Mallory Moss is the co-founder of BabyNames.com and co-host of The Baby Names Podcast. Mallory has a PhD in psychiatric nursing and has written articles for The Huffington Post on names and name trends. She has one grown daughter, Veronica, who lives in Austria.
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
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
When it comes to choosing a name for your little bundle of joy, you can’t beat the elegance and charm of French names, often evoking images of romance, sophistication, and timeless beauty. We have curated a list of 30 French baby names sourced from BabyNames.com, along with their meanings and pronunciation. Read More
Choosing the perfect name for your baby girl is a momentous decision. It’s a name that will accompany her throughout her life, shaping her identity and reflecting the values and hopes you have for her. While there are countless names to consider, names beginning with “A” often evoke a sense of grace and strength, and might even give your child an advantage! 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
Are you a die-hard Kansas City Chiefs fan looking for a unique and memorable name for your little one? Look no further! In this article, we’ve compiled a list of baby names inspired by some of the most beloved Kansas City Chiefs players. 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
The Lord of the Rings trilogy, created by J.R.R. Tolkien, has captivated the hearts and minds of fans worldwide since 1937. From its deep mythology to its rich characters, this epic fantasy series of books and films provides a treasure trove of baby names inspiration. Read More
There are many reasons why a celebrity will change their name or choose a completely different stage name than the one they were born with. Most often they’ll change names to stand out from the crowd, and have a more memorable name. Read More
It’s no secret that Nick Cannon likes to have babies. At the time of this writing, Nick’s brood currently consists eleven children, including two sets of twins! But why Read More
As part of our Baby Names Around the World series, it only makes sense to spend time looking at the traditionally beautiful and strong baby names from India. With over 600 million speakers, there are over 1,600 languages and dialects in the region according to Berlitz. Read More
Japan has some of the most lovely sounding baby names in the world, and the most interesting historical naming conventions. The meanings of names in Japan varies depending on the kanji, or characters, associated with the sound of the name. Read More
Want to know the top baby names for 2022 that are trending to date? Here is a list of the top boy, girl, and gender-neutral baby names of 2022 that are trending for the first four months of the year with commentary by BabyNames.com co-founder, Mallory Moss:
So far, the top most popular names of 2022 have yielded some shocking surprises…and some not so surprising, since we predicted them. Read More
It’s the end of the year and now time to wrap up the celebrity baby names of 2019. Our least and most favorite names come from all babies born to at least one celebrity in 2019. Read More
