All news on the topic: Baby Names
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Boy baby name with 'Roman Empire energy' set to be hugely popular in 2024
The name means 'wealth' and is said to be perfect for a little boy who makes the world his own and can guide those around him with ease. The trendy name is loved by a number of celebrities
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'People think my Xmas name is a joke - I didn't spot the meaning for years'
All Angela wanted when she was little was to play an angel in her school nativity. Little did he know that she was unintentionally named after one of the most famous angels around.
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'I picked a gorgeous Xmas name for my baby - my in-laws thought it was a prank'
When Morgana and her husband saw their newborn daughter's face, they knew the name they had picked out wouldn't cut it - and instead decided on a gorgeous 'Christmassy' name
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'My sister is naming daughter after city she met her husband - it's so stupid'
A woman has called out her sister for naming her daughter after the place she met her husband - saying she doesn't understand why she didn't go for the 'obvious' choice instead
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'I want to name baby after dating app I met husband on but some say it's tacky'
A pregnant woman has sparked outrage after revealing she wants to name her daughter after the dating app she met her husband on, as everyone urges her against the idea
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'We chose a Christmas name for our baby - the register said it was a first'
The 'fun' mum let her little boys choose her baby son's festive name, and it 'raised a few eyebrows' with their family at first. Despite finding it 'weird' to begin with, it fits him perfectly
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Experts share 20 baby names soaring in popularity to watch out for in 2024
Naming a child is one of the first important decisions parents have to make, and to help them along, a baby name expert has shared some of the monikers soaring in popularity this year and beyond
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Mum warned her son will get bullied if she names him after a Star Wars character
Naming your child after a film or book character is a popular choice for lots of parents, however, after sharing what they want to call their future son, one mum and dad have been left disappointed
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'No-one can pronounce my baby's name - I even changed the spelling'
A mum was so fed up of people mispronouncing her son's name she decided to change the spelling to make it easier phonetically - but event that didn't seem to help
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Mums look to Noughties heartthrobs for baby name inspiration this year
The most popular baby names of 2023 have been announced, and there are some surprises - including an increase of mums looking to their teen crushes for inspiration
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'I've got a boring name - I want to change it to match my twin brother's'
Michelle, 22, took to social media to ask for help in choosing a new name to match her family's unusual monikers, after finally getting fed up of being the only one with a 'boring' name
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Taylor Swift causes baby name boom as song title rockets into top 10 chart
Parents have taken inspiration from Taylor Swift when it comes to naming their babies this year, with one song title becoming one of the most popular girls' names of 2023
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Popular boys' baby name takes a nosedive in top 100 list for first time in years
The most popular baby names of 2023 have been unveiled by the experts, and it turns out a classic British favourite has plummeted in the top 100 chart. Would you still choose it?
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'Witchy' baby name creeps into the top 20 for 2023 - with a sweet meaning
The top 100 baby names for 2023 have been revealed by BabyCentre, and it seems parents have been inspired by 'witch energy' this year as one supernatural name breaks the top 20
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Royal rows influence 2023 baby names as Harry drastically falls off charts
The experts at BabyCentre have unveiled their top 100 list of names for baby boys and girls for 2023 and it seems many parents have ditched inspiration from the Royal Family
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Beautiful girl's name makes top 100 baby names list for the first time ever
New parents are taking inspiration from their favourite singers, memoirs and TV shows this year - and one gorgeous girls' name has itched its way into the top 100 baby names in the UK for 2023
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Most popular baby names of 2023 as girls' favourite topples from first place
The top UK baby names for 2023 have been announced, and our favourite TV shows, memoirs and celebrities are all influencing parent choices. From 'witchy' monikers to royals taking a nose-dive, here's everything you need to know
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Parents are turning to a Tinder-style app to choose their baby names
One mum revealed she and her partner had chosen their baby's name from the match they made which works in the same way as the dating app, and others have called it a 'life-saver'
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'Entitled mother-in-law refuses to call our baby by his real name, she hates it'
A man has taken to social media to ask whether he should compromise with his pushy mother-in-law who hates his son's name - but users urge him to stick to his guns
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Greek name from 1800s set to be top choice for UK baby girls in 2024
Gender-neutral names and 'surnames and first names' are expected to boom next year - but one name making a comeback goes back hundreds of years, and means 'resurrection'
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'Whimsical' baby name meaning 'ray of sunshine' is a firm favourite for 2024
Experts have shared their predications for baby names in 2024 - and one sweet retro-chic girl's name that means 'sun ray' really stands out, thanks to it 'whimsical divine vibe'
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Sweet baby name surging in popularity is loved by parents of girls and boys
A lovely baby name is rising in the popularity charts as the gender-neutral trend continues to make its way into 2024, experts have predicted. It's a must-pick for parents-to-be
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The 5 most popular festive baby names this Christmas – and the ones on the rise
Naming a baby at any time can be a fraught affair, but around the festive season it can often become much easier with so much to inspire parents
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Sweet Christmas baby name meaning 'elf' has an interesting British origin
This baby name is a super traditional choice, but also makes a cheeky nod to the Christmas season and it's the perfect choice for anyone looking for a subtly festive-inspired choice
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‘My wife wants to give our daughter the one name we can’t have’
A couple has found themselves in a tricky situation after falling in love with a particular baby name. The only problem is a member of their family also has their heart set on it
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