About EveryNameMeaning

EveryNameMeaning is a free reference for the meaning, origin and pronunciation of names — for babies and pets. We built it to make name information easier to explore, with plain-language descriptions and related name ideas.

Our current name database was assembled with AI-assisted web research. That means entries can contain errors and should be treated as a starting point rather than a fully verified scholarly reference. We are reviewing meanings, origins and other factual claims. Existing popularity figures are not currently presented as verified because their original sources and methodology have not yet been documented consistently.

What we believe

• A name's meaning should be easy to find and free to look up — no signup, no paywall.
• Context matters more than a one-line definition. We try to explain where a name actually comes from.
• Data should be sourced honestly. We aim to distinguish documented facts from interpretations and to correct errors when identified.

Get in touch

Spotted an error, or have a name you'd like to see added? Visit our contact page — we read every message.