How I Named My Baby

Allison and Roberto needed a cross-cultural boy name that worked in Spanish and English. Their secret? Look at French baby names. We spoke to Allison about how she and Roberto chose Mercer, and the very funny names their older daughters suggested.

Kristen and Alex knew their son would have the middle name Steele, but what first name is cool enough to go with it? They chose Xander Steele for their son, born in April 2021. We talk to Kristen about the process of naming Xander.

When Allyson and Chris Smith were expecting their third baby, there was only one name on the list — Julian. They named their daughter Julian Belle, a traditionally masculine name that feels perfect for their gender-neutral sibset. We spoke to Allyson about unisex names, family middles, and how she and Chris landed on Julian Belle.

For New York City couple Dara and Cory, naming their son Cade turned into a family affair. We talked to Dara about Jewish naming traditions, showbiz names, and how she and Cory chose the name Cade Bennett for their little boy.

Mary and Mike prioritized family names for their daughter, born on April 8, 2021. They ultimately landed on Elin Francis, a long-loved first name with a bonus family connection and a super significant middle. We spoke with Mary to learn more about the process of naming Elin.

South Bend, Indiana couple Lainie and Jack welcomed their first child, a son named Griffin Leo, in May 2021. We spoke with Lainie about family names, traditions, and how she and Jack chose Griffin's powerful name.

After a long fertility journey, Southern California couple Jessica and Kyle Lopez welcomed a daughter named Gwen Catherine in September of 2020. We spoke with Jessica about spiritual signs, celebrity associations, and the process of naming Gwen.

Sarah and Adam welcomed their second daughter, Cora Birch, in September 2020. We talked to Sarah about family names, popularity, and strategies for winnowing down the shortlist.

Andrea and Dylan named their son Casper Jerome — a name full of religious and familial significance. We spoke to Andrea about their choice and what they're thinking for baby number two — coming soon!

Taylor and Ben Olsen welcomed a son named Morris Oliver in April 2021. We spoke to Taylor about his name story, family names, and those MOO initials.

When Nila Latimore moved to Sweden and married a Swede, she knew her baby would need a Scandinavian name somewhere in the mix. She and her husband Anders eventually settled on Atlas Lucian Vidar, which represents their love of metalcore music, Space, and Swedish heritage all in one.

Lisa and Gene welcomed a daughter in January 2021 they named Natalie Mara — a meaningful choice that honors heritage and cherished loved ones. We talked to Lisa about naming traditions and the process of naming Natalie.

After naming their daughter after Michael Jordan, Louisville, Kentucky couple Tiffany and Patrick knew they needed to use another legendary basketball player name for their next child. In August of 2020, they welcomed their son Kobe Ali. Here, we talk to Tiffany about their baby name process.

Kinda and Charles Saunders welcomed their sixth child in 2021 — a daughter named Jeneva Mabelle. We interview Kinda about family names, decision-making strategies, and how to name a daughter when you've already used all your favorite girl names.

Rebecca and Mat Norman welcomed their third child, a daughter named Pippa Georgia Bea, at the end of 2020. We chat with Rebecca about how they chose the baby name Pippa for their little girl.

Hayley and Brad welcomed their twins Rosie Cynthia and Ramsey Terrance in April of 2020. We talked with Hayley, who told us all about how she and Brad chose twin names for their babies Rosie and Ramsey.

Imogen and Nick Gater welcomed their son Magnus Gabriel Nicholas on August 23, 2020. In this interview, Imogen answers our questions about how she and her husband chose the baby name Magnus for their little boy.

Allison Young and Russell Richardson adopted their son Cosmo Nuri Young Richardson from Korea in September 2020. In this interview, Allison tells us how they chose the name Cosmo for their newest family member.

Emma and John Parker chose the baby name Henrietta Beatrice for their daughter, born in September of 2020. Here, Emma shares her name story.

Lily Whymark, a document controller, and Ryan Coulson, a design engineer, live in Kent, UK. They welcomed their first child, a son named Eben Frank Dennis Coulson, on July 13, 2020. Here, Lily answer’s our questions about how she and Ryan named Eben. When did you know you found “The Name?” As soon as we […]

Olivia and Rob chose the fashionable and rare baby name Zara Tiger for their daughter, born in 2019. We talk to Olivia about the baby name process.

Miami couple Evelyn Woodbridge and Chris Lopez share how they chose the baby name Atlas Rose for their daughter, born this past March.

Courtney Williams and Steven Jackson chose the meaningful baby name Callahan Bay for their daughter. Here, Courtney answers our questions about the process.

Alanna Shore, stay-at-home parent, and her husband Keith, artist and art director of Mikkeller Beer, live in Bucks County, Pennsylvania with their four children. In May they welcomed their latest arrivals, twins named Nico Gianna and Jasper Graham. Here, Alanna shares the story of how she and Keith named their babies. How long did it […]