Baby Names
Where does one even begin? Do you name your baby after a beloved family member? Do you take suggestions from friends or family? Do you look to entertainment and pop culture for inspiration? Do you look to the world — its many countries and languages and people — and try to find something that honors your heritage or ancestry? Do you just choose a random beautiful baby name that strikes you while you browse?
While there are countless baby names websites and databases to help you find the perfect name for your little one, it can all feel a little overwhelming. Trust us: We’ve been there! You could get lost for weeks — months, even — reading over name possibilities and still not even see them all.
So we thought we’d try to make finding the perfect name just a little easier for you. Here, you will find expertly-curated editorial lists of baby names for boys and girls. Whether you’re looking for baby boy names, baby girl names, or baby names inspired by, say, nature, space, or rock and roll, we’ve got you covered. Every name on our list includes information on its meaning, origin, or inspiration. After all, names are powerful, and you should be familiar with the power behind the one you choose.
Find your perfect baby name below.
Baby Name Generator
Set your terms (sex of the baby, number of letters, popularity, etc.) and then get a list of names that meet your criteria. Maybe the perfect name is just waiting to be generated for you.
Baby Names for Boys


There’s Been a Deluge of ‘Yellowstone’-Inspired Baby Names; Take a Look at the Trendiest
New parents are living their best ranch life by choosing names inspired by the hit show, ‘Yellowstone.’


NYC Health Department Releases Latest Batch of Top Baby Names
The most popular baby names given in New York City last year have finally been revealed.


The Most Regretted and Changed Baby Names
Sometimes the baby name that first lands on the birth certificate does not hold up. These are the most changed baby names today.


30 Foodie Baby Names That Go Beyond the Extremely Popular Olive, Oliver, and Olivia
Check out these saucy, spicy, and fresh foodie baby names.


100+ Whimsical Baby Names Are Big on Fun With a Touch of Mystery
Discover fanciful baby names that are as playful as they are charming.


Preppy Baby Names Buck Current Trends; Here Are 100 Great Options for Boys and Girls
These preppy baby names would be right at home at “the club.”
Choosing a name for your baby boy is no easy feat. Do you go classic and traditional? Or are you looking for something with more of a modern edge? Whatever you’re in search of, we’ve got you covered.
Perhaps you’re looking for baby boy names with Swedish origins? Check. Or maybe you’re interested in a list of Arabic boy names? Check. Maybe you aren’t looking for a location-specific baby name and instead would like to look at a list of beautiful, strong 3-syllable names for boys? We’ve got that too.
If you’re having a baby boy, you’ve come to the right place. Here you will find expertly-curated lists of baby names for boys in a variety of subcategories. Happy baby name browsing!
Baby Names for Girls


There’s Been a Deluge of ‘Yellowstone’-Inspired Baby Names; Take a Look at the Trendiest
New parents are living their best ranch life by choosing names inspired by the hit show, ‘Yellowstone.’


NYC Health Department Releases Latest Batch of Top Baby Names
The most popular baby names given in New York City last year have finally been revealed.


100 Short Unique Girl Names That Make an Impact
Uncover the best short unique girl names that pack a punch.


The Most Regretted and Changed Baby Names
Sometimes the baby name that first lands on the birth certificate does not hold up. These are the most changed baby names today.


30 Foodie Baby Names That Go Beyond the Extremely Popular Olive, Oliver, and Olivia
Check out these saucy, spicy, and fresh foodie baby names.


100+ Whimsical Baby Names Are Big on Fun With a Touch of Mystery
Discover fanciful baby names that are as playful as they are charming.
Choosing a name for a baby girl is arguably harder than choosing a name for a boy. The truth is that there are just so many more options when it comes to baby girl names. The classics. The modern classics. Classics spelled in a modern fashion. Bright and cheery spring and floral names. Fashion-inspired names. Names that used to be given almost exclusively to boys but are now more common for girls. The options go on and on.
But it doesn’t have to be so hard. Maybe you’re simply looking for baby girl names with three syllables. (The perfect amount of syllables for a name, we think!) Or maybe a classic Latin name will provide the heft and strength you are looking for. Maybe, just maybe, you want to know what the most popular baby girl names of the last decade were so that you can avoid them. Well, now you know!
If you are in search of a baby name for your girl, we think we’ll have what you’re looking for. Again, our lists always include baby name origins and meanings, so get clicking, start that list, and find the perfect one. Happy hunting!
Baby Names by Origin


40 Baby Names with Surprisingly Bizarre, Dark, or Otherwise Weird Meanings and Origins
Some names have excess baggage.


35 Viking Approved Nordic Baby Names That Bring the Hygge
Grab a helmet! Popular Nordic baby names from Sweden, Denmark, Norway, Finland, Iceland, and Greenland.


150 Spanish Girl Names
Your friendly guide to the best Spanish girl names.


101 Japanese Last Names That Work as First Names
Japanese last names are perfectly suited to serve as first names in many cases. Check out our favorites!


25 Cute Japanese Names for Boys (Attractive for Males)
We found 25 popular baby names for boys in Japan that you will love.


25 Dashing Spanish Baby Boy Names for Bilingual Parents
Discovering Spanish baby boy names is so fun! Check out our favorite picks for bilingual families!
Many parents in search of the perfect baby name turn to the world for inspiration. Where are you from; where is your family from? Names carry with them a history, and that history is often cultural. Different names are popular in different parts of the world.
Of course, you don’t need to be from a place to look to it for baby name inspiration. Perhaps your ancestors once lived in a faraway country, and you’d like to honor them with a baby name popular in their motherland. Or perhaps you traveled once to a beautiful, friendly place, where every name sounded like music to your ears. Or maybe you just want to choose a worldly name because you want your baby to grow into a worldly person.
Whatever the reason, we think our lists of baby names by country or place of origin — from Ireland to Latin America to the Middle East — will help you find the perfect pick.
Unique Baby Names for Boys and Girls


75 Attitude Names for Boys That Have the ‘It Factor’ That a Cool Baby Deserves
These attitude names for boys are almost too cool for school.


Baby Names That Mean ‘Sweet’ Are Delicious Appellations Worthy of Consideration
These names that mean ‘sweet’ are perfect for your little sweetheart.


25+ Country Music Baby Names for Boys Inspired by Legends of the Genre
Are you looking for a lyrical name for your baby boy? In this list, we turn to country music legends for inspiration!


25+ Baby Names for Girls Inspired By Country Music Stars & Songs
Country music is one of the most popular genres of music in the United States. We look to its brightest stars and classic songs for baby name inspiration!


35 Rare Gender-Neutral Names That Are on the Rise Today
Gender-neutral names are hotter than ever. That makes finding unique options a challenge. Take a look at our suggestions.


50 Free-Spirited Boho Baby Names for Girls and Boys
Check out these unique appellations to discover the most attractive Boho baby names for your newborn.
Choosing the right baby name for your little one isn’t easy, period, but if you’re looking to select something a little out-of-the-ordinary, the search can be a little more difficult. After all, it’s easy enough to find lists of the most popular, trendy baby names that are currently shooting up the charts. Often, though, parents are looking for a unique baby name. But not too unique. Just unique enough. (Goldilocks who?!) Not all of us are brave enough to choose an “Apple” or an “X Æ A-Xii” for our babies, but we also want to get a little weirder than “Emma” or “Noah.” These lists of unique baby names for boys and girls collect a range of unique (but not bizarre) baby names for boys and girls that you should consider if you want your baby’s name to look, sound, and be special.