivated fans across the world since the release of its first novel in 1991 by Diana Gabaldon through its subsequent STARZ television series. → full article
The Worst Names in U.S. Politics
America has seen a parade of elected officials with names that make you do a double take, from Harry Baals to Dick Wigglesworth. In a world where branding is everything, these statesmen—and woman—leaned all the way into their unusual names, bringing a light-hearted twist to the halls of American politics.
100 Goth & Gothic Baby Names
Gothic names have long held a unique allure, steeped in a history of dark romance, mystery, and beauty. Emerging from the depths of medieval Europe, → full article
How to Become a Certified Doula From Home
A Doula is a trained childbirth and childcare helper. This is a non-medical person who provides emotional and physical support to a woman, partner and family during pregnancy and childbirth.
Behind the Name: Kamala
Kamala Devi Harris is the 49th Vice President of the United States and many people have questions about her name. First, it’s pronounced KAH-mah-lah, with → full article
Names for Babies born in AQUARIUS
♒ January 20 – February 18
The Aquarius child sees life through a unique and creative lens. They have an innate drive to solve problems, → full article
Names for Babies born in CAPRICORN
♑ December 22 – January 19
The Capricorn child can often express an innate sense of confidence, independence, and initiative. Capricorn is associated with management → full article
The Baby Names Podcast #105: House of the Dragon & Game of Thrones Names – with special guest Daryn Robinson
Episode 106 – Can one name start a war? Jennifer Moss interviews Game of Thrones Superfan Daryn Robinson with insight into character names from → full article
Names for Babies born in SAGITTARIUS
All about your Scorpio child including suggested baby names and celebrities born under the astrological sign of Scorpio.
How to Choose Character Names (for writers)
If you’re a writer, one of the first and most exciting things you’ll do is name your cast of characters. You’d think it would be → full article
Classic “Dad” Names for Boys
Classic and vintage names have become all the rage, first appearing on the girls’ charts about a decade ago, now infiltrating the boy baby names. → full article
All of Elon Musk’s Children (Updated!)
It’s no secret that Elon Musk as been prolific in populating the planet. Is it possible he’s in a race with Nick Cannon? Well, to → full article
