Articles by Clare Green

Clare Green

Clare Green has been writing for Nameberry since 2015, covering everything from names peaking right now to feminist baby names, and keeping up-to-date with international baby name rankings. Her work has featured in publications such as The Independent and HuffPost. Clare has a background in linguistics and librarianship, and recently completed an MA dissertation researching names in multilingual families. She lives in England with her husband and son. You can reach her at clare@nameberry.com

Arabic Names Are Going Mainstream
Thu Mar 27 2025

Arabic Names Are Going Mainstream

Arabic baby names are a huge, diverse treasure trove. Here are some of our favorites: popular options, rare Arabic names, and ones which bridge cultures.
Trending Names in the Southwest USA
Thu Mar 20 2025

Trending Names in the Southwest USA

If you know kids with these names, you might just live in the Southwestern States.
Mardi Gras Names: Let The Good Times Roll!
Mon Mar 03 2025

Mardi Gras Names: Let The Good Times Roll!

A parade of names celebrating the fun and pageantry of the New Orleans carnival, and all things Louisiana. Laissez les bons temps rouler!
Names Trending in the American West
Thu Feb 27 2025

Names Trending in the American West

Which names are more popular in the Western United State than the rest of the country? We analyzed the latest data to find stylish, quirky Western favorites.
Valentine’s Day Baby Names Mean Love
Thu Feb 13 2025

Valentine’s Day Baby Names Mean Love

Our ultimate guide to Valentine's Day names meaning love, heart, and all things sweet, plus some gems from mythology and literature. Will you choose one for your little lovebug?
Quirky Saint Names to Spice Up Your List
Fri Jan 24 2025

Quirky Saint Names to Spice Up Your List

Exploring some of the most obscure and eccentric saintly names plucked from history and legend.
Unisex Girl Names: the Past, Present, and Future
Mon Jan 20 2025

Unisex Girl Names: the Past, Present, and Future

Names like Everly, Piper and Aubrey are modern, no-frills choices that feel gender-neutral but lean more to the girls. Find out more hot names in this style, plus more that are waiting to be discovered.
The 100+ Poshest Names in Britain
Mon Jan 13 2025

The 100+ Poshest Names in Britain

"Posh" British baby names are famed for their characteristic quirk and charm. We analyze the latest Telegraph announcements to reveal the top choices that exemplify that oh-so-British blend of elegance and eccentricity.
Happy New Year Names
Tue Dec 31 2024

Happy New Year Names

A New Year’s baby is a double new beginning. Ring in the year with our guide to names celebrating dawning hope and a fresh start, plus some birthday namesakes.
Nameberry's Top Names of 2024
Thu Dec 12 2024

Nameberry's Top Names of 2024

Exclusive data analysis reveals the names most loved by our readers this year!