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Mallory Moss

Mallory Moss is the co-founder of BabyNames.com and co-host of The Baby Names Podcast. Mallory is a nursing doctorate with a passion for baby names, the Cubs, and genealogy. Mallory has had many professional roles in life, including working in the past as a psychiatric nurse practitioner, ESL teacher, and medical writer. She has one grown daughter, Veronica, who lives in Austria.
  • BEST and WORST Celebrity Baby Names of 2025

    Every year BabyNames.com founders and sisters Jennifer and Mallory Moss review the baby names from the rich and famous. Sometimes they’re classic, sometimes they’re unique, sometimes they’re wild. Come along with us on this journey for 2025 and let us know if you agree! Celebrity Girl Names of 2025 Susannah Accurso Parents: Rachel Griffin-Accurso (Ms….

  • Kieran Culkin’s wife makes good on Oscar promise!

    Actor Kieran Culkin and wife Jazz Charton are expecting baby number 3. Kieran stated in his 2025 Academy Awards speech that she had agreed to have four children if he won, which he did for best supporting actor. Apparently Kieran Culkin wasn’t kidding in his oscar acceptance speech. The actor, known for portraying Roman Roy…

  • Cardi B Pregnancy Announcement a Stunning Revelation!

    Cardi B, the 32-year-old rapper and Grammy winner, has announced that she had New England Patriots wide receiver Stefon Diggs are expecting a baby! B made her announcement on CBS Mornings on September 17th, telling Gayle King about the happy news: “I’m having a baby with my boyfriend, Stefon Diggs.” The new baby will be…

  • Downton Abbey Star Stuns Fans with her Pregnancy Announcement!

    Michelle Dockery, the actress who plays Lady Mary Crowley in the Downton Abbey franchise, has announced that she and husband Jasper Waller Bridge are expecting their first child. Dockery shared the exciting news during the world premiere of the movie “Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale.” According to People.com, the couple met through friends in 2019,…

  • 80+ Unique Gender-Neutral Baby Names that Start with D

    When it comes to choosing the perfect baby name, gender-neutral options are becoming more popular than ever. Gender-neutral names offer versatility, individuality, and a modern approach to identity. If you’re drawn to the letter D, you’re in luck: it’s full of dynamic, daring, and distinctive names that work beautifully for any child, regardless of gender….

  • 100 Unique Boy Names that Start with D

    Choosing a name for your baby boy is one of the most exciting—and challenging—decisions you’ll make as a parent. If you’re searching for something that stands out, unique and unusual boy names starting with D offer a world of possibilities. BabyNames.com features some fascinating options that break away from tradition, perfect for parents who want…

  • Illegal Baby Names

    Names are more than just labels, they reflect culture, identity, and values. However, around the world, some names are so controversial, bizarre, or disruptive that governments have declared them illegal. From names that mimic royalty to ones loaded with profanity or political tension, countries (and U.S. states) set naming laws to protect children from ridicule…

  • Iconic Mom Names

    It is a common trend in baby naming, particularly in 2025, to hit up our own family trees and use names of our ancestral mothers, whether using the exact name or a variation of it. But what about using famous mom names from history and popular culture? Alongside historical names, we also list celebrity moms,…

  • Beyond Luna & Cosmo: 120 Baby Names from the Sky

    The night sky has long been a source of wonder, inspiring countless myths, legends, and even baby names. Many cultures have drawn inspiration from celestial bodies, naming their children after the stars, the moon, and the vast sky above. Names with meanings tied to the night sky often evoke beauty, mystery, and a sense of…

  • Name Ideas for Rainbow Babies – An Emotional Journey

    For parents who have endured the heartbreak of miscarriage, stillbirth, or infant loss, naming a subsequent child – known as a “rainbow baby” – can be a deeply emotional journey. It is often accompanied by a mix of emotions including anxiety, fear, and a renewed sense of gratitude. This concept helps families honor the baby…

  • Baby Name Trends for 2025

    As 2025 unfolds, baby name trends are taking a captivating turn, blending timeless charm with fresh inspiration. This year, we’re seeing a rise in names that evoke the enchanting simplicity of cottage core aesthetics, drawing from nature, vintage charm, and pastoral beauty. Alongside these rustic favorites, names rooted in Greek mythology and lore are making…

  • 100 Unique Gender-Neutral Names that Start with C

    Choosing a unique, gender-neutral name can be a meaningful way to give a child an identity that breaks away from traditional naming conventions. Names that start with the letter “C” are especially intriguing, as they can evoke qualities like creativity, calmness, and confidence. Whether inspired by nature, virtues, or simply a modern twist on classic…

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