Candace combines the regal and the sweet, for a name that peaked in the 1980s – but still feels like a standout. Thanks to Amelia for suggesting our Baby Name of the Day. QUEEN In the New Testament, we learn that queens of Ethiopia answered to a specific title: Candace. It comes from the Cushitic […]
READ MORE >>Vampire Diaries Names: Elena, Alaric, and More
Vampire Diaries names come from the best-selling young adult books turned smash-hit series on The CW. While the original show ended its run in 2017, spin-off The Originals lasted until 2018, and its spin-off, Legacies, is still going strong. The third season of Legacies debuts in January 2021. That’s quite a run. But then again, […]
READ MORE >>Girl Detective Names: Nancy, Enola, and More
Girl detective names range from the traditional to the downright novel. But every one of them feels capable and smart. These dozen names come from fictional girl detectives over the last century or more. Some have appeared in movies, but most of them come from books. (Of course, quite a few have leapt from the […]
READ MORE >>Lucy: Baby Name of the Day
Lucy topped the charts one hundred years ago – and is back on top again today. Thanks to phancymama for suggesting our Baby Name of the Day. Lucy and Lucia Sometimes we dismiss Lucy as a nickname. Only it isn’t so. In medieval English, formal, Latin names co-existed with vernacular versions. Cecily evolved from Cecilia; […]
READ MORE >>Jericho: Baby Name of the Day
Jericho combines an ancient place name with a modern sound. Thanks to Jenny & Jonah for suggesting our Baby Name of the Day. On the Map Place names dot the current US popularity rankings. Just ask the parents of London or Savannah, Cairo or Camden. And this isn’t any place name. Jericho has been inhabited for […]
READ MORE >>Bellamy: Baby Name of the Day
Bellamy recently debuted in the US girls’ Top 1000. Could it be the next Avery, Isabella … or is it a little bit of both? Our Baby Name of the Day comes from this list, with thanks to Danielle for the original suggestion. Belle + Amy At first glance, this looks like a smoosh name, […]
READ MORE >>Finn: Baby Name of the Day
Finn wraps up American literature, Irish legend, and pop culture in one brief, complete package. Thanks to Kim for suggesting our Baby Name of the Day. Finn MacCool This name reads Irish, and indeed, it comes from the Gaelic Fionn mac Cumhaill. He’s a major figure in legend and lore, a warrior and commander. MacCool […]
READ MORE >>Jane: Baby Name of the Day
Jane pairs simple sophistication with a bright, strong sound. It’s hard to go wrong with this choice. Thanks to Lola for suggesting our Baby Name of the Day. John’s Sister Few names feel as classic as long-time #1 pick John. It remains broadly influential, even though it vacated the top spot long ago. We whispered […]
READ MORE >>Game of Thrones Baby Names: Ten Best
Confession: I’ve never seen a full episode of Game of Thrones. But you don’t have to be up on the many plot twists in the quest for the Iron Throne to know this: George RR Martin has created a sensational batch of Game of Thrones baby names. It’s not just Martin’s original novels, either. Some […]
READ MORE >>Duncan: Baby Name of the Day
Duncan brings to mind basketballs and doughnuts – but also Scotland and Shakespeare. Thanks to Whitney for suggesting our Baby Name of the Day. Duncan: Way Back Kings aplenty have answered to this name, as early as the 600s. An eighth century Saint Dúnchad might sometimes be recorded as Duncan, too. And then there’s King Donnchadh. […]
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