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October 12, 2026

20 Roaring Twenties Names Making a Comeback

Back then, booze was taboo, flappers flocked the dance floors, Model Ts ruled the roads, women won the vote and gangsters were up to no good. Welcome to the Roaring Twenties! 

There are so many things this spirited decade in American history gave us. To this day, we’re crazy for jazz age music, sleek bobs, Chanel No. 5, even crossword puzzles. And now, along with debonaire mustaches and cloche hats, we’re becoming newly enamored with the names that flappers and their fellas wore proudly in that era.


October 8, 2026

15 Unexpected Celtic Girl Names Worth Discovering

With a dash of Ainsley, Kennedy, and Brynn, and a splash of Finley and Isla, American parents have embraced names with Celtic roots. And with Liam continuing to reign among boys, it's clear that names from Ireland, Scotland, and Wales have plenty of staying power.

But there's a wealth of Celtic names beyond the familiar favorites. Some are traditional choices that have yet to catch on in the United States, while others offer unexpected alternatives to today's trends. I've gathered 15 intriguing names from Celtic languages and naming traditions, including a few that have become more familiar over the years and others that remain delightfully undiscovered.

October 7, 2026

20 Baby Names for Creative Girls and Boys

Your passion in life may be art, music, writing, crafting, acting, designing, decorating, cooking, or making really great animal shapes out of balloons, but it really doesn’t matter—all of us have a creative streak. And even if your baby isn’t the next Picasso, your little one can proudly wear a name that hints at artistic talents and an inventive spirit.

October 6, 2026

16 Creative Classic Baby Names That Start with A

When it comes to baby names, the letter A has no shortage of favorites. Amelia, Ava, Alexander, and Abigail have been charming parents for years, while names like Aurora, Asher, and Aria have brought fresh energy to the front of the alphabet.

But what if the names on your A-list are looking a little too familiar?

October 5, 2026

Baby Names Inspired by Poets

Poets are the people we dream of being. They are historians and interpreters, observers and activists, teachers and storytellers. They can shape politics, inspire masses, and spark movements. Without poets, our sense of the world would be very short-sighted. It’s no wonder that parents like to honor wordsmiths like these who enrich and explain our world.