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Baby Names

Naming your child is a huge privilege—though it’s also pretty daunting. Luckily, we’ve got plenty of inspiration at the ready, from classic to quirky, trendy to meaningful.

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Nearly 1 in 10 parents wish they’d chosen a different name for their child

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‘Nutella’ and other banned baby names in the US

The laws are different state by state.

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70 baby names inspired by nature for your future outdoor explorer

Mother Nature-approved.

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These whimsical Disney baby names are climbing in popularity

New data shows that Disney-inspired monikers are on the rise. From Merida to Moana, there’s a magical baby name to suit your little one among the bunch.

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These ‘House of the Dragon’ baby names are still super popular

Fantasy-inspired baby names are all the rage right now.

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Does this mom’s sister have the right to lay claim to certain baby names?

"My response was simply that if Jade wants to own the rights to names then she better get rich fast and buy those names"

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35 spring-inspired baby names for your little flower

It's a season of rebirth and hope.

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100+ unique baby names as special as your new little one

Every child born is original and unique, and these names reflect that beautiful sentiment.

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33 popular girl names & their beautiful meanings

From Olivia to Charlotte and beyond, here are some of the most popular girl names today and their meanings.

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70+ Taurus-inspired baby names for babies born in April & May

Give that little bull a fitting moniker.

Baby Names by Month

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20 April baby names that scream adventure

Like babies, April is all about new beginnings.

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20 June-themed baby names for your little June bug

These summer babies are super special.

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20 May baby names that reflect strength and perseverance

A 2005 study of 30,000 participants showed that people born in May consider themselves luckier than their peers.

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Gemstone-inspired baby names are becoming more popular for 2020

They've even been embraced for boys—Onyx was one of the fastest-rising boys' names in 2018.

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20 June-themed baby names for your little June bug

These summer babies are super special.

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50 unique baby names inspired by iconic TV shows

TV has long inspired the most popular baby names.

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These are our favorite 25 celebrity baby names of all time

Here are some of our favorites!

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Oh baby! These are the most popular names of 2021, per the Social Security Administration

Some of these trends reign supreme from past years, too!

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News

Nearly 1 in 10 parents wish they’d chosen a different name for their child

How common is baby name regret? More than you think.

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Baby Names

‘Nutella’ and other banned baby names in the US

The laws are different state by state.

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Pregnancy

70 baby names inspired by nature for your future outdoor explorer

Mother Nature-approved.

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Baby Names

These whimsical Disney baby names are climbing in popularity

New data shows that Disney-inspired monikers are on the rise. From Merida to Moana, there’s a magical baby name to suit your little one among the bunch.

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