Naming Trends

By Megan Tkacy

Looking for a middle name for your baby boy? Browse our list of unique middle names for boys and see which middle names pair well.

By Stefanie Miller

This list is the ultimate collection of cool baby names, including cool baby names for boys, girls, and gender-neutral options.

By Sa'iyda Shabazz

If you like all things witchy, dark, and maybe a little gothic, this is the list of dark and beautiful baby girl names for you.

By Stephanie Sokol

If you love the island lifestyle, consider one of these tropical island-inspired names for your baby. We've got island baby names for boys, girls, and gender-neutral options that exude sunshine, warmth, and relaxation.

By L. Elizabeth Forry

The stuff of folklore and legend, these mythical, magical creatures have inspired us for centuries. If you're looking to name your little one after dragons, you'll love our list of dragon-themed names.

By L. Elizabeth Forry

Why not take some inspiration from the stars and sky when choosing a name for you baby girl?

By Rachel Sokol

Here are just a few of the baby name trends you can expect to see on your social media feeds, and maybe even choose for your child in 2020.

By Jennifer Caffelle

What better way to celebrate your autumn-baby's birth month with a fall-themed name? Here are the top autumn or fall names for boys and girls, along with some great gender-neutral options.

By Jennifer Caffelle

We've rounded up the most popular double names for boys, girls, and gender-neutral options.

By L. Elizabeth Forry

If you are seeking a colonial name for your baby, we’ve compiled a list of 75 baby names that have their history and roots in the earliest days of America from the Mayflower and the first Thanksgiving up and through the Revolutionary War that brought America her Independence.

By Charise Rohm Nulsen

When choosing a middle name for your baby, it’s important to think about your intention. Is it to honor a family member or your heritage? Do you simply want something that sounds good with the first and last name? No matter what you’re looking for, we’ll help you get started in choosing a middle name.

The author of this article predicts the naming trends of the future.

It's currently trendy, even in Hollywood, to use traditional and classic names that have long been out of favor ("boomerang names").

Learn all about naming fashions with this article.