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This mom changed her baby’s name at 18 months—and she’s not alone

Updated Mar. 13, 2025

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Celebrity baby names: A picture of Gisele Bundchen and Brittany Mahomes

Celebrity baby name trends: Thematic names that tell a story

Gisele Bündchen and Brittany Mahomes have recently highlighted how thematic naming patterns can be both personal and beautiful, setting trends for parents everywhere.

Updated Feb. 07, 2025

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25 inspiring baby names for January babies

New year, new baby.

Updated Dec. 15, 2022

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Old people baby names: An image of an elderly lady holding a smiling infant

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‘Old people baby names’ are the 2025 trend we didn’t know we needed

Move over, Kayden and Mia—here comes Walter, Mabel, and Ethel, ready to make their mark with vintage charm and a sense of history.

Updated Jan. 06, 2025

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Celeberity baby names: Images of Cameron Diaz, Gal Gadot, and Ayesha Curry

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The most unique celebrity baby names

Here’s a roundup of the most remarkable celebrity baby names.

Updated Jan. 17, 2025

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25 magical December baby names

Unique baby names for December birthdays that feel both celebratory and classic.

Updated Nov. 27, 2023

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35 spring-inspired baby names for your little flower

It's a season of rebirth and hope.

Updated Feb. 15, 2024

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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.

Updated Mar. 05, 2024

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Cute girl baby - Motherly's top picks for best baby girl names

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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.

Updated May. 24, 2022

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

Give that little bull a fitting moniker.

Updated Mar. 25, 2024

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20 April baby names that scream adventure

Like babies, April is all about new beginnings.

Updated Mar. 25, 2024

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20 June-themed baby names for your little June bug

These summer babies are super special.

Updated May. 28, 2024

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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.

Updated Apr. 22, 2024

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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.

Updated Jan. 31, 2022

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This mom changed her baby’s name at 18 months—and she’s not alone

9% of moms have experienced regret over the name they chose for their child.

Updated Mar. 13, 2025

Baby Names, Baby, Parenting, Viral & Trending

Pregnancy

Celebrity baby name trends: Thematic names that tell a story

Gisele Bündchen and Brittany Mahomes have recently highlighted how thematic naming patterns can be both personal and beautiful, setting trends for parents everywhere.

Updated Feb. 07, 2025

Pregnancy, Baby Names, Celebrity News, News

Baby Names

25 inspiring baby names for January babies

New year, new baby.

Updated Dec. 15, 2022

Baby Names, Pregnancy

Pregnancy

‘Old people baby names’ are the 2025 trend we didn’t know we needed

Move over, Kayden and Mia—here comes Walter, Mabel, and Ethel, ready to make their mark with vintage charm and a sense of history.

Updated Jan. 06, 2025

Pregnancy, Baby Names

News

The most unique celebrity baby names

Here’s a roundup of the most remarkable celebrity baby names.

Updated Jan. 17, 2025

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Baby Names

25 magical December baby names

Unique baby names for December birthdays that feel both celebratory and classic.

Updated Nov. 27, 2023

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Baby Names

The most unique baby name trends of 2024

With insights from baby name consultant Colleen Slagen, we’ve rounded up the most downright memorable baby name trends making waves right now.

Updated Nov. 26, 2024

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4 babies dressed in diapers sitting in a row

Pregnancy

Top baby names 2024: Who’s in, who’s out, and what’s trending

Let’s dive into the top baby names of 2024 and explore some interesting shifts and trends.

Updated Oct. 24, 2024

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My sister ‘stole’ my dream baby name—how do I make peace with it?

Naming your child is a huge privilege—though it’s also pretty daunting. Luckily…

Updated Oct. 17, 2024

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Son asks if he’s wrong for not changing his name despite parents’ wishes

"I told them I'm not changing my name because of their name regret."

Updated Oct. 03, 2024

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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.

Updated Sep. 06, 2024

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‘Nutella’ and other banned baby names in the US

The laws are different state by state.

Updated Aug. 14, 2024

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Pregnancy

70 baby names inspired by nature for your future outdoor explorer

Mother Nature-approved.

Updated Jul. 05, 2024

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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.

Updated Jun. 24, 2024

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