Nameberry in the Press
As the foremost experts on baby names, you can often find the Nameberry team quoted, interviewed, and writing for major news publications. Our latest press features are listed below in reverse chronological order.
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This Aggressive Baby Name Trend Is 'Alarming' Experts
Aggressive, weapons-inspired boy names are a noticeable trend among modern baby namers. Why do parents use them, and what do experts have to say about it? Nameberry's Editor-in-Chief Sophie Kihm speaks to HuffPost. Read more
The Controversy Over Baby Names
Nameberry co-creator Pamela Redmond speaks to the Atlantic about the rise of culturally specific baby names and the forces behind them. Read more
You stole my baby name!
Americans are fascinated by baby name theft — and the turmoil that ensues. Sophie Kihm, Nameberry's Editor-in-Chief shares advice and client anecdotes with The Washington Post. Read more
The Baby Name Game w/ Sophie Kihm
Nameberry's Editor-in-Chief joins Nymphet Alumni for a discussion on baby name influencers (historical and modern), baby name snark threads, contemporary naming criteria, and more. Listen here
The Top 10 Baby Name Trends For 2025
Which names will be trending in 2025? HuffPost shares Nameberry's predictions for the top baby name trends of the year. Read more
A naming expert said parents choosing 2025 baby names are going for names they like, with fewer worries about tradition
Business Insider spoke to Nameberry's Editor-in-Chief Sophie Kihm about how parents are thinking of baby names in 2025, and the trends that will influence them. Read more
The baby names to watch as Gen Alpha shifts to Beta
Which names are expected to be trending as Gen Beta begins in 2025? Nameberry Editor-in-Chief Sophie Kihm speaks to GMA about what's ahead for the latest generation. Read more
Top 10 Baby Name Trends for 2025 Revealed — and One of Them Is Inspired by Crocs
PEOPLE reports on Nameberry's top baby name trends of 2025, including Croc Names (really!). Read more
The latest list of top US baby names has a few surprises
Mateo in the Top 10, social media-inspired baby names, and one wild word name — Nameberry Editor-in-Chief Sophie Kihm shares the biggest 2023 data surprises with CNN. Read more
These Are America's Fastest Rising Baby Names
Nameberry creator Pamela Redmond gives context to the fastest-rising and Top 10 baby names of 2023. Read more
Parents are hiring TikTok influencer consultants to find baby names
Nameberry Editor-in-Chief Sophie Kihm speaks to Axios about the rising popularity of TikTok baby name consultants. Read more
Middle Names Reveal More Than You Think
For many of us, middle names are a benign secret. But Nameberry Editor-in-Chief Sophie Kihm shares how today's parents are imbuing greater meaning into their children's middle names. Read more
The Great Name Awakening: Inside the Audacious, Lucrative World of Baby Naming
The modern pressure to choose a rare — even one-of-a-kind — baby name has some parents turning to professionals to help. Sophie Kihm speaks to Philadelphia Magazine about the business of baby naming. Read more
From Bill to Michael, why Mr Haley switched names
Presidential candidate Nikki Haley's husband changed his name from Bill to Michael. What's behind such a switch? Nameberry's Sophie Kihm talks to the BBC. Read more
What baby naming trends tell us about our culture
What do names and naming trends tell us about our culture? How is America’s penchant for individualism on display in the choices around what and what not we call ourselves and those who come after us? Nameberry co-creator Pamela Redmond joins the conversation on 1A. Listen to the episode
Did She Guess Our Baby's Name?
Nameberry's Editor-in-Chief and Name Guru to the Stars, Sophie Kihm, joins influencer couple Shawn Johnson and Andrew East to discuss predictions for their third baby's name. Watch the episode
Experts Shared How Politics Has Influenced Baby Name Trends — And It's Revealing
HuffPost speaks to Nameberry Editor-in-Chief Sophie Kihm about how politics has influenced baby names throughout history and today. Read more
Baby names skyrocketing in popularity experts 'never saw coming' - including 'Chosen'
Nameberry Editor-in-Chief Sophie Kihm speaks to the Mirror about the most unexpected names rising in popularity. Read more
9 Baby Name Trends To Look Out For This Year
HuffPost profiles nine baby name trends set to rise in 2024, with input from Nameberry. Read more
Bill Wambsganss Was Many Things. But He Wasn’t a ‘Succession’ Spoiler.
The New York Times reports on Nameberry's correct theory about the finale of Succession, involving 1920s baseball player Bill Wambsganss. Read more
Travis Barker’s chosen baby name is ‘way more Kardashian’ than Kourtney’s older kids & bucks current trends, experts say
Kourtney Kardashian and Travis Barker's baby name, Rocky Thirteen, is the perfect choice to add to the Kardashian cousin line up. Nameberry Editor-in-Chief Sophie Kihm shares her thoughts. Read more
Experts reveals the baby names that are close to extinction: Say goodbye to Meg, Pam, Bob and Deb
The headlines may say that names like Gary and Nigel are extinct, but those are not the choices in danger. 9Honey shares Nameberry's analysis on the names really going extinct. Read more
These will be the most popular baby names of the future, according to experts
Which names will rise to the top of the charts in 2050? Cosmopolitan reports on Nameberry's expert predictions. Read more
Goodbye Linda, hello Liam! How do names go extinct – and get reborn?
Why do names go out of fashion, and what brings them back? Nameberry CEO Pamela Redmond speaks to The Guardian about the unspoken rules of baby naming. Read more
The ‘Barbie’ Movie Is A Massive PR Victory For Mattel, And Baby Names Prove It
The Barbie movie successfully rebranded the doll as a feminist icon, and now, parents are willing to reconsider her name. Read more
What Happens If... You Hate Your Child's Name?
What should you do if you have baby name regret? The Huffington Post shares advice from Nameberry. Read more
Succession's Craziest Finale Theory Actually Came True
The Succession finale — involving an obscure baseball moment from over a century ago — was accurately predicted by Nameberry. Esquire reports. Read more
Meet Baby Dutton. The ‘Yellowstone’ Effect Extends to Boy Names
Nameberry Editor-in-Chief Sophie Kihm talks to the Wall Street Journal about the fastest-rising names of 2022 — Yellowstone choices Dutton and Kayce, along with trendy respellings Jream and Jrue. Read more
From ‘Alma’ to ‘Zuri,’ Parents Are Looking for Positive Baby Names
The coronavirus pandemic changed the way parents think about baby names. Names with positive and protective meanings are now a high priority on many parents' lists — Pamela Redmond explains the shift in name choice. Read more
How to choose a baby name you won’t come to regret
Nameberry CEO Pamela Redmond speaks to The Times about avoiding baby name regret. Read more
Here's What You Should Consider Before Choosing the Perfect Baby Name
Choosing a baby name is the most important decision that will define your new family. Your child's name represents your values, beliefs, and personal identity, all of which should be considered before choosing The One. Nameberry's Pamela Redmond reveals the questions you should ask yourself and your partner during the baby name process. Read more
The Baby Names That Defined the Decade
Which baby names defined the 2010s? Nameberry's Pamela Redmond reveals the top ten trends that shaped baby names over the past decade. Read more