Finding meaning in a name is important, but you also want your child to have something more attached to their moniker than just a definition of “brave one” or “spirited.” For an unforgettable proper noun, consider turning to the great works of talented authors. Your child will love telling people that their name was inspired by a hero or heroine of literature or, if you dare, an especially unforgettable villain.

The Social Security Administration has just released the latest list of the top given names in the US.  See who came in first and what the trends are telling about the year to come.

Graciela, Xiomara, Noelia… American names are getting weirder by the minute.   Parents are setting loose all of their creative power to topple even the oddest and most outrageous names to come up with a creation that is all their own.

Whether you're for hippie flower power or the punk style of the 80's, retro names from American cultural history and places are a great way to pay tribute to your favorite cultural era or location.

From the most recent popularity charts to the newest trends taking the world by storm, get the latest on what's hot this year.

Does "glamorous" describe your personal taste?  Find out what the stars are naming their offspring and get great great ideas for your baby, Hollywood style.

Ethan remains the most popular baby boy name in British Columbia for the sixth year in a row, and baby girl name Ava replaces the perennial favorite Emma for the second year running. 

Jack and Jill, Harry and Sally?  There is so much more to coming up with a good twin name combo than meets the eye. 

Keeping track of the current presidential campaign has become more important than ever, if only for the sole reason that it may make you a given name trend prophet.