Arizona's favorite baby names: Anthony and Isabella May 13, 2009
12, 2009 05:26 PM The Arizona Republic. Anthony and Isabella were the top names for babies born in Arizona last year, and many of the state's favorites for boys and girls are same as the top 10 names on the national list. (AZCentral -- News)
Top baby names in Washington-Ethan, Olivia May 13, 2009
Top baby names in Washington ... Top baby names in Washington ... Following Ethan and Jacob for the most popular male baby names last were: Alexander, Daniel, Logan, William, Noah, Aiden, Samuel and Joshua. (Puget Sound Business Journal, WA)
Barack trails on this US poll May 12, 2009
That conducted by the US Social Security Administration (SSA) to find out the most popular baby names in the US.. Barack, which means blessed in Swahili, did not, says CNN, make the 1,000 most popular picks for baby names in 08 ... The top 10 male baby names in the US in 08 were, says the SSA, Jacob, Michael, Ethan, Joshua, Daniel, Alexander, Anthony, William, Christopher and Matthew, in that order. (India Times)
Top 7 Fads You Won't ForgetWhat stops a short-lived sensation from becoming a long-term trend? May 12, 2009
What Baby Names Can Tell Us About Popularity ... Berger said they chose baby names because the amount of available data lent itself to statistical analysis. (ABC News)
Baby names Emma, Jacob rule May 11, 2009
The agency offers lists of baby names dating to 1880. The agency's Web site includes the top baby names by state. (Montana Standard, MT)
'Emma' is top name for newborn girls... May 10, 2009
The Social Security Administration released its annual list of most popular baby names Friday, ahead of the Mother's Day weekend. Topping the boys list for 2008 is the heavyweight "Jacob," which has been the number one male moniker for 10 years. (CNN -- Law)
Rescue shuttle at launch pad for Hubble trip May 10, 2009
By MARCIA DUNN AP Aerospace Writer. In what's expected to be the last time ever, both of NASA's shuttle launch pads are occupied. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- World)
Top baby names from the last 50 years May 10, 2009
A look at top baby names for boys and girls over the last 50 years, as compiled by the Social Security Administration. Top 10 names for 2008 Girls: Emma, Isabella, Emily, Madison, Ava, Olivia, Sophia, Abigail, Elizabeth and Chloe Boys: Jacob, Michael, Ethan, Joshua, Daniel, Alexander, Anthony, William, Christopher and Matthew Top 10 names for 1998 Girls: Emily, Hannah, Samantha, Ashley, Sarah, Alexis, Taylor, Jessica, Madison and Elizabeth Boys: Michael, Jacob, Matthew, Joshua, Christopher,... (Montana Standard, MT)
NASCAR driver suspended after failing drug test May 10, 2009
NASCAR driver Jeremy Mayfield fails drug test. By PETE IACOBELLI AP Sports Writer. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Alexander, Isabella are Colorado's most popular baby names May 10, 2009
Alexander and Isabella were the most popular baby names in Colorado in 2008, according to data released Friday by the. But Colorado parents also showed a soft spot for the No. 1 U.S. baby names -- Jacob and Emma -- which ranked in the top five here. (Denver Business Journal, CO)
No hurricanes for No. 1 baby names May 9, 2009
WASHINGTON Emma's rise to the top of baby names for girls means one group of youngsters who won't be embarrassed by having a hurricane named for them ... Emma and Jacob are the nation's most popular baby names, but Barack and Miley are moving up the list. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- World)
Barack Improves, But Jacob Still Rules May 9, 2009
Most Popular Baby Names Announced: Emma For Girls, Jacob For Boys; Barack And Miley Move Up List ... The Social Security Administration released the list of most popular baby names, May 8, 2009 ... The agency offers lists of baby names dating to 1880. (CBS News -- US)
Barack, Miley move up; baby names Emma, Jacob rule May 9, 2009
Durham, Chapel Hill and the Research Triangle Region. STEPHEN OHLEMACHER : ASSOCIATED PRESS WRITER May 8, 2009. (Herald Sun)
Jordan: Official thanks pope for his 'regret' May 9, 2009
Jordan: Official thanks pope for his 'regret. By VICTOR L. SIMPSON Associated Press Writer. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- World)
Oh baby, ex-castoff Jokinen has dominated for Hurricanes May 9, 2009
You know the baby names are sure to come. Maurice said all credit goes to Rutherford. (Boston Globe)
'Barack' Up, But 'Emma' Tops Baby Names May 9, 2009
Barack' Up, But 'Emma' Tops Baby Names - TIME ... Barack' Up, But 'Emma' Tops Baby Names ... The agency offers lists of baby names dating to 1880. (Time.com)
Warming - it's a health hazard May 7, 2009
"In with the oldProducts, styles, and practices, like baby names, that gain popularity quickly also are more likely to fall from favour at breakneck speed, a study of 100 years of first names in France and the US has found. But names that slowly increase in popularity persist longer than faddish names. This would counter the theory that the decline of the old is driven by the ascendance of the new, Pennsylvania University researchers said. NYTPleasant dreamsUniversity of Sydney researchers have... (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Kelis Files For Divorce From Nas May 1, 2009
We are deciding between] a few baby names. It's kinda hard. (VHI.com -- Music News)
Nas And Kelis Want Your Help Naming Their Son Apr 15, 2009
She's doing good," Nas said in L.A. He and K are expecting their first child together (Esco has a daughter from a previous relationship), and the couple are trying to figure out exactly what they should call their heir. "Yeah, [we are deciding between] a few baby names," Nas said. "It's kinda hard. "I've been thinking about kinda putting something online: 'Choose his name,' " the Queens legend added with a smile. (VHI.com -- Music News)
Discuss pregnancy Apr 3, 2009
You will find information on almost any topic, from conception, baby names and babycare to hobbies and family finance. Pregnant. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
De-hipsterize that baby name Apr 1, 2009
One thing we learned when we wrote about hipster baby names is that nobody wants one. Many people were horrified if they found their favorite names - or worse, their actual children's names - on our list of hipster names. (Fresno Bee -- Lifestyle)
M.I.A.'s Baby's Name Isn't Ickitt -- It's Ikhyd Mar 24, 2009
" She went on to joke about unusual celebrity baby names of late. She wrote, "But I will be back with something newsworthy soon, till then go pick on Apple, Satchel and Moon Unit. " The boy is M.I.A.'s (real name: Mathangi Arulpragasam) first child. The singer's pregnancy was the source of much speculation before the Grammys, as the day of the show was her due date. However, she performed with Jay-Z, Lil Wayne, T.I. and Kanye West without incident. The singer earned an Oscar nod for her work on... (VHI.com -- Music News)
Lola and Lily: Baby names in La-La land Mar 23, 2009
Place an obit: (559) 441-6228. Web Search powered by YAHOO. (Fresno Bee -- Lifestyle)
Charlie Sheen's double trouble Mar 20, 2009
Just as celebrity baby names are getting more over the top, Brooke Mueller has gone against the grain by calling her twin boys Max and Bob. Mueller, the third wife of Two and a Half Men and Spin City star Charlie Sheen, gave birth to the twin boys late on Saturday, People magazine reports. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Its a girl for Loser host Alison Sweeney Mar 20, 2009
Image Mechanics / Alison DyerTradition, too, dictated Megan's name: There have been a lot of quirky, unusual celebrity baby names ... Tradition, too, dictated Megan's name: There have been a lot of quirky, unusual celebrity baby names. (MSNBC -- News)
Not your average, everyday name Mar 19, 2009
Baby names is one of the top searches on the internet, right beside the weather, maps or directions. The Harlan Tribune 2009. (Harlan Tribune, IA)
Yahoo reverses its Web strategy with Web videos Mar 16, 2009
Some viewers may treat the "Spotlight to Nightlight" videos as disposable nannies and zany baby names are among the topics but Mr. Gold said they allow State Farm to "own the environment around the discussion." ... Ms. Goldman said the producers of the two-year-old site saw traffic spikes around stories about celebrity baby names and photos and "started programming more content" that related to the subject. (International Herald Tribune -- Technology)
Kendra Misses Old Hef Feb 28, 2009
Kendra Wilkinson is picking out baby names. Maybe Hughletta for a girl. (Fox News)
Whats in a name Feb 25, 2009
I love looking at baby names, and no, I m not planning to have a baby anytime soon. I think most names are important for more than obvious reasons. (Port Lavaca Wave, TX)
Welcome to the world, Natorious, Stetson and Gonzo Feb 15, 2009
EDMONTON Alberta parents looking for unusual baby names last year came up with Jazzy, Jury and Gonzo for boys, and Anarchy, Taffy and Tree for girls. Other out-there names included Natorious, Stetson, Harloquinn and Valkyrie. (Globe and Mail -- National)
Celebrity Blunders, Bombs and Breakups - Americans Find Escape and Enjoyment in Entertainment News Feb 14, 2009
While Emma and Aiden were the most popular baby names among us common folk, singer Ashlee Simpson, younger sister of Jessica Simpson, named her baby Bronx Mowgli. And Gwen Stefani introduced Zuma Nesta Rock to the world, making Suri sound somewhat normal. (Pekin Times, IL)
Ethan, Olivia and Ava Alberta's top baby names Feb 14, 2009
Ethan, Olivia and Ava Alberta's top baby names. Ethan, Olivia and Ava Alberta's top baby names ... The Alberta government has released the list of baby names from 2008. (Canada.com)
The burden of a name Feb 9, 2009
We read baby names online. We asked friends at parties. (Globe and Mail -- Business)
Bookstore is ready for a wintry February Feb 8, 2009
Plan ahead for baby names, weddings (not necessarily in that order), gardens and yard projects, bathing suit weather and accompanying golfing, fishing, etc. The few dollars that you ll spend will ease these final wintery days and contribute to the programs offered by the Wilmington Library. (Wilmington Advocate, MA)
Names do impact our political choices Mar 30, 2008
Your Connection to the. Web Search powered by YAHOO. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Louis Short: What’s in a name can be scary Mar 29, 2008
The book is called Bad Baby Names: The Worst True Names Parents Saddled Their Kids With, and You Can Too. " There was a short list of sample names listed in the book, and goodness, there are some terrible names out there.Here is what I pulled from : Fanny Pack, Ima Hooker, Fanny Whiffer, Post Office, Warren Peace, Nice Carr, Tiny Hooker. What are these parents thinking? Were they thinking? I believe there are two conclusions to my questions. 1. The parents were thinking and thought they were... (Heber Springs Sun-Times, AR)
Media Giants Compete For Online Ad Dollars Mar 25, 2008
VIACOM INC. - In February, Viacom expanded Nickelodeon's ParentsConnect Network with the purchase of Baby Names World and other parenting sites from Babunga. ParentsConnect also has independent Web sites such as GreatSchools. (CBS News)
What's in a name? Apparently not all that much Mar 15, 2008
Today, though, the case for Cash's theory looks much stronger, and I say this even after learning about Emma Royd and Post Office in a new book, "Bad Baby Names," by Michael Sherrod and Matthew Rayback. By scouring census records from 1790 to 1930, Sherrod and Rayback discovered Garage Empty, Hysteria Johnson, King Arthur, Infinity Hubbard, Please Cope, Major Slaughter, Helen Troy, several Satans and a host of colleagues to the famed Ima Hogg (including Ima Pigg, Ima Muskrat, Ima Nut and Ima... (International Herald Tribune -- Health)
The Wackiest Celebrity Baby Names Mar 8, 2008
A List of The Goofiest Named Kids in Hollywood. Whether it was for the sake of a good joke, a desire to force certian careers or simply an ego issue celebrities have picked some wild names for their wee ones. (Suite101.com)
Angel, Isabella top Arizona baby names Mar 3, 2008
In 1997, Isabella was not even in the top 100 for female baby names in Arizona. By 2002, it was the 10th-most-popular girl's name. (AZCentral -- News)
Hef Wants the Olsen Twins Mar 3, 2008
J.Lo Picks Baby Names. Chris Hates Spending Money. (TMZ.com)
Students lag in history and lit Mar 1, 2008
Hussein is actually an arabic word that means good-looking according to Baby Names World. When Obama was named in 1961, Saddam Hussein was completely unknown, so unless his parents were fortune-tellers, I doubt they named him in honor of Saddam. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Suggestions for Unique Baby Names Feb 28, 2008
Everything from cities to athletes to literary characters provides options for interesting baby names. Naming a child is a big endeavor. (Suite101.com)
Nick Adds Babunga Online Properties Feb 19, 2008
1 million unique visitors (comScore, December 2007), and features 27,000 baby names; 3dpregnancy. com, which allows expecting moms to track their pregnancies with weekly information on the pregnancy experience; and Wikiparenting. (Multichannel News)
Nickelodeon/MTVN Kids & Family Group Expands Parenting Reach with Acquisition of Babunga.com's Pregnancy-Focused Sites for Nickelodeon's ParentsConnect.com Feb 19, 2008
1 million unique visitors (comScore, December 2007), and features 27,000 baby names. Babunga. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Tinsel Town is enemy No. 1 Feb 18, 2008
(I'll write you up a list of approved baby names, OK. . (The Augusta Chronicle)
THE FIRST RACE Feb 17, 2008
Most Popular Baby Names: Michael and Mary (Jacob and Emily as of 2006). In the News. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Hollywood writers end huge strike Feb 14, 2008
Quiz: Celebrity baby names. Kids to pay for parents' parking. (CBBC Newsround)
Help, my name's Lolita Feb 14, 2008
"Names come in and out of favour", says Pamela Redmond Satran, a naming expert and author of eight books on baby names, including The Brilliant Book of Baby Names and Cool Names for Babies. "Monica is a good example in the US. The name had been inching up and was at number 79 in 1997. The Monica character in Friends helped make it popular. But in 1998, after the Monica Lewinsky scandal broke, the name slipped to 105 and went down even further the next year, never to recover. Some think Lucifer's... (BBC News -- UK)
From Bliss to the blues| Feb 6, 2008
"You were once focused on meetings and deadlines; now youre fantasising about baby names and being a mother.". Coping strategies: If you have a job, compartmentalise. (iAfrica.com)
Allen is latest Celtic floored by flu bug Jan 30, 2008
Local Search Site Search. THIS STORY HAS BEEN FORMATTED FOR EASY PRINTING. (Boston Globe)
Cache Valley Baby Names 2007 Jan 28, 2008
Published: Monday, January 28, 2008 1:12 AM CST nd the award for Cache Valley s most popular baby names of 2007 goes to drum roll please Emily and Jacob. Although both were in the top 10 in 2006, Jacob made a quick jump up the list to push last year s frontrunner, Ethan, down near the bottom. (Logan Herald Journal, UT)
Alberta bound for election? Jan 28, 2008
A release on Alberta's favourite baby names for 2007 is being held until after the election call. Campaign teams are in place and most candidates have been nominated. (Globe and Mail)
Baby names for parents still searching Jan 20, 2008
And don t be limited by your own culture: Many parents are now finding beautiful and interesting baby names from a wide variety of ethnic and historical origins (Suri Cruise has a Persian name that means red rose ). Check to search thousands of names by origin (look for a Quick Link at the very bottom of the page to Baby Names ). (Montana Standard, MT)
Model Megan Gale quits catwalk Jan 20, 2008
By Jonathon Moran January 20, 2008 06:00am. after 15 years of sashaying down the runway, Megan Gale has decided to quit modelling to focus on her film career, starting with the part of Wonder Woman in George Miller's latest film. (NEWS.com.au)
Brit loses kids over furniture Jan 17, 2008
January 16, 2008 08:19am. Britney Spears arrives at yesterday's court hearing / TMZ. (NEWS.com.au)
Ask Dog Lady: 'Bark Obama' for Labradoodle in chief Jan 15, 2008
If Aidan and Ava were the most popular baby names in 2007 (according to babynames. com), then Marley and Lucy must be the most popular dog names. (Cambridge Chronicle, MA)
L'Oreal thinks Delta's worth it Jan 15, 2008
With a bevy of celebrity babies on the way we take a look at some of the craziest baby names. 00000583. (NEWS.com.au)
'A,' 'J' top 1st letters in Ariz. baby names Jan 7, 2008
Of the 100 most popular baby names for girls in 2006, 22 percent began with 'A.' For boys, the first letter of the alphabet came in second in the top 100 list, with 16 percent ... Go to to search a database of the top 100 baby names for Arizona from 1977 to 2006 and see how they compare nationally. (AZCentral -- News)
Top 10 boys names Jan 4, 2008
Queensland's top baby names for 2007. text/html-documenthttp://brisbanetimes. (Sydney Morning Herald)
Jacob reborn as top name for boys at La Crosse hospitals Jan 3, 2008
TOP BABY NAMES IN 2007 AT LA CROSSE HOSPITALS. Franciscan Skemp. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Every breath a gift Jan 2, 2008
Jessie read a book of baby names from cover to cover, but Gil wouldn't let her settle on a name or buy anything for the baby. He feared she was getting too attached to a life that might not survive. (Albany Times Union)
New parents choose unique names for their babies Dec 30, 2007
com's recently released list of most popular baby names for 2007 ... com's list of most popular baby names for 2007. (The News-Herald)
Tennesse births rise 3.2 percent Dec 29, 2007
While the department won't release specific numbers for 2007 until next year, the top baby names in the state in 2007 were Madison, for a girl, and William for a boy. Also on the list of top baby names for 2007 were, for girls, Emma, Emily, Addison, Abigail, Hannah, Ava, Chloe, Isabella and Anna. (Memphis Business Journal, TN)
Old-Fashioned Baby Names for Girls Dec 29, 2007
Look back a few generations and you'll find some great baby names to use today ... Old-fashioned baby names-- or names that were popular several generations ago-- appeal to many parents. (Suite101.com)
