If your patriotic spirit is especially strong this Fourth of July, you might consider naming your newborn with inspiration from the colors of the American flag — that is, of course, red, white and blue. Whether your baby's birth date falls on or close to Independence Day, or you...

61 red, white and blue-inspired baby names for your little firecracker

Like skinny jeans and no-show socks, there are baby names we're seeing less and less of these days. Take Karen, for example. While it peaked at number 4 in the 1950s and 1960s, it's fallen over time. It was ranked 823 among the most popular baby names in 2023. 331 baby girls were named Karen in 2023.

These baby names used to be popular. Why they are disappearing fast

Ah, flowers. They are a perfect gift for any holiday or a “just because.” They can brighten up a mood, room, and, well, even a baby name. If you love flowers and have a baby on the way, you might be considering naming your little one after one of these beautiful parts of nature. There are many options to choose from, too.

Top Trending Botanical-Inspired Baby Names Parents Love

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AI is taking over everything, from robocalls to baby names.

A baby name expert revealed that parents are picking names ending in “ai” — but not for the reasons you think. 

Sophie Kihm, the editor-in-chief at Nameberry, which claims to be the world’s largest website devoted to baby names, recently shared the baby name trends she’s been noticing. 



While it’s common for pop culture or parents’ interest to influence the names they choose for their children, the rise of artificial intelligence is not why the names being written on birth certificates end in “ai.” 

The expert explained that “names that end...

Baby name expert reveals parents are picking names ending in ‘ai’

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Fans of Frisco's Chicken were left reeling as the beloved Peruvian-style eatery announced the closure of all its locations in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. The chain, known for its delicious food and strong community values, posted a heartfelt note on its doors, informing customers of the devastating news.

Favorite Chicken Chain Suddenly Closes All Stores, Heartfelt Message Found on Doors

The 1970s might be best remembered for being an experimental decade across many fronts but baby names wasn’t necessarily one of them. The top baby boy names of the 1970s were generally traditional — names that have been topping the baby names charts for 100 years. According to Social Security Administration data, four of the top 10 baby boy names in the 1970s — James, John, Robert, and William — were also in the top 10 list of names 50 years earlier, in the 1920s.

Top 50 baby names of the 1970s

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Yesterday was the third time this year that an ad stating Chelsea Clinton lives in a beautiful Virginia home popped up on my laptop. My computer did not warn me this was a dangerous site, so this time, I clicked on the link.

Chelsea Clinton is rumored to be living in Virginia but probably still in NYC

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A woman has taken to Reddit to detail how her chosen baby name became quite popular when her sister really wanted to use it for her own kid. She refused to change the name of her child though.

‘My mom asked me to change my baby’s name so my sister could have it’

Rapper Drake revealed on Tuesday evening that his Canadian mansion had flooded after heavy rain in the Toronto region for the past few days. "This better be Espresso Martini," he captioned a video on his Instagram story. The clip walked viewers through what appears to be a walk-in closet and dressing/vanity area with several inches of brown water on the floor.

Drake shares video of his flooded Toronto mansion

Choosing a child’s name is a significant early decision for parents. However, if you ask us, some take the responsibility far too lightly. Picking an unconventional name might seem like a good idea at the time, but in these cases, perhaps sticking with classics like Tom or Mary would have been a safer bet.

23 of the Cringiest Baby Names You’ll Ever Hear

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Trying to find a name? There's one baby-naming tool you need if you’re about to welcome a new addition and are in the process of picking out a baby name. Baby name choices can be overwhelming, especially if you’re concerned with the popularity of a baby name name. Perhaps you want a baby name no one else in your little one’s class will have, or perhaps you want a baby name that is trending.

How to see the popularity of any baby name over the last century

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Panda ants are actually wasps masquerading as an adorable ant, with black and white females possessing stingers half as long as their entire bodies.

Panda ant: The wasps whose black and white females have giant stingers and parasitic babies

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Shortly before 3 AM, people in the Chicago area may have felt their houses shake as a 3.4-magnitude earthquake occurred about 60 miles west of the city. (CHICAGO) The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported a 3.4-magnitude earthquake around Somonauk, IL. Somonauk is in DeKalb and LaSalle Counties, 64 miles west of Chicago.

Did You Feel the Earthquake?

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Tragic End for South Florida Hispanic Building Tycoon Sergio Pino. Fort Lauderdale, FL - In a shocking turn of events, prominent South Florida homebuilder Sergio Pino was found dead in his Coral Gables home on Tuesday morning. The Miami-Dade County Medical Examiner's Office confirmed that Pino died from an apparent suicide.

South Florida Tycoon Dead After FBI Raids on Homes and Office

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The Social Security Administration's data shows what parents were naming their newborns half a century ago.

These Were The Most Popular Baby Names 50 Years Ago

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Inspiration for baby names can come from anywhere, but one woman specifically turned to a cemetery.Haley Hodge previously posted a video on TikTok where she visited a cemetery because she thought it would be a good spot to find name suggestions. Now, Hodge is revealing what name she ended up choosing.Her video began by giving hints to the name as text across the screen read: “Meaning: peaceful, safe; complete.” Hodge also mentioned that there was a “family water connection,” as her daughter would be named after a “34.7 mile-long tributary of the Delaware River.”She then explained that she found the...

Mother who went to cemetery for baby name inspiration reveals daughter’s name

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Conflicts are inevitable in life as we have different opinions. Some zodiac signs are good at arguing while others strive to create harmony and avoid arguments. Yet, conflict resolution is a crucial skill at home and work. It helps people live peacefully and in unity.

5 Zodiac Signs Who Are Most Likely to Win Arguments

YouTube star Billy LeBlanc has announced his girlfriend has died and he almost passed away after they both contracted an infection from eating raw oysters. “I’m sure none of you know but I recently almost died. I was in the hospital for 12 days. Unfortunately Natalie didn’t make it and she passed away,” LeBlanc wrote on Instagram on Sunday, July 14.

YouTuber Billy LeBlanc’s girlfriend dies from infection after eating raw oysters

Move over Amazon and Target, there's another retailer adding its name (and head-turning deals to the mix. Best Buy is coming in hot with its Black Friday in July event, and we're seeing some deals even Prime Day can't compete with. From hundreds (yes, hundreds) off the Samsung Frame TV...

Best Buy’s ‘Black Friday in July’ sale is here! Shop tech and appliances up to 70% off

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Virginia Wendy Williams fans, this is your July 2024 update on the former talk show host. Her best friend of 44 years, Regina Schell, has shared recent concerns with TV Show Aces and says she has not seen or talked to Wendy in more than a year.

Wendy Williams fans are worried after her best friend claims not to have heard from her in a year

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These 122 astrology-inspired baby names are written in the stars

Astrology names inspired by the stars are the perfect choice for a baby who is your galaxy. When picking an astrology baby name, there's much to...

These 122 astrology-inspired baby names are written in the stars

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