Popular Names

Do you ever wonder what celebrities real names are? You may be surprised! Do you know Stefanie Joanne Angelina Germanotta, or Lady Gaga as she is now known?  How about Eric Marlon Bishop, also known as Jamie Foxx? Perhaps you’ve heard of Shawn Corey Carter  (Jay-Z) or Gordon Matthew Thomas Sumner (Sting). Does Caryn Elaine Johnson ring a bell? How about her stage name, Whoopie Goldberg? From Miley Cyrus to Reese Witherspoon and Tom Cruise, find out what these stars’ real names were before they changed them when moving to Hollywood.

Whether you’re Irish or not, you can give your child a lucky charm of a name inspired by St. Patrick’s Day and all things Irish. From baby names meaning “lucky,” to variations of the name Patrick and Patricia, to traditional Irish names and Popular Irish names, you are sure to find the perfect St. Patrick’s Day baby name for your girl or boy.

An Irish name is a good choice for your baby boy, but what if you're more interested in Irish names that are more unique than Aiden and Finn? If you would like to learn more about really unique Irish name, check out our collection of several Irish boy names, along with their meanings.

Irish baby names are a popular name trend for that unique and exotic sound. Are you looking for names that parents in Ireland name their baby girls and boys? From easily-recognized names, such as Daniel and Sarah, to distinctly Irish-sounding names, such as Cillian and Aoife, check out the most popular Irish baby names for girls and boys!

Celebrities continue to shock us and out-do each other by giving their offspring ridiculous names. Why do they do that? Why did Gwyneth Paltrow name her daughter Apple? What is actor Jason Lee's explanation for naming his son Pilot Inspektor? Here are a few explanations -- straight from the mouths of celebrities -- for some of the wackiest, unique and downright strange celebrity baby names.

Destination baby names are often chosen by parents who have a fond memory of a particular city or country -- or because the name sounds exotic or just plain cool. Well-known examples are London and Brooklyn, but we've found many more for you to consider, and not all of them are city or country names. As a bonus, many are suitable for both boys and girls. Check out our list of the coolest destination names for your baby!

Many baby name trends came into vogue in 2009 -- from celebrity baby names to unisex names, traditional baby names and an emergence of baby names starting or ending with certain sounds, check out the top baby names for girls and boys. Also, see the newly released list from the Social Security Administration on the top 100 baby girl names and boy names of 2009. Jacob and Isabella were the top names --see who else made the list!

Most expecting parents spend the majority of their time thinking of the perfect first name for their little one, a name that flows well with the last name, and blends in with the rest of the family. For some, the middle name can be that frustrating last minute decision that needs to be made, a name that gets skipped entirely. But for many the role of the middle name has gained importance and popularity over the years. Let us help you pick out a cool middle name to go with that rockin' first name.

The newest baby-name trendsetters are two famous families -- the Duggars and the Kardashians. You might wonder, "What do these two families have in common?" The most obvious connection between the two families is how they've used the same name theme -- the names of the kids in the family all start with the same letter! We'll let you in on some tips on how to implement this name theme in your own family.

Are you seeking a fun -- yet uncommon -- name for your little girl? Are you more attracted to names like Gia and Mara than names like Mia and Ava? We've collected the best and most unique girl names that are on the shorter side. Read on to check them out!