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Otto Lopez Leads MLB in Hits: Otto's Quiet Comeback
Otto Lopez's breakout shines a light on a vintage name's modern revival. SSA data shows the trajectory — and it's climbing.
By Jack Lin
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A Good Girl's Guide to Murder S2: Smart Girl Names
Fans of the May 27 return want clever, British-flavored girl names like Pip. 18 sharp picks with real depth.
By Ivy Hung
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Spider-Noir Drops: Vintage 1930s Names Make a Return
The Spider-Noir series brings Depression-era New York to life — and with it, a wave of moody, beautiful 1930s names worth putting on a birth certificate.
By Ivy Hung
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AMA-Worthy Pet Names: Pop Star Inspired Picks
From Glitter to Benny to Luna, pop star culture delivers the best pet names of the year. Here are our AMA-inspired picks for dogs and cats.
By Ivy Hung
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American Music Awards 2026: Names From the Red Carpet
The AMAs red carpet is a masterclass in name trends. From chart-toppers to newcomers, here are the baby and pet names worth borrowing this year.
By Ivy Hung
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Taylor Townsend at Roland Garros: The Unisex Name Boom
Taylor was once 90% female. Then 90% male. Now it's genuinely split. Here's what 40 years of SSA data reveals about America's unisex name journey.
By Jack Lin
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Coco Gauff Defends Paris: Why Coco Owns Pet Names
Coco Gauff's Roland Garros title defense has made Coco one of the most-searched pet names of the year. Here's why it works so well.
By Ivy Hung
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Sinner Chases a Career Slam: Italian Boy Names Surging
Jannik Sinner's Roland Garros run is putting Italian boy names in the spotlight. Here are the melodic picks climbing US charts.
By Jack Lin
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Canadiens vs Hurricanes: French-Canadian Names Heat Up
Montreal's deep NHL run is reigniting interest in Quebec's rich naming heritage. Here's what the data says about French-Canadian names.
By Jack Lin
Analysis·9 min
The Chi Says Goodbye: Chicago Names From the Final Season
As The Chi wraps its final season, we look at the soulful, grounded Chicago names that defined the show and the South Side.
By Ivy Hung
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Grogu Effect: Naming Your Dog or Cat After Baby Yoda
Baby Yoda conquered the internet. Now Grogu is a legitimate pet name. Here's why it works and what other Mandalorian names suit your pet.
By Ivy Hung
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Mandalorian & Grogu Hits Theaters: Star Wars Baby Names
The galaxy's most beloved duo is on the big screen. Here are the Star Wars names that actually work on a real birth certificate.
By Ivy Hung