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Woman Wants To Know AITA For Ignoring Stepmother's Baby Name Request

Choosing a baby name can be complicated by family dynamics and opinions.

NJ hospitals ask parents to 'identify' pronouns and sexual orientations of newborn babies

New Jersey hospitals are asking parents for their newborn's preferred pronouns and sexual orientation, prompting backlash.

This 2025 baby name trend swaps first names for surnames: Parents are 'starting to explore'

Surnames are increasingly being adopted as first names by parents for newborns, indicating a shift in naming trends.

Fashion & style

The hottest baby name trend is using last names as first names

Surnames are becoming popular as first names, reflecting a cultural shift in naming conventions.

fromwww.theguardian.com

5 days ago

Parenting

Ugly, old-fashioned, weird': the baby names that set grandparents' teeth on edge

Generational differences in baby naming cause tension, with many grandparents disapproving of contemporary names chosen by parents.

Graphic design

Why is it harder to find a boy name than a girl name? A baby name consultant weighs in

Baby naming for boys is more challenging due to societal expectations.

Parents feel more freedom in choosing unique names for girls.

Classic names for boys often feel reused, while vintage names provide uniqueness.

Parenting

Woman Wants To Know AITA For Ignoring Stepmother's Baby Name Request

Choosing a baby name can be complicated by family dynamics and opinions.

NJ hospitals ask parents to 'identify' pronouns and sexual orientations of newborn babies

New Jersey hospitals are asking parents for their newborn's preferred pronouns and sexual orientation, prompting backlash.

This 2025 baby name trend swaps first names for surnames: Parents are 'starting to explore'

Surnames are increasingly being adopted as first names by parents for newborns, indicating a shift in naming trends.

Fashion & style

The hottest baby name trend is using last names as first names

Surnames are becoming popular as first names, reflecting a cultural shift in naming conventions.

fromwww.theguardian.com

5 days ago

Parenting

Ugly, old-fashioned, weird': the baby names that set grandparents' teeth on edge

Generational differences in baby naming cause tension, with many grandparents disapproving of contemporary names chosen by parents.

more#parenting

4 days ago

Parenting

These popular baby names are too 'ugly, old-fashioned, weird,' grandparents say - the ones they hate the most, revealed

Many grandparents disapprove of their grandchild's names, with 1 in 5 expressing dissatisfaction.

fromMail Online

2 weeks ago

Parenting

The baby names that are BANNED around the world - including Linda

Some baby names are banned in various countries due to cultural or legal reasons, highlighting the complexities surrounding naming practices.

Here's What You Need: Some Super Weird 17th Century Baby Names

Modern parents are favoring unique names over traditional choices, harking back to historical naming trends from groups like the Quakers.

Digital life

'My best friend's dad' name trend is big for baby girls in 2025

Old man names for baby girls are trending for 2025, indicating a shift towards traditional male monikers.

Digital life

Is Your Kid's Name Also A Popular Name For Pets?

Pet owners are increasingly using popular baby names for their pets, reflecting shifting naming trends.

Digital life

'Dog names' for babies is the next big baby-naming trend

Using dog names for babies is trending and increasingly accepted.

Short, sweet, and casual names are gaining popularity for children.

Modern naming conventions have shifted away from formal names.

Digital life

This Aggressive Baby Name Trend Is Seriously "Alarming" Experts

Weapon-inspired baby names are gaining popularity among parents seeking names that convey masculinity and a renegade spirit.

Digital life

Would You Name Your Baby After A Passenger On The Mayflower? You May Have Already.

Consider autumn-themed names for babies, inspired by Thanksgiving and Mayflower passengers.

Old-fashioned names remain in vogue, reflecting current naming trends.

History

Here's What You Need: Some Super Weird 17th Century Baby Names

Modern parents are favoring unique names over traditional choices, harking back to historical naming trends from groups like the Quakers.

Digital life

'My best friend's dad' name trend is big for baby girls in 2025

Old man names for baby girls are trending for 2025, indicating a shift towards traditional male monikers.

Digital life

Is Your Kid's Name Also A Popular Name For Pets?

Pet owners are increasingly using popular baby names for their pets, reflecting shifting naming trends.

Digital life

'Dog names' for babies is the next big baby-naming trend

Using dog names for babies is trending and increasingly accepted.

Short, sweet, and casual names are gaining popularity for children.

Modern naming conventions have shifted away from formal names.

Digital life

This Aggressive Baby Name Trend Is Seriously "Alarming" Experts

Weapon-inspired baby names are gaining popularity among parents seeking names that convey masculinity and a renegade spirit.

Digital life

Would You Name Your Baby After A Passenger On The Mayflower? You May Have Already.

Consider autumn-themed names for babies, inspired by Thanksgiving and Mayflower passengers.

Old-fashioned names remain in vogue, reflecting current naming trends.

Miscellaneous

HGTV star Jasmine Roth shares her baby's unusual name, and her 4-year-old has thoughts

Hazel Roth, age 4, humorously prefers the name 'Melody' for her newborn sister over the chosen name 'Darla'.

Jasmine Roth shares the challenges and joys of choosing a baby name, emphasizing the importance of privacy in their decision.

Miscellaneous

'Shallow Hal' director takes credit for Gwyneth Paltrow's unique baby name Apple - here's why

Gwyneth Paltrow's unique choice of the name Apple may have been inspired by director Peter Farrelly's daughter, who shares the same name.

4 weeks ago

SF parents

Kylie Kelce Revealed Which Baby Names She And Jason Kelce Almost Picked For Their 4th Daughter

The Kelce family's latest baby, Finnley, nearly had a different name after extensive consideration.

Finnley breaks the double 'T' tradition set by its older siblings.

Miscellaneous

HGTV star Jasmine Roth shares her baby's unusual name, and her 4-year-old has thoughts

Hazel Roth, age 4, humorously prefers the name 'Melody' for her newborn sister over the chosen name 'Darla'.

Jasmine Roth shares the challenges and joys of choosing a baby name, emphasizing the importance of privacy in their decision.

Miscellaneous

'Shallow Hal' director takes credit for Gwyneth Paltrow's unique baby name Apple - here's why

Gwyneth Paltrow's unique choice of the name Apple may have been inspired by director Peter Farrelly's daughter, who shares the same name.

4 weeks ago

SF parents

Kylie Kelce Revealed Which Baby Names She And Jason Kelce Almost Picked For Their 4th Daughter

The Kelce family's latest baby, Finnley, nearly had a different name after extensive consideration.

Finnley breaks the double 'T' tradition set by its older siblings.

Consider these unsung heroes of Black history for your unique baby name

Meaningful and historical names can shape a child's identity and societal perceptions.

Choosing names inspired by Black history honors legacy and promotes identity.

Women

120 strong baby girl names

Choosing a strong name for a baby girl can inspire confidence, empowerment, and resilience.

fromwww.npr.org

Arts

Oaklee, Cohen, & Mateo: why are these Gen-Alpha's hottest names?

Baby names can reflect political affiliations and cultural trends within families.

fromThe Atlantic

Miscellaneous

The Controversy Over Baby Names

The rise of the name Muhammad as a top baby name signifies changing demographics and cultural tensions in England and Wales.

Black Lives Matter

Consider these unsung heroes of Black history for your unique baby name

Meaningful and historical names can shape a child's identity and societal perceptions.

Choosing names inspired by Black history honors legacy and promotes identity.

Women

120 strong baby girl names

Choosing a strong name for a baby girl can inspire confidence, empowerment, and resilience.

fromwww.npr.org

Arts

Oaklee, Cohen, & Mateo: why are these Gen-Alpha's hottest names?

Baby names can reflect political affiliations and cultural trends within families.

fromThe Atlantic

Miscellaneous

The Controversy Over Baby Names

The rise of the name Muhammad as a top baby name signifies changing demographics and cultural tensions in England and Wales.

US politics

Study shows Republicans and Democrats name babies differently. Is your child's name red or blue?

Baby names are increasingly aligned with political affiliations, revealing a cultural divide in naming conventions.

fromSecret London

London

This Interactive Map Shows The Most Popular Baby Names In Each London Borough (And Beyond)

There are noteworthy variations in baby names across London's boroughs.

Muhammad overtook Noah as the most popular boy's name in England and Wales in 2023.

New names like Autumn and Jax entered the top 100 baby names in 2023.

US politics

Study shows Republicans and Democrats name babies differently. Is your child's name red or blue?

Baby names are increasingly aligned with political affiliations, revealing a cultural divide in naming conventions.

fromSecret London

London

This Interactive Map Shows The Most Popular Baby Names In Each London Borough (And Beyond)

There are noteworthy variations in baby names across London's boroughs.

Muhammad overtook Noah as the most popular boy's name in England and Wales in 2023.

New names like Autumn and Jax entered the top 100 baby names in 2023.

Trisha Paytas's Next Baby Already Starred on SNL and Broadway

Trisha Paytas is expecting her third child, with a gender reveal planned during a live show and interesting name suggestions.

The Hot '90s Actors That Completely Changed The Course Of Baby Names

Pop culture significantly influences baby names, with characters and actors driving their popularity in the following years.

Film

13 'Beetlejuice' Names For Babies, From Strange & Unusual To Just Plain Cool

Beetlejuice's legacy inspires unique baby names reflecting its quirky characters for new parents in the spooky season.

Miscellaneous

Here Are The Top Baby Names That Could Go Extinct In 2025

Popular baby names are declining, particularly those inspired by fashion trends and the royal family.

Names that peaked in the '80s and '90s are falling out of favor, with notable declines in names like Jamie and Taylor.

Digital life

Redditor's Wife Wants To Name Their Baby After Any Name From 'Mambo #5'

Naming children after nostalgia or pop culture can be humorous but has practical limitations.

Parenting

The Hot '90s Actors That Completely Changed The Course Of Baby Names

Pop culture significantly influences baby names, with characters and actors driving their popularity in the following years.

Film

13 'Beetlejuice' Names For Babies, From Strange & Unusual To Just Plain Cool

Beetlejuice's legacy inspires unique baby names reflecting its quirky characters for new parents in the spooky season.

Miscellaneous

Here Are The Top Baby Names That Could Go Extinct In 2025

Popular baby names are declining, particularly those inspired by fashion trends and the royal family.

Names that peaked in the '80s and '90s are falling out of favor, with notable declines in names like Jamie and Taylor.

Digital life

Redditor's Wife Wants To Name Their Baby After Any Name From 'Mambo #5'

Naming children after nostalgia or pop culture can be humorous but has practical limitations.

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DevOps

These 18 Baby Names Are Going Extinct In 2025 - But I Need To Know Whether You Still Like Them

Baby names have trends, some names are fading away while others remain popular.

Digital life

50 'SNL'-Inspired Baby Names For Your Little Future Comedian

The 50th anniversary of Saturday Night Live inspires baby name ideas rooted in iconic characters and performers from its history.

Miscellaneous

In the baby name Super Bowl, the winner is ...

Distinctive and alliterative names could enhance the chances of a child becoming a professional athlete.

Names of Kansas City Chiefs players are more appealing for aspiring athletes.

Miscellaneous

13 Vampiric Baby Names Inspired By 'Nosferatu'

Explore unique vampire-inspired baby names from the latest Nosferatu film.

#muhammad

fromwww.bournemouthecho.co.uk

Miscellaneous

Nearly 100K babies were born in NYC in 2023 - and see what name made the list for first time

Muhammad entered the top 10 baby names in New York for the first time in 2023, highlighting its growing popularity.

Digital life

The top baby names for boys and girls have been revealed

Muhammad surpassed Noah as the most popular baby boy's name in England and Wales in 2023.

Olivia continues to be the most popular name for baby girls in England and Wales since 2016.

fromwww.bournemouthecho.co.uk

Miscellaneous

Nearly 100K babies were born in NYC in 2023 - and see what name made the list for first time

Muhammad entered the top 10 baby names in New York for the first time in 2023, highlighting its growing popularity.

Digital life

The top baby names for boys and girls have been revealed

Muhammad surpassed Noah as the most popular baby boy's name in England and Wales in 2023.

Olivia continues to be the most popular name for baby girls in England and Wales since 2016.

more#muhammad

#popularity-trends

fromIrish Independent

Miscellaneous

Most popular names for baby boys and girls born before Christmas last year revealed by CSO

Holly and Éabha were the top baby girl names in December 2023, while Jack was the most popular name for boys.

1 year ago

Miscellaneous

100 girl names that start with 'K'

Parents have many classic and unique 'K' names to choose from for baby girls.

Kimberly and Karen have historical significance among popular 'K' names.

2022 rankings show Kinsley and Kennedy as trendy 'K' options.

Celebrity choices of 'K' names influence current naming trends.

fromIrish Independent

Miscellaneous

Most popular names for baby boys and girls born before Christmas last year revealed by CSO

Holly and Éabha were the top baby girl names in December 2023, while Jack was the most popular name for boys.

1 year ago

Miscellaneous

100 girl names that start with 'K'

Parents have many classic and unique 'K' names to choose from for baby girls.

Kimberly and Karen have historical significance among popular 'K' names.

2022 rankings show Kinsley and Kennedy as trendy 'K' options.

Celebrity choices of 'K' names influence current naming trends.

more#popularity-trends

#nostalgia

Books

It's Charlie Brown Season! Here Are the Best 'Peanuts'-Inspired Baby Names

Peanuts characters provide unique and timeless inspiration for baby names, combining nostalgia with modern relevance.

Digital life

John Hughes Movie Baby Names, From Ferris To Ryce

John Hughes movies provide a rich source of vintage yet unique baby names that blend nostalgia with modern appeal.

Books

It's Charlie Brown Season! Here Are the Best 'Peanuts'-Inspired Baby Names

Peanuts characters provide unique and timeless inspiration for baby names, combining nostalgia with modern relevance.

Digital life

John Hughes Movie Baby Names, From Ferris To Ryce

John Hughes movies provide a rich source of vintage yet unique baby names that blend nostalgia with modern appeal.

Business intelligence

Your name shaped under a trend line

Karim Douïeb's graphic visualizes baby name trends by shaping names into line graphs for an engaging overview of their popularity over time.

fromFast Company

Graphic design

This sleek data visualization will show you exactly how basic your name really is

The Baby Names tool visualizes the popularity of names in the US, revealing trends over the last century using dynamic typography.

fromTime Out London

London

Revealed: the most popular baby name in every London borough

Muhammed and Amelia were the most popular baby names in London for 2023.

Miscellaneous

'Hot nerd' names are in: A baby name consultant reveals her favorite picks

Baby names inspired by 'hot nerds' reflect a blend of intelligence and charisma, making them appealing for modern parents.

fromFlowingData

Business intelligence

Your name shaped under a trend line

Karim Douïeb's graphic visualizes baby name trends by shaping names into line graphs for an engaging overview of their popularity over time.

fromFast Company

Graphic design

This sleek data visualization will show you exactly how basic your name really is

The Baby Names tool visualizes the popularity of names in the US, revealing trends over the last century using dynamic typography.

fromTime Out London

London

Revealed: the most popular baby name in every London borough

Muhammed and Amelia were the most popular baby names in London for 2023.

Miscellaneous

'Hot nerd' names are in: A baby name consultant reveals her favorite picks

Baby names inspired by 'hot nerds' reflect a blend of intelligence and charisma, making them appealing for modern parents.

more#trends

Miscellaneous

11 Very Merry Baby Names Inspired By Classic Christmas Movies

Choosing baby names inspired by classic holiday movies can evoke warmth and joy for families during the festive season.

Digital life

These Are The Most Unusual Baby Names Parents Chose For Their Children In The Last Year

Top 2023 baby names reflect a mix of popularity and individuality, with Olivia and Liam remaining favorites while unusual names also emerge.

Miscellaneous

15+ Baby Names Perfect for 'Wicked' Fans

The Wicked movie adaptation introduces a new generation to the iconic characters Elphaba and Glinda.

Parenting

Tell Us The Most Unique Baby Name That You Really Love

Choosing a baby's name can be both challenging and exciting, reflecting parents' personalities and aspirations. Unique names offer special meaning and individuality.

6 months ago

NYC parents

10 most popular billionaire names revealed - is your baby destined to be super-rich?

Choosing traditional names may boost children's future financial prospects.

#name-trends

6 months ago

Digital life

Throwback baby names are trending - these are the surprising monikers taking over for 2025

Old-fashioned names are regaining popularity, with experts predicting names like Birdie and Poppy will trend in 2025.

fromThe Mirror US

OMG science

Unisex name that is currently the most popular for autumn babies

Jack was the most popular autumn-related baby name in 2023, highlighting its unisex appeal with 13 girls named Jack.

Asher and Scarlett ranked high due to their seasonal significance, linking to Thanksgiving and autumn colors respectively.

6 months ago

Digital life

Throwback baby names are trending - these are the surprising monikers taking over for 2025

Old-fashioned names are regaining popularity, with experts predicting names like Birdie and Poppy will trend in 2025.

fromThe Mirror US

OMG science

Unisex name that is currently the most popular for autumn babies

Jack was the most popular autumn-related baby name in 2023, highlighting its unisex appeal with 13 girls named Jack.

Asher and Scarlett ranked high due to their seasonal significance, linking to Thanksgiving and autumn colors respectively.

more#name-trends