Names
Internet divided over mom's plan to give son "really silly" name
A parenting expert told Newsweek how couples can find common ground on potential baby names.
Automakers have unique ways of deciding on vehicle names
What's an Ariya? Automakers go back to the drawing board (and history books) for EV lines and vehicle names.
Husband vetoing wife's baby name choice backed: "I was shocked"
"It's a stupid name and you have the right to veto it. NTA," said one Reddit user.
The most popular dog name in every U.S. state has been revealed
Movies and television influenced many of the canine names chosen, with Winnie, Zeus, Gizmo, Thor and Mickey among the most popular, according to a new study.
The baby names predicted to be most popular in every U.S. state this year
Liam and Olivia are expected to be among the most popular names nationwide.
Anger at woman ridiculing sister-in-law's "old fashioned" baby name online
"Everyone commenting was being nasty about my name choice," the new mom told followers on Reddit.
Baby name that would "upset" mother-in-law divides opinion
The mom-to-be had suggested asking her mother-in-law's permission to use their favorite baby name, but opinion was divided.
Woman "furious" husband's twin sister chose this baby name sparks debate
"Your feelings are your feelings, but there's nothing you or your husband can do about it, so I wouldn't hold it against him," said one user.
Dad backed for laughing at wife's "outdated" baby name choice for son
"Names need to be 2 yeses," said one commenter of the viral post.
Man calling sister "selfish" over name chosen for unborn baby girl cheered
The Redditor revealed that his sister wants to name her unborn daughter Krxstxl.
Mom-to-be backed over plans to give child "cruel" name
An mom-to-be has shared how her friends told her that her child would be "ridiculed" because of her baby name choice.
Mom hurt after best friend stole her baby name, then ghosted her
"I felt quite hurt that my best friend couldn't just say, 'Hey, I loved this name and I really want to give it to my baby,'" one mom told Newsweek.
Backlash as University swaps religious names like Easter for spring term
"These new names use more accessible and widely recognized terminology," an LSE spokesperson told Newsweek.
Pregnant woman urged not to use "out there" baby name for daughter
"Of course. If you're giving birth to a Powerpuff Girl. Otherwise...of course not," one commenter on the woman's post wrote of the unique name.
Kylie Jenner fans cringe over son Aire's name meaning in Arabic
As the businesswoman unveiled her son's name almost a year after his birth, a number of Instagram users pointed out its eyebrow-raising slang meaning in Arabic.
Man shares epic list of nicknames he invented for his mother-in-law—"Huffy"
"Frantom of the opera," said another reply. While one Redditor opted for: "Francakes."
Mom refusing to use daughter-in-law's real name slammed: "Just a nickname"
A woman has been voted "not the a******" for repeatedly asking her in-laws to get her name right.
Baby Names: Don't let your mother-in-law influence your decision
Is your mother-in-law pushing you to choose the baby name she wants? Or has she tried to sway you from choosing a name you love? Here's some expert advice.
Man making fiancée's family uncomfortable over death of his parents praised
"The in-laws are simply upset because they didn't get the reaction they wanted from their bullying," one user said.
Mom accusing ex-husband of "stealing" baby name for new daughter slammed
A mom has been told to "let it go" after becoming upset that her ex-husband's new partner wants to name her daughter after a character from "Frozen."
Mom urged not to change baby's name to please "opinionated" mother-in-law
"There are very few cases in which parents should change a child's name," Taylor A. Humphrey, founder of What's in a Baby Name told Newsweek.
The most popular holiday-inspired dog name in each state has been revealed
A study by Yappy.com also lists the most popular holiday-inspired names by dog breed.
Teen reminding stepmom she's not her dead daughter cheered: 'very creepy'
"Megan is being inappropriate and needs therapy. You shouldn't have to deal with that," one user said.
'My Name Is Unpronounceable, The View's Attack on Nikki Haley Was Shameful'
I understand the pronunciation landmine that plagues public figures like Nikki Haley.
Dad-to-Be Urged to Copy Name of Cousin's New Baby: 'Our Hearts Set on It'
"No one owns a name. Call your baby what you want." one user said.
Charles to Reign as 'King Charles III'
Britain's new king will be officially known as King Charles III as royal opts to keep his own name.
Woman Cheered for Dumping Boyfriend Over 'Weird and Embarrassing' Comment
"As her boyfriend, you should be the last person making her feel judged," said one reply on the viral Reddit post.
Woman Backed for Resenting Parents' Name Choice—'No One Can Pronounce It'
The easier a name is to pronounce, "the more positively it is judged," according to a May 2012 study in the Journal of Experimental Social Psychology.
Woman Asking Fiancé To Remove Tattoo of Ex-Wife's Name Splits Internet
"It's very controlling behavior to ask him to remove it. Your insecurity is not reason enough to force him to undergo removal treatment," one user said.
Parent Sparks Cultural Appropriation Baby Name Debate With Gran's Nickname
"Just because the name is loosely associated with a character in brownface doesn't mean it doesn't have other associations," said one reply.