In the U.S., name laws are determined by state, and unlike other countries, there aren’t many restrictions on what you can or cannot name your baby—or yourself. Legal scholars believe that this is due to the First and Fourteenth Amendments to the U.S. Constitution, which give broad rights on our free speech and due process….
Dear Jennifer, My boys are about 3 years apart and we wanted to give them strong Persian names. Our oldest is Darius (Dariush) and our youngest is Darian. I loved their names until recently when people/strangers started commenting on how similar they are, and said it’s “so confusing.” Our family voted on our youngest son’s…
Choosing the perfect baby name can be as celestial as it is personal! BabyNames.com founder, Jennifer Moss, has collaborated with seasoned astrologer Amy Moonsong to create a special series of posts carefully tailored to the twelve astrological sun signs. They include characteristics of children born under the sign, suggested baby names inspired by the unique…
Just like all lore, there are baby names myths and legends that have been perpetuated in our society. Surely you or someone who knows someone who went to school with those twins Lemonjello and Orangejello! Every time I announce they’re not real I get emails saying “They are real! My friend’s son’s neighbor knew them…
So you think you’ve found a unique baby name, only to find it’s hitting the top of the charts? Well there’s usually a clear predictor that a name will become popular: how fast it rises in ranking. So we analyzed five years of U.S. baby name data to uncover the fastest rising baby names, and…
Name games are a fun and meaningful way to celebrate at a baby shower, adding a personal touch that honors the little one on the way. We have compiled and created some baby shower games that center around baby names, and some more ideas for your party! Name games cna help break the ice and…
Choosing a baby name that means “strong” or symbolizes strength can be a powerful way to set an inspiring tone for your child’s life. While we can’t guarantee that a name alone will instill this trait, names with meanings rooted in resilience, courage, and fortitude can serve as daily reminders of inner power and determination….
Below is a list of all the celebrity babies we reported on in 2024. During our Podcast Episode “Best and Worst Celebrity Baby Names of 2024” we chose our favorites and…well… the most problematic of the bunch. For the overall best celebrity baby name of 2024 we chose Rio Rose Bowman, daughter of Canadian actress…
Celebrity baby blogger Kate Fann joins Jennifer & Mallory for our annual Best and Worst Celebrity Baby Names review of 2024. View the full list of Celebrity Babies of 2024 so you can decide your fave – and zinger.
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 winter to the vibrant lights and deep traditions of Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, and New Year’s, these names subtly reflect the magic of the season. Here are some unique and meaningful…
We’ve had wonderful Olympic gymnastics competitions thus far in 2024 so let’s have fun and examine the first names associated with the gold, silver, and bronze medalists from both the men’s and women’s teams. Of course, the name Simone is known throughout the world as associated with one of the greatest gymnasts of all time….
Naming a bouncing baby boy is an important task for any expecting parent. Often the namer wants to honor a family member but doesn’t want to use the original name. Unusual and unique names are often highly sought after in this case. Using the same initials can be a lovely tribute to a favorite person….
For the past several years, surnames (last names) have become a frequent source for finding unique and interesting baby names. Taylor and Madison, for example, were two names that hit the charts in the last 80s and have held strong. Many surnames are used as viable gender-neutral choices for baby names. There are predominantly four…
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. Grandma and great-grandma names still remain strong among the baby…
WNBA fever is still at a high pitch given the current 2024 WNBA draft. Parents-to-be and fans alike are looking at names of the players to give them ideas for their very own babies and future basketballers. The Women’s National Basketball Association was formed only 28 years ago on April 22, 1996. Their season runs…
