Articles by Sophie Kihm

Sophie Kihm has been writing for Nameberry since 2015. She has contributed stories on the top 2020s names, Gen Z names, and cottagecore baby names. Sophie is Nameberry’s resident Name Guru to the Stars, where she suggests names for celebrity babies. She also manages the Nameberry Instagram and Pinterest.

Sophie Kihm's articles on names have run on People, Today, The Huffington Post, and more. She has been quoted as a name expert by The Washington Post, People, The Huffington Post, and more. You can follow her personally on Instagram or Pinterest, or contact her at sophie@nameberry.com. Sophie lives in Chicago.

Fri Mar 21 2025

Aries Baby Names Catch Fire

Aries baby names are hot hot hot! Much like the people born with an Aries sun sign, names for Aries babies possess confidence, courage, and whole lot of fire.

Mon Mar 17 2025

Double-Barrel Names: US vs. UK

Double-barrel names are on the rise! We crunched the numbers and found the most popular double-barrel names for girls and boys in the US and UK. See how the countries compare and discover uniquely-used names in each.

Thu Mar 06 2025

Middle Name Trends 2025

Once used as placeholders, middle names have become a space for creativity and individuality. Today, parents use them to add contrast, meaning, or flair — making name combinations more distinctive than ever. We analyze the top middle names and middle name trends today.

Wed Feb 19 2025

Pisces Baby Names Rise to the Surface

Pisces baby names take their main inspiration from the water. Pisces is the last of the three water signs and is represented by a pair of fish. Any name with a water-related meaning — especially if it connects to fish — is ideal for a Piscean child. Options abound, from Marina and Fisher to Nineveh and Bardo.

Sat Feb 01 2025

February Baby Names Spread the Love

February baby names are a collection filled with romantic Valentine-inspired options, historic namesake names, and names connected to February symbolism.

Mon Jan 27 2025

Baby Name Trends 2025

Baby name trends for 2025 are influenced by social media, fast fashion, and a global sensibility that extends beyond our own world. Discover 10 of our top trend forecasts for this year.

Thu Jan 23 2025

Aquarius Baby Names Hold Water

Aquarius names connect to air and water, intelligence and individualism, and notable Aquarians from history. Consult our guide to Aquarius baby names if you're expecting a little water bearer of your own!

Thu Jan 16 2025

The Most Popular Baby Names of the Future

Get out your crystal ball! We're predicting the most popular baby names of 2035. We see Top 100 shake ups, unexpected newcomers and fast-falling favorites in the future.

Fri Jan 03 2025

Each State's Unique Favorite Name on Nameberry

We crunched the numbers to find each state's quirky favorite baby name. Find out which state is into Jake and which state prefers Jinx in our exclusive analysis of the unique favorite names in each state.

Wed Jan 01 2025

January Names Feel Fresh

January baby names relate to the New Year, winter season, and symbols of the month. From popular names to the most unique, view our guide to naming January babies.