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The Baby Names PodcastTori Kelly, Tim Tebow and more!Kate Fann reviews the top celebrity baby news this week! For up to the minute celebrity baby news go to our Celebrity Baby Blog.Celebrity Baby News is a production of The Baby Names Podcast and BabyNames.com.Make sure you subscribe so you don't miss an episode! Want to chat all about names and celebs? Join our Facebook Group: https://facebook.com/groups/babynamespodcastThe Baby Names Podcast is a production of BabyNames.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-07-1102 minThe Baby Names PodcastJosh Peck's 3rd Baby and more!Kate Fann reviews the top celebrity baby news this week! For up to the minute celebrity baby news go to our Celebrity Baby Blog.Celebrity Baby News is a production of The Baby Names Podcast and BabyNames.com.Make sure you subscribe so you don't miss an episode! Want to chat all about names and celebs? Join our Facebook Group: https://facebook.com/groups/babynamespodcastThe Baby Names Podcast is a production of BabyNames.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-07-0501 minThe Baby Names PodcastKate Upton, Cooper Alan & more!Kate Fann reviews the top celebrity baby news this week! For up to the minute celebrity baby news go to our Celebrity Baby Blog.Celebrity Baby News is a production of The Baby Names Podcast and BabyNames.com.Make sure you subscribe so you don't miss an episode! Want to chat all about names and celebs? Join our Facebook Group: https://facebook.com/groups/babynamespodcastThe Baby Names Podcast is a production of BabyNames.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-06-2702 minThe Baby Names PodcastMegan Fox's new Baby Name, Kelsey Grammer's 8th, and more!Kate Fann reviews the top celebrity baby news this week! For up to the minute celebrity baby news go to our Celebrity Baby Blog.Celebrity Baby News is a production of The Baby Names Podcast and BabyNames.com.Make sure you subscribe so you don't miss an episode! Want to chat all about names and celebs? Join our Facebook Group: https://facebook.com/groups/babynamespodcastThe Baby Names Podcast is a production of BabyNames.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-06-2003 minThe Baby Names PodcastCardi B's Baby Name, Tom Hiddleston & More!Kate Fann reviews the top celebrity baby news this week! For up to the minute celebrity baby news go to our Celebrity Baby Blog.Celebrity Baby News is a production of The Baby Names Podcast and BabyNames.com.Make sure you subscribe so you don't miss an episode! Want to chat all about names and celebs? Join our Facebook Group: https://facebook.com/groups/babynamespodcastThe Baby Names Podcast is a production of BabyNames.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-06-1304 minThe Baby Names PodcastSaoirse Ronan's 1st, Jimmy Kimmel's a Grampa & More!Kate Fann reviews the top celebrity baby news this week! For up to the minute celebrity baby news go to our Celebrity Baby Blog.Celebrity Baby News is a production of The Baby Names Podcast and BabyNames.com.Make sure you subscribe so you don't miss an episode! Want to chat all about names and celebs? Join our Facebook Group: https://facebook.com/groups/babynamespodcastThe Baby Names Podcast is a production of BabyNames.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-05-2302 minThe Baby Names PodcastAmber Heard's twins, Tiffany Trump & More!Kate Fann reviews the top celebrity baby news this week! For up to the minute celebrity baby news go to our Celebrity Baby Blog.Celebrity Baby News is a production of The Baby Names Podcast and BabyNames.com.Make sure you subscribe so you don't miss an episode! Want to chat all about names and celebs? Join our Facebook Group: https://facebook.com/groups/babynamespodcastThe Baby Names Podcast is a production of BabyNames.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-05-1601 minThe Baby Names PodcastRihanna's Announcement, Trisha Paytas and more!Kate Fann reviews the top celebrity baby news this week! For up to the minute celebrity baby news go to our Celebrity Baby Blog.Celebrity Baby News is a production of The Baby Names Podcast and BabyNames.com.Make sure you subscribe so you don't miss an episode! Want to chat all about names and celebs? Join our Facebook Group: https://facebook.com/groups/babynamespodcastThe Baby Names Podcast is a production of BabyNames.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-05-0901 minThe Baby Names PodcastRupert Grint's New Little One, Lele Pons & More!Kate Fann reviews the top celebrity baby news this week! For up to the minute celebrity baby news go to our Celebrity Baby Blog.Celebrity Baby News is a production of The Baby Names Podcast and BabyNames.com.Make sure you subscribe so you don't miss an episode! Want to chat all about names and celebs? Join our Facebook Group: https://facebook.com/groups/babynamespodcastThe Baby Names Podcast is a production of BabyNames.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-05-0202 minThe Baby Names PodcastPenn Badgley expecting Twins and More!Kate Fann reviews the top celebrity baby news this week! For up to the minute celebrity baby news go to our Celebrity Baby Blog.Celebrity Baby News is a production of The Baby Names Podcast and BabyNames.com.Make sure you subscribe so you don't miss an episode! Want to chat all about names and celebs? Join our Facebook Group: https://facebook.com/groups/babynamespodcastThe Baby Names Podcast is a production of BabyNames.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-04-2501 minThe Baby Names PodcastAdrian Grenier, Elon Musk's Baby Name & More!Kate Fann reviews the top celebrity baby news this week! For up to the minute celebrity baby news go to our Celebrity Baby Blog.Celebrity Baby News is a production of The Baby Names Podcast and BabyNames.com.Make sure you subscribe so you don't miss an episode! Want to chat all about names and celebs? Join our Facebook Group: https://facebook.com/groups/babynamespodcastThe Baby Names Podcast is a production of BabyNames.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-04-1802 minThe Baby Names PodcastTiffany Trump, Miss Rachel and More!Kate Fann reviews the top celebrity baby news this week! For up to the minute celebrity baby news go to our Celebrity Baby Blog.Celebrity Baby News is a production of The Baby Names Podcast and BabyNames.com.Make sure you subscribe so you don't miss an episode! Want to chat all about names and celebs? Join our Facebook Group: https://facebook.com/groups/babynamespodcastThe Baby Names Podcast is a production of BabyNames.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-04-1102 minThe Baby Names PodcastEminem's a Grandpa, A Handmaid's Baby and more! Kate Fann reviews the top celebrity baby news this week! For up to the minute celebrity baby news go to our Celebrity Baby Blog.Celebrity Baby News is a production of The Baby Names Podcast and BabyNames.com.Make sure you subscribe so you don't miss an episode! Want to chat all about names and celebs? Join our Facebook Group: https://facebook.com/groups/babynamespodcastThe Baby Names Podcast is a production of BabyNames.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-04-0403 minThe Baby Names PodcastMegan Fox's 4th - It's a GIRL! And more Celeb Baby NewsKate Fann reviews the top celebrity baby news this week! For up to the minute celebrity baby news go to our Celebrity Baby Blog.Celebrity Baby News is a production of The Baby Names Podcast and BabyNames.com.Make sure you subscribe so you don't miss an episode! Want to chat all about names and celebs? Join our Facebook Group: https://facebook.com/groups/babynamespodcastThe Baby Names Podcast is a production of BabyNames.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-03-2801 minThe Baby Names PodcastKarlie Kloss, Billy Corgin & More!Kate Fann reviews the top celebrity baby news this week! For up to the minute celebrity baby news go to our Celebrity Baby Blog.Celebrity Baby News is a production of The Baby Names Podcast and BabyNames.com.Make sure you subscribe so you don't miss an episode! Want to chat all about names and celebs? Join our Facebook Group: https://facebook.com/groups/babynamespodcastThe Baby Names Podcast is a production of BabyNames.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-03-2102 minThe Baby Names PodcastPenn Badgley's new Love, Elon's 14th child and more!Kate Fann reviews the top celebrity baby news this week! For up to the minute celebrity baby news go to our Celebrity Baby Blog.Celebrity Baby News is a production of The Baby Names Podcast and BabyNames.com.Make sure you subscribe so you don't miss an episode! Want to chat all about names and celebs? Join our Facebook Group: https://facebook.com/groups/babynamespodcastThe Baby Names Podcast is a production of BabyNames.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-03-1403 minThe Baby Names PodcastElle King, Sammy Sweetheart & More!Kate Fann reviews the top celebrity baby news this week! For up to the minute celebrity baby news go to our Celebrity Baby Blog.Celebrity Baby News is a production of The Baby Names Podcast and BabyNames.com.Make sure you subscribe so you don't miss an episode! Want to chat all about names and celebs? Join our Facebook Group: https://facebook.com/groups/babynamespodcastThe Baby Names Podcast is a production of BabyNames.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-02-2801 minThe Baby Names PodcastElon Musk's 13th Baby, Cassie Ventura & More!Kate Fann reviews the top celebrity baby news this week! For up to the minute celebrity baby news go to our Celebrity Baby Blog.Celebrity Baby News is a production of The Baby Names Podcast and BabyNames.com.Make sure you subscribe so you don't miss an episode! Want to chat all about names and celebs? Join our Facebook Group: https://facebook.com/groups/babynamespodcastThe Baby Names Podcast is a production of BabyNames.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-02-2102 minThe Baby Names PodcastJackie Cruz, Tia Booth and more!Kate Fann reviews the top celebrity baby news this week! For up to the minute celebrity baby news go to our Celebrity Baby Blog.Celebrity Baby News is a production of The Baby Names Podcast and BabyNames.com.Make sure you subscribe so you don't miss an episode! Want to chat all about names and celebs? Join our Facebook Group: https://facebook.com/groups/babynamespodcastThe Baby Names Podcast is a production of BabyNames.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-02-1401 minThe Baby Names PodcastMilo V's first, Lily Collins and more!Kate Fann reviews the top celebrity baby news this week! For up to the minute celebrity baby news go to our Celebrity Baby Blog.Celebrity Baby News is a production of The Baby Names Podcast and BabyNames.com.Make sure you subscribe so you don't miss an episode! Want to chat all about names and celebs? Join our Facebook Group: https://facebook.com/groups/babynamespodcastThe Baby Names Podcast is a production of BabyNames.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-02-0702 minThe Baby Names PodcastBest and Worst Celebrity Baby Names of 2024Celebrity Baby Blogger Kate Fann joins Jennifer and Mallory to go over all the celebrity baby names of the year and choose the BEST and WORST choices. Keep up on the latest Celebrity Baby News at https://BabyNames.com/blogsThe Baby Names podcast is a production of BabyNames.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2024-12-3142 minThe Baby Names PodcastTop Baby Names of 2024Jennifer and Mallory discuss the top baby names of 2024 as calculated from our members' favorite name lists for the past year. We also review the top MIDDLE names of 2024.Check out the full list here: https://babynames.com/names/popularTransgender Naming Survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/transnamingThe Baby Names podcast is a production of BabyNames.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2024-12-1636 minThe Baby Names PodcastU.S. Social Security Baby Names 2023Jennifer and Mallory review the top 1000 birth names in the United States, according to the Social Security office of the actuary. Note that the Social Security office does not combine the stats for alternate spellings of the same name, such as Aidan and Aiden.Top 10 U.S. Baby Names:Liam & OliviaNoah & EmmaOliver & CharlotteJames & AmeliaElijah & SophiaMateo & MiaTheodore & IsabellaHenry & AvaLucas & EvelynWilliam & LunaView the full list of 1000 top baby names in the United States for 2023.The Baby Names Podcast is a production of BabyNames.com. Have feedback? Write us at...
2024-05-1331 minThe Baby Names PodcastBest and Worst Celebrity Baby Names of 2023Jennifer and Mallory are joined by Kate Fann, the BabyNames.com celebrity baby blogger, to discuss all the celebrity baby names of 2023. We pick out the names that stood out to each of us and name the all time best and worst name of the year.Names included in this episode: Atlas, Benson, Belle, Haven, Forrest, Techno Mechanicus, Spider, Iceland...and more!View the full list of Celebrity Baby Names of 2023 while you listen!Want to discuss? Join us in our Facebook Group: https://facebook.com/groups/babynamespodcast
2023-12-3044 minThe Baby Names PodcastTop Baby Names of 2023Episode 102 - Mallory and Jennifer review the top names of 2023, as compiled from our users' favorite name lists. We comment on the top 20 names, pick out our faves from the top 100, and interesting names catching our attention from the top 1,000. We also reveal the top middle names of 2023!Check out the full list of the Top 100 Baby Names of 2023.Join us to discuss this or any other episode in our Facebook Group.Have a question? Email us! At podcast@babynames.com.The Baby Names podcast is a...
2023-12-0531 minThe Baby Names PodcastRoyal NamesJennifer and Mallory celebrate their 100th episode with Royal Names. Joining us is special guest Amanda Matta, TikTok's #1 Royal commentator! We discuss the British Royal Family names and naming trends, along with French, Slavic, Persian, African, Japanese and Chinese royal names.Names mentioned in this episode:Nuria, Mecca, Tobert, Eugenie, Zara, Diana, Isabeau, Antoinette, Kirill, Anastasia, Cassander, Darius, Amina, Hideyoshi, Michiko ...and more!Follow Amanda on TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@matta_of_factFollow Amanda on Instagram: https://instagram.com/matta_of_factFollow BabyNames on TikTok...
2023-09-1245 minThe Baby Names PodcastWhen Names Go BadJennifer and Mallory discuss the concept of having a name, or using a name for a child, and then something happens to affect that name!Names mentioned in this episode: Danessa, Amandine, Jadin, Khaleesi, Renesmee, Atticus, Corona, Pim, and more!The Baby Names Podcast is a production of BabyNames.com. Have a question for Jennifer and Mallory? Write us at podcast@babynames.com.Join our Facebook group to chat with us about names and naming. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2023-07-1826 minThe Baby Names PodcastThis Not That 2023Episode 96 - Jennifer and Mallory give unique alternative suggestions to the top 10 baby names in the United States:LIAM, OLIVIA, NOAH, EMMA, OLIVER, CHARLOTTE, JAMES, AMELIA, ELIJAH, SOPHIA, WILLIAM, ISABELLA, HENRY, AVA, LUCAS, MIA, BENJAMIN, EVELYN, THEODORE, and LUNA.The Baby Names Podcast is a production of BabyNames.com.Have a question about names or naming? Email Jennifer & Mallory at podcast@babynames.com.Join our Facebook group to talk all about names and naming! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more i...
2023-06-1440 minThe Baby Names PodcastU.S. Social Security Baby Names 2022Jennifer and Mallory discuss the Top Names in the United States for 2022 as published by the U.S. Social Security office of the actuary. Top 20, interesting names from the rest of the charts, and the fastest risers!Names mentioned in this episode: Salma, Letlhogonolo, Liam, Olivia, Thiago, Sterling, Giselle, Arleth, Parker, Fisher, Ximena, Itzel, Londyn, Khaleesi, Gia, and more!The Baby Names Podcast is a production of BabyNames.com.Have a question about names or naming? Email Jennifer & Mallory at podcast@babynames.com.Join our Facebook group...
2023-05-2342 minThe Baby Names PodcastTop Name Searches on BabyNames.comJennifer and Mallory review the top meanings searched on BabyNames.com, top name searches and the top names not found on the site.Names mentioned in this episode: Kaeli, Xiomara, Kennedy, Wolf, Aire, Koda, Messi, Audrey, Phoenix, and more!The Baby Names Podcast is a production of BabyNames.com. Have questions? Write us! At podcast@babynames.com. To join the conversation join our facebook group: https://facebook.com/groups/babynamespodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2023-03-1426 minThe Baby Names PodcastMiddle Names - Part 2Sisters Jennifer and Mallory go over the BabyNames.com middle name survey results and give advice on how to choose a great middle name. Also - the latest celebrity baby news and letters from our listeners!Names mentioned in this episode: Kalena, Jeneth, Artemis, Estee, Pearl, Wren, Larry, Amoré, Micah, Zara, and more!The Baby Names Podcast is a production of BabyNames.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2022-11-0829 minThe Baby Names PodcastName PronunciationAll about name pronunciation. Is there a proper pronunciation of a name or is it relative? Jennifer and Mallory talk about how pronunciation can be geographic and ethnographic, and how mispronuncing names can be egregious and a form of aggression. We also read name stories from our fans on Reddit and Facebook, report on the current celebrity baby news and take letters from our listeners.Names mentioned in this episode: Lupine, Zennifer, Megan, Dana, Miranda, Jaime, Lana, Cecily, Maisie, and more!Do you have a question for Jennifer and Mallory? Email us at p...
2022-08-1628 minThe Baby Names Podcast2022 Baby Name Trends we HATEEpisode 82 – Jennifer and Mallory take turns discussing 2022 baby name trends that they absolutely do not like. We also report on the latest celebrity baby news and take questions from our listeners!Names mentioned in this episode: Terenia, Yuri, Abrielle, Chaos, Bravely, Lucifer, Baby, Otis, Lautner, Maisie and more!Want to chat with Jennifer and Mallory and other name enthusiasts? Join our Facebook Group.Have a question for Jennifer and Mallory? Email us at podcast@babynames.com.The Baby Names Podcast is a production of BabyNames.com.
2022-02-1534 minThe Baby Names PodcastName Bites: Carlton & MarvaIn this Name Bites, Jennifer and Mallory pick names of educators Carlton Moody and Marva Collins. Carlton Moody was our vice principal at Martin Luther King Jr. Laboratory School in Evanston Illinois. He was a beloved role model for many students during his tenure at the experimental school, and still interacts with them today! Marva Collins opened her own private school for the lower-income families in the inner city of Chicago.Jennifer and Mallory deep-dive into each name, its meaning, and popularity over time.Have a name you'd like us to cover? Email...
2022-02-0210 min
The James Inc PodcastBaby Names with Jennifer Moss of BabyNames.comIn this fantastic episode, we talk with Jennifer Moss of BabyNames.com, the BabyNames.com Podcast and the author of the Baby Names Workbook. Jennifer walks us through the waves of baby name changes, whats in now, whats out now, and what certain names mean.Check her out at the links below:https://babynames.com/https://babynames.com/podcast/
2022-01-2034 minThe Baby Names PodcastHow the Internet Changed Baby NamingEpisode 81 - Jennifer and Miranda (standing in for Mal) discuss baby naming before and after the public Internet, and how online culture has changed baby naming in many ways! We also report on the latest celebrity baby news and take questions from our listeners.Names mentioned in this episode: Amandine, Mabel, Jennifer, Elvis, Kalista, Kashton, Cleopatra... and more!References:U.S. Social Security Baby Names StatsBruce Lansky's Baby Names BooksHowManyofMe.comAustin Delivery Driver Stabbed in a Fight (Lucifer Devil Divinitas)...
2022-01-1825 minThe Baby Names PodcastBest/Worst Celebrity Baby Names of 2021Jennifer and Mallory welcome Celebrity Baby Blogger Kate Fann to review our choices for the best and (not so best) celebrity baby names of 2021.Names mentioned in this episode: Lilibet, Harlow, Cleopatra, Arrow, Archer, Grace, Sloane, Chance, Maisy, Jupiter, Row, Lux, Prince... and more!View the Full List of Celebrity Baby Names of 2021.Stay tuned for Season 5 of The Baby Names Podcast, premiering in January of 2022.Have a question for Jennifer & Mallory? Email us at podcast@babynames.com.The Baby Names Podcast is a production...
2021-12-2921 minThe Baby Names PodcastName Bites: Madison and KirkIn our between-the-episodes Name Bites, Jennifer and Mallory each deep dive into one name and review its meaning, origin, namesakes, and popularity.This Name Bite's theme is SURNAMES! In this episode, we cover the names Madison and Kirk.If you want to submit a theme for Name Bites, email us at podcast@babynames.com.The Baby Names Podcast is a production of BabyNames.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2021-11-2308 minThe Baby Names PodcastItalian NamesJennifer & Mallory talk about how many culturally Italian names are hitting the U.S. baby names charts, go over the top names in Italy, predict some new and unique Italian baby names for 2022, and names of Italian celebs! So break out the good Chianti and listen, as we also report on recent celebrity baby news and take questions from our listeners!Names mentioned in this episode: Aucoin (French), Zelda (German), Isabella, Gianna, Luna, Milo, Leonardo, Enzo, Andrea, Rafaelo, Rocco, Serafina, Chiara... and many, many, more!Have a question for Jennifer and Mallory? Write...
2021-11-0936 minThe Baby Names PodcastName Bites: Sian and MamoruIn our between-the-episodes Name Bites, Jennifer and Mallory each deep dive into one name and review its meaning, origin, namesakes, and popularity.The theme for this episode is ASTRONAUTS! In this episode, we cover the female Welsh name Sian in honor of Sian Proctor, and the Japanese name Mamoru in honor of Mamoru "Mark" Mohri.If you want to submit a theme for Name Bites, email us at podcast@babynames.com.The Baby Names Podcast is a production of BabyNames.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy...
2021-10-1905 minThe Baby Names PodcastNames from the Art WorldSisters Jennifer and Mallory Moss curate a list of iconic artist names that would work as baby names today, and tell some stories behind the names.Names mentioned in this episode: Turlough, Corbin, Conrad, Orpah, Degas, August, Chagall, Klee, Rembrandt, Salvadore, Rockwell, Wyeth, Frida, Diego, Michelangelo, Julia, Harriet, Hugo...and more!Have a question for Jennifer and Mallory? Email us at podcast@babynames.com.Don't forget to subscribe on your favorite podcast player, so you don't miss an episode. And join us in our Facebook Group to talk about the...
2021-10-0532 minThe Baby Names PodcastName Bites: Jolyon and CelestineIn a new addition to our podcast, we present our third installment of Name Bites! Jennifer and Mallory each pick a name to present and discuss its origin, history, popularity, and namesakes.Names mentioned in this episode: Jolyon and Celestine.Have a name you want us to cover? Write us at podcast@babynames.com.Join us in our Facebook groups:The Baby Names PodcastCelebrity Baby NewsThe Baby Names Podcast is a production of BabyNames.com. Hosted on Acast. See...
2021-09-2108 minThe Baby Names PodcastTop Names from Around the WorldJennifer and Mallory review and analyze the top 5 names from 40 countries around the world: Australia, Austria, Azerbaijan, Belgium, Brazil, Canada, Chile, China, Croatia, Czechia, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Iceland, India, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Japan, Luxembourg, Mexico, The Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Philippines, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Russia Federation, Saudi Arabia, Seychelles, South Africa, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Turkey, UK, and the United States. We also report on the current celebrity baby news and take questions from our listeners!Names mentioned in this episode: Dumaresq, Lucky, Liam, Maverick, Keaton, Cosmo, Rillian, Julia, Ottilie, Emerson, and more!
2021-09-0741 minThe Baby Names PodcastName Bites: Leo and LavenderIn a new addition to our podcast, we present our second installment of Name Bites! Jennifer and Mallory each pick a name to present and discuss its origin, history, popularity, and namesakes.Names mentioned in this episode: Leo and LavenderHave a name you want us to cover? Write us at podcast@babynames.com. To chat with Jennifer, Mallory, and other name enthusiasts, join our Facebook Group!The Baby Names Podcast is a production of BabyNames.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2021-08-1709 min
Birth With PowerEp126: Choosing Your Baby’s Name with Jennifer Moss of BabyNames.comThis is a really fun episode all about choosing your baby’s name. Jennifer Moss is the founder & CEO of BabyNames.com, author of The Baby Names workbook, and co-host of The Baby Names podcast with her sister Mallory. In the past 25 years since the launch of BabyNames.com Jennifer has worked with thousands of parents to find their perfect name, and has been featured on CNN, The Today Show, The List, and in hundreds of top media outlets as the go-to expert on names and naming. BabyNames.com is the #1 names site with over 2 million visitors a month....
2021-08-0331 minThe Baby Names PodcastName Bites: Lilibet and RomanIn a new addition to our podcast, we present our first installment of Name Bites! Jennifer and Mallory each pick a name to present and discuss its origin, history, popularity, and namesakes.Names mentioned in this episode: Lilibet, Elizabeth, RomanHave a name you want us to cover? Write us at podcast@babynames.com. To chat with Jennifer, Mallory, and other name enthusiasts, join our Facebook Group!The Baby Names Podcast is a production of BabyNames.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2021-07-2010 minThe Baby Names PodcastOlympic NamesEpisode 74 - In honor of the 2021 Summer Olympics in Tokyo, we're reviewing names from the U.S. Olympic team, past and present. We also review the current celebrity baby news and take two fun questions from our listeners.Names mentioned in this episode: Seim, Tino, Sky, Usain, Olympia, Olga, Nadia, Tennys, Napheesa, Evy, Nevin, Coryn, Francesca, Evita, Yul, Sakura, Genevra, Cheta, Tierna...and more!______Full U.S. Olympic Roster: https://babynames.com/blogs/names/us-olympic-team-20212021 Olympics Schedule: https://www.nbcolympics.com/full-scheduleStory of Seim: https://www.tiktok.com...
2021-07-0625 min
The Hormonal MamaWhat's in a Name? - with babynames.com founder: Jennifer MossToday on the show, I'm talking with babynames.com founder, Jennifer Moss. Founded in 1996, babynames.com has grown to be the #1 baby-naming website. With 25 years in the baby naming business, Jennifer has been featured as a name expert on CNN, MSNBC, ESPN, The New York Times, The Associated Press, and many more! Today we're talking about current baby naming trends, her passion behind names, her thoughts on nicknames, and of course who she'd invite to her dream dinner party.
Learn more about names, their meanings, The Baby Names Podcast, and so much more by visiting, www.babynames.com...
2021-06-2139 minThe Baby Names PodcastJewish Names and the HolocaustPart 1 of a two-part series on Jewish names and identity. Jennifer and Mallory speak with sociolinguist Dr. Iman M. Nick, author of Personal Names, Hitler, and The Holocaust: A Socio-onomastic Study of Genocide and Nazi Germany. Dr. Nick is president of the Germanic Society for Forensic Linguistics, and the Editor-in-Chief of NAMES, the scientific journal of the American Name Society.Listener discretion is advised: this episode covers topics of violence, racism, and genocide.Names mentioned in this episode: Loma, Télesphore, Eaton, Abraham, Cohen, Yaniv, Caleb, Ethan, Stanley, Kaladin, and more!P...
2021-06-0853 minThe Baby Names PodcastU.S. Social Security Baby Names 2020Jennifer and Mallory discuss the top names on the U.S. Social Security baby names list, surprises on the list, and baby names we've spotted on the list! We also report on the latest celebrity baby news and take name questions from our listeners.Names mentioned in this episode: Maverick, Seven, Sekani, Jimmy, Marks, Liam, Olivia, Kobe, Gianna, Lincoln, Jaxon, Rhett, Clyde, Anakin, Nevaeh, Kaison, Rocky, Mazikeen, Shiloh, Koala, Leva...and more!Have a question for Jennifer and Mallory? Write us at podcast@babynames.com.________________Sources for this show:
2021-05-1139 minThe Baby Names PodcastVirtue and Expectation NamesJennifer and Mallory discuss the new/old trend of giving babies "Expectation Names" names that imply an expectation on the child, a quality of their character, behavior, or success. Is it fair to give your child an Expectation Name? The answer is not so simple. We also report on the current celebrity baby news, the American Name Society Names of the Year, and take your questions on names and naming.Names mentioned in this episode: Lena, Corbin, Humility, Tace, Abstinence, Chastity, Faith, Hope, Keep-the-Faith, Loyal, Royal, Justice, Maverick, Tequila, Ryker, Harley, Sincere, Legend, Messiah, and more!
2021-04-1342 minThe Baby Names PodcastChicago-Inspired Baby NamesChicago natives Jennifer Moss and Mallory Moss discuss a vast list of Chicago-inspired baby names for parents who want to honor the Windy City. We also report on the latest celebrity baby news and take letters from our listeners.Names mentioned in this episode: Dorothy, Tad, Devery, Addison, Clark, Barack, Lake, Palmer, Astor, Daley, Grant, Lincoln... and more!View the FULL list of Chicago-Inspired baby namesRead Jennifer's series of Mysteries with a Metaphysical twist set in Chicago, starting with Town Red!And here's that book, Streetwise...
2021-03-0935 minThe Baby Names PodcastThis Not That - 2021Jennifer and Mallory discuss less-popular alternatives to the top 10 boys and girls names on the BabyNames.com charts. We also discuss highlights from our celebrity baby news, and take name questions from our listeners!Names mentioned in this episode: Laure, Gilles, Karenina, Rosemary, Sigfried, Oleander Lachlan, Eitan, Antoine, Colm, Garrett, Cicely, Odette, Aline, Vignette, Livandra, Ayla, Azriela... and more!We mentioned this article: The 1000 most popular surnames in the U.S.Have feedback about this episode? Join our Facebook group to discuss or write us at podcast@babynames.com.
2021-02-0937 minThe Baby Names PodcastBehind the Scenes @BabyNames.comIn this minisode, BabyNames.com founder Jennifer Moss talks about the history of the website, how she and her sister Mallory started The Baby Names Podcast, and what's in store for 2021.BabyNames.com was founded in 1996 and is celebrating our 25th year online. Season 4 of The Baby Names Podcast will begin in February of 2021.Have a question for Jennifer and Mallory? Email us at podcast@babynames.com.Join us to gab about names in our Facebook Group and stay tuned for more BabyNames Live! shows on Facebook and YouTube.
2021-01-1008 minThe Baby Names PodcastBest/Worst Celebrity Baby Names of 2020Our celebrity baby blogger, Kate Fann, joins Jennifer and Mallory in counting down the 5 best celebrity baby names and 5 worst celebrity baby names of the year. We also report on the current celebrity baby news and take letters from our listeners!Names mentioned in this episode: LISTEN and FIND OUT!For the most current celebrity baby news, visit the BabyNames.com Celebrity Blog.Join our Facebook Group to chat about our episodes with Jennifer & Mallory and other listeners!This is the final episode of Season 3 of the Baby...
2020-12-2234 minThe Baby Names PodcastTop Baby Names of 2020The list is out! BabyNames.com has compiled the top most popular names of the year, and Jennifer and Mallory go at it with their opinions and predictions for 2021. We also cover the current celebrity baby news and take listener questions on names and naming!Names mentioned in this episode: Mourade, Darsha, Oliver, Liam, Theodore, Declan, Amelia/Emilia, Charlotte, Luna, Wren, Alastair, Caspian, Kobe, Theon, Mint, Ursula, Cohen, and many, many, more!Check out the full list here: Top 100 Baby Names of 2020* * * Sponsored by TOWN RED - A series of m...
2020-12-0831 minThe Baby Names PodcastBaby Names and SuccessJennifer and Mallory discuss the age-old question: Can a name make or break your success in life? We also speak with special guest Abby Sandel from AppellationMountain.net. Abby is a life-long name enthusiast and baby name consultant!Names mentioned in this episode: Koven, Rockland, Touca, Bullseye, Barak, Elvis, Madonna, Kamala, Wisdom, Allure, Halcyon.Visit Abby's site: Appellation MountainGirl who has the record of the world's longest name - The Oprah Winfrey ShowJoin our Facebook Group to chat about our episodes with Jennifer & Mallory and...
2020-11-1033 minThe Baby Names PodcastHarry Potter NamesJennifer and Mallory discuss names from the Harry Potter series of novels (and movies) authored by JK Rowling*. We also report on this week's celebrity baby news and take questions from our listeners!Names mentioned in this episode: Yarrow, Caprice, Bruton, Barley, Seraphina, Harry, Ronald, Hermione, Bilius, Draco, Hagrid, Albus, Bellatrix, Cedric, Cornelius, Fleur, Ginevra, Lucius, Luna, Marvolo, Minerva, Myrtle, Narcissa, Neville, Petunia, Phineas, Rubeus, Potter, Severus, Sirius...and more!*BabyNames.com does not support nor condone Rowling's recent statements on gender identity, and we fully support the LGBTQIA community....
2020-10-2738 minThe Baby Names PodcastGaming Naming - Video Game and RPG NamesJennifer and Mallory talk all about gaming naming - names from video games and role playing games. Joining us is Matthew Mercer, founding cast member and Dungeon Master of the hit online show, Critical Role, and Lee Perry, former lead designer at Epic Games.Names mentioned in this episode: Tierre, Taius, Piana, Marika, Roshella, Astro, Dino, Lara, Lily, Blade, Exandria, Purvon, Dimble Thaydeen, River, Titan, Liberty, and more!You can watch Critical Role live on TwitchTV or recorded at YouTube.A big thanks to fellow podcaster, Christopher Gronlund, for helping...
2020-10-1343 minThe Baby Names PodcastThe Bird is the Word! Dictionary NamesSisters Jennifer Moss and Mallory Moss discuss names that were originally dictionary words! Dictionary words have become very trendy for baby names, whether they're flower names, brand names, occupational names, or more! Listen as we discuss this phenomenon, along with the current celebrity baby news, and take questions from our listeners.Names mentioned in this episode: Klaus, Bear, Birdie, Mason, Reign, Winter, Ember, Eve, Harper, Piper, Luna, Aura, Isla, Heaven, Calliope, Cosmo, Bishop, Reign, Rogue, Calico...and many, many more!Have a question for Jennifer & Mallory? Email us at podcast@babynames.com or...
2020-09-2942 minThe Baby Names PodcastChanging Your Name - Pt. 2: Transgender RenamingThis is the second in a two-part episode about Changing Your Name. Jennifer is joined by guest host Kees Wiederspan, social media manager for BabyNames.com and a long-time member of our names community. We speak with Dr. Olivia Danforth about changing your name through the gender transitioning process. Choosing a new name and going by your new, chosen name is a big step when transitioning and can be extremely rewarding to finally have a name that reflects your true identity.Listen as we discuss these important issues, as well as report on the current celebrity...
2020-09-1536 minThe Baby Names PodcastU.S. Social Security Baby Names 2019The U.S. Social Security top baby names list has dropped for 2019, and Mallory and Jennifer have some opinions! A special between-the-episodes show to discuss the top 1,000 baby names for births in the United States.Some names mentioned in this episode: Liam, Olivia, Dean, Maverick, Piper, Aurelia, Xander, Adonis, Dashiell, Kai-everything, Dixie, Rome, Ximena, Kobe, and more!What do you think about the list? Write us! podcast@babynames.comThe Baby Names Podcast is a production of BabyNames.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more...
2020-09-0918 minThe Baby Names PodcastChanging Your Name - Pt. 1This is the first of a two-part episode on Changing your Name. Mallory and Jennifer discuss why a person might want to change their name-first or last-and how to do so. We talk with Dr. Karen Pennesi, linguistic anthropologist at the University of Western Ontario, on name changing pertaining to immigration and cultural assimilation.We also report on the current celebrity baby news and take questions from our listeners.Names mentioned in this episode: Fews, Wifi, Elsa, Jerry, Ignatz, Daisy, Ever, Hayden, Betsy, Buddy.Universal Design for Belonging: Living and...
2020-09-0131 minThe Baby Names PodcastNames of Names! A Names GlossaryEponym, Aptronym, Cryptonym, Zoonym - Jennifer and Mallory talk names of names and names of everything! With examples and—of course—some differing of opinions. We also catch up on the current celebrity baby news and take listener questions on names and naming.Names mentioned in this episode: Lieux, Luc, Delilah, Ophelia, Nasa, Sirius, Orion, Mason, Birdie, Pagett, Kobe, Orlando... and more!View our full Names Glossary.Have a question for Jennifer and Mallory? Email us at podcast@babynames.com The Baby Names Podcast is a production of B...
2020-08-1831 minThe Baby Names PodcastTwilight NamesJennifer and Mallory discuss the top names from the Twilight Saga and discuss their effect on baby naming for the past fifteen years. Also: the latest celebrity baby news and letters from our listeners!Check out the new book in the Twilight series, Midnight Sun by Stephenie Meyer.Names mentioned in this episode: Myfanwy, Exavier, Ezio, Prem, Ilene, Bella, Edward, Jacob, Alice, Rosalie, Jasper, Emmett, Esme, Carlisle, Charlie, James, Renesmee, Cullen, Swan...and more!Have feedback on this episode or a question for Jennifer & Mallory? Write us at podcast@babynames...
2020-08-0438 minThe Baby Names PodcastNames from Classic TVMore entertainment names! Jennifer and Mallory discuss names from classic television shows including Leave it to Beaver, I Love Lucy, Bewitched, Gilligan's Island, The Brady Bunch, The Mary Tyler Moore Show...and more! Also: this week's celebrity baby news, Q&A from our listeners and all about the name Karen.Names mentioned in this episode: Jerrika, Buck, Brinkley, Lucy, June, Samantha, Serena, Anthony, Oliver, Jeannie, Lovella, Amethyst, James, Karen... and more!Have a question for Jennifer & Mallory? Email us: podcast@babynames.comSources:IMDB.comHello...
2020-06-2341 minThe Baby Names PodcastNames from Classic HollywoodJennifer and Mallory talk about names from the Golden Age of Hollywood. We also report on this week's celebrity baby news and give our opinion on their chosen baby names, and take questions from our listeners! Names mentioned in this episode: Epiphany, Zephryn, Geneva, Azalea, Dempsey...and more!Have a question for Jennifer and Mallory? Email us at podcast@babynames.com. Join us in our Facebook group to chat with us about these episodes: https://www.facebook.com/groups/babynamespodcast/__________________Sources: Wikipedia, IMDBThe Baby Names Podcast is a...
2020-06-0934 minThe Baby Names PodcastWelsh NamesJennifer and Mallory talk all about Welsh Names - given names, surnames, and place names! Our special guest is Dr. Sara Louise Wheeler, Welsh Names academic, author, and poet! We also discuss the current celebrity baby news and take questions from our listeners.Names mentioned in this episode: Justice, Blue, Sara, Rhiannon, Harri, Seren, Ffan, Jac, Macsen, Caerwyn, Dilys, Gwenhwyfar, Bran, Ebrill, Llanfairpwllgwyngyllgogerychwyrndrobwllllantysiliogogogoch, and more!We want to hear your NAME STORIES! Email us at podcast@babynames.com.Check out Dr. Wheeler's Onomastic Blog (onomastics is the study of names).
2020-05-2640 minThe Baby Names PodcastX AE A-12 and the Trending Names of 2020Jennifer and Mallory tabulate and discuss the trending names of 2020 (so far), Elon Musk's new baby boy named X Æ A-12, and take fascinating questions from our listeners on name and naming.Bonus: Irish native Elizabeth McLoughlin helps us with our pronunciation from the Irish Names episode.Names Mentioned in this episode: Thaïs, Thalia, Talia, Darcy, Oliver, Aidan, Ethan, Charlotte, Ava, Amelia, Luna, Ronan, Roman, Josephine, Juniper, Apollo, Arlo, Milo, Gideon, Malaysia, and more!Click here to view Top Trending Names of 2020 (so far)_______Sources:Me...
2020-05-1232 minThe Baby Names PodcastNames from FashionJennifer and Mallory discuss names from the fashion industry: designers, models, and brands! We also gab about the latest celebrity baby news and take questions from you, our listeners! Names mentioned in this episode: Julin, Ariel, Chanel, Prada, Marie-Jeanne, Versailles, Erté, Poiret, Joy, Vivienne, Vionnet, Cavalli, Vera, Carolina, Maybelline, Eugenia, Vogue, Iman, Doutzen, Berit, Tyson, Tyra...and more!The Baby Names Podcast is a production of BabyNames.com. Have a question for Jennifer and Mallory? Email us at podcast@babynames.com.Articles written by Jennifer about fashion advertising:As Subtle as t...
2020-04-2833 minThe Baby Names PodcastStar Trek NamesJennifer and Mallory discuss names from the Star Trek Universe. The stories behind how the most iconic characters got their names, Star Trek names that you can use for human babies, and some cool names of cast members throughout the years.Names mentioned in this episode: Itziar, Práxedes, Kevyn, Tiberius, Spock, XTMPRSZNTWLFD, Uhura, Kato, Khan, Noonien/Noonian, Geordi, B'Elanna, Chakotay, Seven of Nine, T'Pau, M'Ress, Siranna, Jett, Renaud, Meredith, Eivin.A special thanks to Christopher Gronlund of Not About Lumberjacks podcast for reading our excerpt of James T. Kirk from Star Trek: T...
2020-04-1437 minThe Baby Names PodcastAll About Middle NamesJennifer and Mallory talk all about MIDDLE names: why we have them, the most common middle names, fun middle name stories, and celebs who go by their middle names! Names mentioned in this episode: Akira, Shine, Beena, Kious, George, Rudyard, Rooney, Edsel, Ranger, LaChelle, Faith, Saunsuray, Birdie, Skipper, Goldie.Girls: Marie, Grace, Rose, Ann, Elizabeth, Faith, Mae, Lynn, Renee, and Jane.Boys: James, Lee, Michael, Joseph, Alexander, David, William, Andrew, Matthew, and Robert.The Baby Names Podcast is a production of BabyNames.com, founded by sisters Jennifer Moss and Mallory...
2020-03-3132 minThe Baby Names PodcastIrish NamesHappy St. Patrick's Day! Jennifer and Mallory talk all about Irish names, including the history and traditions of Irish naming, Irish name pronunciation, Irish surnames, the top baby names in Ireland, and choose our favorite traditional Irish names.Names mentioned in this episode: Conchobhar (Connor), Medb (Maeve), Fiadh (Fia), Aoife (EEfya), Caoimhe (KEEva), Tadgh (Tayg), Oisín (o-SHEEN), Fionn, Cillian, Rían.Celtic names in the 2019 Irish chartsBoys: Callum, Donnacha, Cathal, Ruairí, Odhrán, Cormac, Eoghan, Cillian, Tiernan, Lorcan, Kían, Dáire, Dáithí, Diarmuid, Ruadhán, Aodhán, Cuan, S...
2020-03-1736 minThe Baby Names PodcastChoosing a Baby NameMany parents are finding it hard to choose a baby name in this day of information overload! Mallory and Jennifer discuss the process and challenges of choosing a name for your child. Do you get stuck in the veto process? Does your partner hate every name you suggest? Do you get too much input from the in-laws? We give you practical naming advice so you can whittle down your names list and agree on the perfect name. We also discuss the latest celebrity baby news and take questions from you, our listeners!Names mentioned in this...
2020-03-0330 minThe Baby Names PodcastNames from Black HistoryIn honor of Black History Month, Jennifer and Mallory discuss names inspired by iconic Black Americans and the history of naming in the Black American culture. We also report on the current celebrity baby news and take your questions on names and naming.Names mentioned in this episode: Martin, Coretta, Rosa, Crispus, Octavia, Luther, Maya, Josephine, Latifah, Barack, Bayard, Mahershala, Cassius, Kobe, Marlon, Tupac, Kanye, Ta-Nehisi, Zora...and more!Join our Facebook group where you can chat about the show.Have a question for Jennifer and Mallory? Email podcast@babynames.com...
2020-02-1836 minThe Baby Names PodcastThis Not That: Cool Alternatives to the Most Popular Baby NamesIn this episode, Mallory and Jennifer give cool, unique alternatives to the Top Baby Names on the BabyNames.com charts. We also get input from our VIP members in our message boards community. So if you're looking for unique names, we'll give you choices! We also cover the current celebrity baby news and take questions from YOU, our listeners.Names mentioned in this episode: Kobe, Cambria, Lionel, Odin, Thatcher, Flynn, Hazel, Isla, Alasdair, Raddix, Etta, Aalam, Freeya, Stella, and more!The Baby Names Podcast is a production of BabyNames.com.
2020-02-0438 minThe Baby Names PodcastTop Baby Names of 2019Jennifer and Mallory discuss the BabyNames.com Top Baby Names of 2019. We go over the top ten names, names that stand out in the top 100, and up and coming name trends for 2020. We also cover the current celebrity baby news and take questions from our listeners.We dedicate this episode to our sister Kate, whom we lost this past week to pancreatic cancer at the young age of 63. Kate was a lifelong educator and accomplished stained glass artist. We are devastated and will miss her now and forever.Names mentioned in this episode...
2019-12-1040 minThe Baby Names PodcastShakespeare NamesJennifer and Mallory discuss names from the works of William Shakespeare: names Shakespeare (allegedly) created, how Romeo and Juliet discussed names, Shakespeare names currently on the popularity charts, and what Shakespeare names NOT to name your baby. Also included is this week's celebrity baby news and name questions from you, our listeners! Names mentioned in this episode: Eliud, Carston, Janny, Miranda, Romeo, Juliet, Hamlet, Lucrece, Othello, Macbeth, Jessica, Titus, and more!Sources for this Episode:IMDBWikipedia: Shakespeare Characters from A-K, Shakespeare Characters from L-ZShakespeare, the Conspiracy Theories (Telegraph)Macbet...
2019-10-1533 minThe Baby Names PodcastSpanish NamesIn honor of Hispanic History Month, Jennifer and Mallory discuss Spanish names, the history of Spanish naming and name construction, Spanish surnames, the top names in Spain, popular Latin names in the United States and Latinx celebrity names.Names mentioned in this episode: Evren, Della, Miranda, Yenifer, Mallorca, Maria, José, Jesús, Hugo, Lucia, Alba, Valeria, Luna, Isla, Ximena...and more!We also review the current celebrity baby news and take listener questions and feedback on names and naming. Our sources for this episode:Instituto Nacional de Estadística
2019-10-0129 minThe Baby Names PodcastFrench NamesJennifer and Mallory discuss everything about French names! We start with the history of naming in France, then discuss the top 20 most popular names in France and how they compare to the top 20 most popular names in Quebec and the U.S.List of acceptable baby names, according to the Law of 11 Germinal Year XI put into place by Napoleon in 1803, active until 1993.We also report the latest celebrity baby news and take listener questions on names and naming. To view the top 50 names in France and Quebec, click here.
2019-07-2335 minThe Baby Names PodcastThe History of English NamesOur guest is Kevin Stroud, attorney and host of The History of English podcast to talk about English names, and what happened in the year 1066 to change both the English language and English names, many of which we still use today. We also discuss how and why it was necessary to eventually have surnames (last names).And speaking of the English, there's a new royal baby! We cover that story in our celebrity baby segment, and take listener questions on names and naming.Standing in for Mallory in this episode is Jennifer's daughter...
2019-05-0736 minThe Baby Names PodcastFun with Dick and Maryjane: Names that Mean Other ThingsJennifer and Mallory discuss names that have evolved into meaning other things, particularly in slang or colloquialisms. Please Note: this episode contains sexual expressions, drug terminology, and some derogatory names in the process of explanation. It is not intended for listeners under the age of 18.We also discuss the current celebrity baby news and take listener questions on names and naming.Names discussed in this episode: Dick, Maryjane, Cherry, Fanny, Butch, Gay, B.J., Reuben, Oscar, Emmy, Penny, Jean, Jake, Mickey, Lucy, Roger, Chad, Sheila, Charlie, Abigail, Pollyanna, Lolita, Chloe, Joey, Isis... and more!Have a ques...
2019-04-2334 minThe Baby Names PodcastNames from Game of ThronesTo celebrate the premiere of the final season of the HBO series Game of Thrones, Jennifer and Mallory discuss names from the book series, A Song of Ice and Fireby George R.R. Martin. Did you know there are 2,054 named characters between the books and the television series? We can't possibly mention them all, but we do talk about Martin's naming conventions, how he created names, some of our favorites, and what GoT names you should not name your baby.Names mentioned in this episode: Jolyon, Ufuk, Abelina, Agata, Pala, Sigmar, Jondor, Catelin, Arya, Sansa, Daenerys, Khaleesi, And...
2019-04-0934 minThe Baby Names PodcastThe Absolute WORST Baby Names EverWhat are the absolute WORST baby names we've ever heard? In this episode, Jennifer and Mallory address this question that they get over and over from the media. Not only will they reveal some super horrible names, but also advice for expecting parents on how NOT to name your baby. Also: the latest celebrity baby news and listeners questions on names and naming.New York Times article: How Prince got his Name.This episode is brought to you by the Sneak Peek at-home Gender DNA Test(affiliate link)Na...
2019-03-2638 minThe Baby Names PodcastBaby Names from Women's HistoryMallory and Jennifer celebrate Women's History Month by discussing some names of iconic women from the past and present. We also cover the current celebrity baby news and take listener questions on names and naming.Names mentioned in this episode: Tiago, Nesta, Hawk, Rami, Mahershalalhashbaz, Willem, Xochitl, Gloria, Florence, Clara, Sojourner, Alva, Clementina, Ada, Lochlyn, Carter, and more!To keep up on amazing women who made history (but not necessarily the history books), visit Chixstory on Facebook!To get a temporary or permanent new name, try the BabyNames.com Random Name Generator...
2019-03-1230 minThe Baby Names PodcastLove Names and Terms of EndearmentNeed some Valentines Day baby name inspiration? Jennifer and Mallory discuss names that are associated with love, as well as terms of endearment - those cute little pet names you call your loved ones.Names mentioned in this episode: Valentine, David, Aime, Esme, Thandiwe, Suki, Amanda, Desiree, Filbert, Kaleialoha, Cher, Cytheria, Romeo... and more!Have a question for the baby namers? Email podcast@babynames.com.The Baby Names Podcast is a production of BabyNames.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2019-02-1235 minThe Baby Names PodcastNaming Fictional Characters - for WritersJennifer Moss, founder of BabyNames.com and author of four novels, discusses best practices in naming fictional characters, from historical to contemporary to futuristic! Also Mallory and Jennifer reveal current celebrity baby news and take letters from you, our listeners.Names mentioned in this episode: Kacia, Chip, Carnation, Bilbo, Brunt, Kimara, Saru, Michael, Bob Loblaw, CatharineLulling, Harry, Hermione, Scarletta, Hux...and more!Related Resources:CharacterNames.comTown Red - the first in a series of "mysteries with a metaphysical twist" by Jennifer MossLaw Offices of Bob...
2019-01-2932 minThe Baby Names PodcastThe Top Baby Names of 2018In our final episode for season one, Jennifer and Mallory discuss the top baby names of 2018 and the new name trends for 2019. Also: the current celebrity baby news and we take listener questions on names and naming.Names mentioned in this episode: Liam, Amelia, Grayson, Avery, Rowan, Vera, Kai, Kaia, George, Jace, Leafar, Squire, Clint... & more!Thank you for joining us and making our first season a success! Feedback about the episode? Email podcast@babynames.com. The Baby Names Podcast is a production of BabyNames.com Hosted o...
2018-12-1126 minThe Baby Names PodcastName Rhythm and Musical Baby NamesJennifer and Mallory discuss name rhythm and baby names derived from musical notation, musical instruments, and musicians! Also: recent celebrity baby news and baby names Q&A from our listeners!Names mentioned in this episode: Kinga, Jacek, Piast, Henio, Bartosz, Ola, Cadence, Aria/Arya, Melody, Harmony, Clef, Coda, Reed, Belle, Viola...and more!Have a question for the baby namers? Email podcast@babynames.com. And join us in our Facebook group: http://facebook.com/groups/babynamespodcast.The Baby Names Podcast is a production of BabyNames.com Hosted on...
2018-11-2725 minThe Baby Names PodcastDark, Gothic, and Mystical NamesJennifer and Mallory discuss spooky, dark, Gothic, and mystical names--just in time for Halloween! And our guest "cub reporter" Miranda Mendelson helps report the current celebrity baby news. Miranda can be found on her popular beauty blog, SlashedBeauty.com!A full list of Gothic names from the book History of the Goths can be found here on BabyNames.com. Other names discussed on this episode: Avichai, Sigalit, Gavriel, Emene, Layla, Farid, Kevinnie, Chetachi, Sachin, Midnight, Stormi, Thorn, Talon, Noir, Damien, Elvira, Svenghouli...and more!The Baby Names Podcast is a production of BabyNames.c...
2018-10-3024 minThe Baby Names PodcastTemporal Baby NamesJennifer and Mallory discuss temporal names - names from time - including months, days of week, and signs of the zodiac. Then we report the current celebrity baby news and take your questions on names and naming! Have a question for Jennifer and Mallory? Email us at podcast@babynames.com.The Baby Names Podcast is a production of BabyNames.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2018-08-0720 minThe Baby Names PodcastTwin Baby Names & Naming MultiplesJennifer and Mallory talk about best practices in naming twins and multiples, then discuss some celebrity twins and celebrity baby twins and multiples. We announce the celebrity baby news of the week, and then finish with your questions on baby names and naming!The Baby Names Podcast is hosted by sisters Jennifer Moss and Mallory Moss Katz, founders of BabyNames.com.Names mentioned in this episode: Khadija, Giselle, Mignon, Betty, Heaven, Nevaeh, Angel, Hazel, Phinnaeus, Jedidiah, Jeremiah, Jinger, Felicity, Kulture, Sassy Pants, Lionel, and more!The Baby Names Podcast is...
2018-07-2428 minThe Baby Names PodcastName Myths & Urban LegendsWe talk with name expert Dr. Cleveland Kent Evans about various name myths and urban legends! Find out if your cousin's sister's neighbor really is named "La-a" and other crazy name legends.The Baby Names Podcast is hosted by sisters Jennifer Moss and Mallory Moss Katz, founders of BabyNames.com.Names mentioned in this episode: Katrina, Hattie, Buffy, Colton, Manrico, La-a, Lemonjello, Neve, Emilia, Crew, Frida, Naiella, Mabel, Mingus, Shane... and more!The Baby Names Podcast is a production of BabyNames.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/pr...
2018-06-2632 minThe Baby Names PodcastThe Big Baby Names Survey Results!We run several ongoing surveys on BabyNames.com about names and naming. In this episode, Jennifer and Mallory go over the surprising results of the baby naming survey, and also the survey on names and dating. Names mentioned in this episode: Kelin, Karis, Torvald, Peony, Colette, Lielle, Mika, Magnolia, Azalea, Dax, Harrison, Adel, Lucille, Ayla, Sivan, Bodhi, Sebastian, Baz, Lulu, Lorelei, Celine, Selena, Mayla, Coraline, Cora.To view the full survey results and/or take the surveys yourself, go to: Babynames.com/surveysThe Baby Names Podcast is a production of Ba...
2018-06-1232 minThe Baby Names PodcastPseudonyms, Stage Names, & Pen NamesJennifer and Mallory discuss the many reasons actors and writers and other artists might choose another name, the new Royal Baby Name, and some angry listener mail regarding the name Donald. Names mentioned in this episode: Louis, Tiana, True, Billy, Donald, and many, many more!Have feedback about the show? Email us at podcast@babynames.com or tag us on social @babynamesdotcom.The Baby Names Podcast is a production of BabyNames.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2018-05-0130 minThe Baby Names PodcastCharacter Names and their Influence on Baby Name TrendsJennifer and Mallory discuss how fictional character names have a definite influence on baby naming trends-both positively and negatively. We also talk about character naming conventions from a variety of authors, including Stan Lee, George RR Martin, and why the name Atticus took a plunge in 2015. Also: character naming tips for writers, baby news of the week, and an intense baby name problem from one of our listeners!Names in this episode: Lila, Lodge, Civilla, Madison, Khaleesi, Katniss, Arya, Renesmee, Esme, Elmo, Barney, Atticus, Alice, HODOR!, Maile, Cleveland, Moroccan.Have feedback about the s...
2018-04-1722 minThe Baby Names PodcastNature Names and Names from Major League BaseballJennifer and Mallory discuss interesting nature names, names from the 2018 Major League Baseball roster, celebrity baby news, and take your questions on names and naming...including a name emergency!Some names mentioned in this episode: Ferial, Kalani, Audyssie, Symera, Violet, Daisy, Lily, Luna, Meadow, Dahlia, Magnolia, Yu, Addison, Gift, Ranger, Iris, Brienna, Damilola, Dancer, Cloud.Have a question for the Baby Names experts? Email podcast@babynames.com or hashtag #babynamespod on social.SUBSCRIBE to the Baby Names Podcast on iTunes/Apple Podcasts so you don't miss an episode....
2018-04-0324 minThe Baby Names PodcastName Brand Baby NamesJennifer and Mallory discuss how brand names are now being used as baby names, a baby named Donald Trump, Khloe K follows our baby name advice, baby names in the news, and more!Names mentioned in this episode: Porsche, Portia, Bentley, Mercedes, Armani, Lexus, Remington, Harley, Nike, Puma, Colt, Apple and more! Have a question for the Baby Names experts? Email podcast@babynames.com or hashtag #babynamespod on social.SUBSCRIBE to the Baby Names Podcast on iTunes/Apple Podcasts so you don't miss an episode.Join our Fa...
2018-03-2024 minThe Baby Names PodcastBlack Panther Names & Researching Your Family TreeJennifer and Mallory discuss the cool names from the Marvel movie Black Panther, how to start and research your family tree, baby names in the news, and take your questions on names and naming!Names mentioned in this episode: Nnenna, Maame, Hazel, Henrietta, George, Charlotte, Spencer, Diana, Mia, May, Regina, Rocco, Vera, Binkonkoonk.Have a question for the Baby Names experts? Email podcast@babynames.com Make sure to SUBSCRIBE so you don't miss an episode.The Baby Names Podcast is a production of BabyNames.com Hosted on Acast. Se...
2018-03-0620 minThe Baby Names PodcastStormi, Chicago, and Names from the Winter OlympicsWelcome to our very first episode of The Baby Names Podcast! Join us as we discuss our "Family Ties," names from the Winter Olympics, celebrity baby names in the news, and take your questions about names and naming.Names mentioned in this episode: Jennifer, Mallory, Fern, Tonya, Apollo, Chloe, Mikaela, Redmond, Bradie, Mirai, Ma’ame, Kimani, Torin, Picabo, Stormi, Chicago, Geo, Beckett, Araya.Have a question about names or naming? Write us at podcast@babynames.com.The Baby Names Podcast is a production of BabyNames.com Hosted on Ac...
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