Culture8 min read
Literary Baby Names
From Austen to Tolkien, literature is one of the richest name sources parents can draw on. Here is a guided tour of names that bring their own stories with them.
1 April 2026
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Culture8 min read
Mythology Baby Names from Around the World
Greek, Norse, Egyptian, Hindu, Celtic, Japanese. A tour of mythological names that have travelled well into modern usage.
1 April 2026
Tips7 min read
How to Pick an Unusual Name Without Regret
Unusual names can be wonderful. They can also wear thin. Here is how to tell the difference before you commit.
31 March 2026
Culture7 min read
Bridgerton Baby Names
Regency glamour has revived a whole constellation of names. Here are the Bridgerton favourites, and the ones that actually wear well off-screen.
31 March 2026
Tips6 min read
Handling Negative Reactions to Your Baby Name
Someone has pulled a face, or asked if you are sure, or bluntly told you the name is wrong. Here is how to respond without letting it unsettle your decision.
31 March 2026
Tips6 min read
First and Last Name Flow
Some first names sit beautifully with the family surname, and some create friction. Here is how to test the flow without relying on gut feel alone.
30 March 2026
Tips6 min read
The Google Test
Before you commit to a name, type it into a search engine. Here is what to look for, and what the results can tell you.
29 March 2026
Tips6 min read
The Pronunciation Test
If half the people in your child's life cannot say their name correctly, that is going to matter. Here is how to test for it before you commit.
29 March 2026
Tips6 min read
Avoiding Bad Initials and Other Practical Checks
The initials go on luggage tags, school books, and monogrammed towels. A ten-minute check now saves an ongoing low-grade embarrassment.
29 March 2026
Tips7 min read
Baby Names for Double-Barrelled Surnames
If your last name is already two names long, the first name has to work a little harder. Here is what helps, and what to avoid.
28 March 2026
Tips7 min read
Hyphenated Baby Names: The rules, pros, and headaches
Mary-Kate, Jean-Luc, Rose-Marie. Hyphenated first names look elegant on paper but come with a specific set of practical considerations.
27 March 2026
Tips7 min read
Can You Change a Baby's Name After Registration?
You registered the name, took the certificate home, and now it does not feel right. Here is what is actually possible, and how the process works in different countries.
26 March 2026
Tips7 min read
Changing a Child's Name by Deed Poll
Once the birth registration is locked, a deed poll is the usual UK route. Here is how it works, what it costs, and how other countries handle the same need.
26 March 2026
Naming Trends5 min read
One-Syllable Names: The Hidden Advantages
Kai. Max. Eve. Tess. Short names get dismissed as too simple. Here is what they actually give you that longer names cannot.
25 March 2026
Naming Trends6 min read
Rising Romance-Language Names
Matteo, Elena, Margaux, Luca. Names from Italy, Spain, and France are climbing across the English-speaking world. Here is the picture.
25 March 2026
Naming Trends7 min read
What 2020s Naming Data Tells Us About 2030 Trends
The naming patterns now setting up for the next decade are visible in current birth records. Here is what the data shows.
25 March 2026
Tips7 min read
Popular vs Unique Names: The Pros, Cons, and Middle Ground
Should you choose a popular name your child will share with classmates, or something unique that stands alone? Here is an honest look at both, and the quiet middle ground most families end up in.
25 March 2026
Naming Trends7 min read
Vintage Names Past Their Peak (And What Is Replacing Them)
The vintage revival has been running for fifteen years. Some of the early movers are now saturated. Here is what is next.
24 March 2026
Naming Trends6 min read
The Rise of Three-Syllable Girl Names
Isabella. Amelia. Olivia. Seraphina. The three-syllable girl name has quietly taken over the top lists. Here is why.
23 March 2026
Naming Trends6 min read
Short Boy Names Making a Comeback
Leo, Max, Kai, Theo. After decades of long, elaborate boy names, the one and two-syllable names are returning.
23 March 2026
Naming Trends6 min read
Unisex Names That Are Actually Tipping Boy or Girl
Some unisex names are genuinely split. Others have quietly moved to one side. Here is what the current birth data actually shows.
23 March 2026
Naming Trends6 min read
The Surname-as-First-Name Trend in 2026
Parker, Kennedy, Sullivan, Emerson. The surname-as-first-name has quietly become one of the most durable trends of the decade.
23 March 2026
Culture6 min read
Scottish Naming: From Gaelic Roots to Modern Choices
Scotland has one of the oldest continuous naming traditions in Europe. Here is how it has evolved and which names are worth knowing.
22 March 2026
Culture7 min read
Hebrew Names Beyond the Obvious Choices
Hebrew naming has given the English-speaking world more names than almost any other single source. Here are some beyond the top ten.
22 March 2026