Articles by Pamela Redmond

Pamela Redmond

Pamela Redmond is the cocreator and CEO of Nameberry and Baby Name DNA. The coauthor of ten groundbreaking books on names, Redmond is an internationally-recognized baby name expert, quoted and published widely in such media outlets as the New York Times, the Wall Street Journal, The Today Show, CNN, and the BBC. She has written about baby names for The Daily Beast, The Huffington Post, and People.

Redmond is also a New York Times bestselling novelist whose books include Younger, the basis for the hit television show, and its sequel, Older. She has three new books in the works.

Onomamania: Why Are Some People Obsessed with Names?
Thu Feb 20 2025

Onomamania: Why Are Some People Obsessed with Names?

Are you an onomamaniac — that is, a name enthusiast? We developed a survey to get to the bottom of what makes us name obsessives so, well, obsessive.
How Nameberry Invented Baby Names
Fri Jan 31 2025

How Nameberry Invented Baby Names

On Shark Tank, Nameberry cofounder Pamela Redmond pitches the future of baby naming. But along with hearing about where we're going, here's where we've been, and how Nameberry invented the culture of baby names as we know it today.
Christmas Names: Ultimate Guide (and Quiz!)
Mon Dec 23 2024

Christmas Names: Ultimate Guide (and Quiz!)

Christmas names for a Yuletide baby are a great way to honor the special season of their birth. Here's our ultimate guide to the best Christmas baby names to suit every style. Plus, take our quiz to get your own new festive name!
Have We Reached Peak Charli?
Thu Oct 10 2024

Have We Reached Peak Charli?

What goes up must come down! Names like Charli and Atticus, Phoenix and Jackson — which once seemed destined for the top of the charts — have reached an apex and are now sliding in the rankings. We look at all the names that have recently passed their peaks.
Stylish Names With Staying Power
Thu Sep 05 2024

Stylish Names With Staying Power

Worried your secret sweet spot favorite is going to soar up the charts? Or that your under-the-radar pick is in danger of fading from fashion? We have the inside scoop on contemporary, stylish names that are not fluctuating in popularity.
100 Unique Unisex Names for Girls
Mon Sep 02 2024

100 Unique Unisex Names for Girls

Over a hundred unique baby girl names with a unisex feel and a lot of style.
Why Naming Your Baby Is the Most Important Decision You'll Make
Sat Aug 10 2024

Why Naming Your Baby Is the Most Important Decision You'll Make

Naming your first baby raises a lot of issues that shape your family identity for years to come. Here are the questions to ask and the issues to ponder to arrive at the best decision.
Blue Jean Baby Names Provide Comfort
Wed Aug 07 2024

Blue Jean Baby Names Provide Comfort

Some baby names are big, flashy, designer choices. And then there are the blue jean baby names: cozy, comfy, quiet, and eminently wearable in everyday life.
Ancient Names for Babies
Wed Jul 31 2024

Ancient Names for Babies

Ancient Greek and Roman baby names are rising in popularity for modern babies.
The Secret Behind Your Favorite Names
Tue Jul 30 2024

The Secret Behind Your Favorite Names

What do the names you like best have in common? It could be a combination of hard and soft consonant and vowel sounds. See if you're a Coconut, a Peach, a Banana, or a Raspberry.