Sister's 'Crime' Baby Names Baffle Family Online
A woman was left stunned after her pregnant sister shared a list of prospective baby names, all branded a 'huge crime'. Discover the bizarre spellings that sparked online mockery.
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6 Great Reads: Guardian's Top Weekend Features
Discover six brilliant Guardian reads covering unusual names shaping lives, football friendships, European health habits, romance scams, AI in healthcare, and heartbreaking stories.
How unusual names shape people's lives
The Guardian is investigating how unique names, like Rihanna's children RZA and Riot, influence perceptions and life experiences. Share your story anonymously.
Baby names to avoid in 2026 revealed by expert
A baby naming expert warns parents which 'tragic' names will feel dated by 2026. Discover the full list of trends to avoid for your newborn.
Woman slams parents for 'tragic' name 'Olivyah'
A woman reveals her lifelong frustration with the name 'Olivyah', a unique spelling her parents chose as a compromise. Discover why she calls it a 'tragediegh' and the impact it has had.
Classic Baby Names on the Brink of Extinction
A new report reveals the classic baby names, like Karen and Gary, that have seen a 90% drop in use and are now at risk of disappearing entirely. Discover the full list and the reasons behind their decline.
Tragedeigh Baby Names That Will Make You Cringe
From Ymburre to D'Kota, discover the most bewildering baby names going viral on Reddit that teachers will struggle to pronounce for years to come.
Aunt can't accept niece's 'awful' baby name choice
A family dilemma unfolds as an aunt reveals her struggle to accept her niece's controversial baby name choice, sparking debate about family boundaries and modern naming trends.
I named my daughter after our cat - and love it
A mother reveals why she chose a feline-inspired name for her daughter and how people react to the unique moniker that's purr-fectly unusual.
Netflix Baby Names: Shows Inspiring UK Parents
Discover which hit Netflix shows are inspiring British parents' baby name choices, from Bridgerton's Daphne to Stranger Things' Eleven.
My Husband's Surname Is Ruining Our Kids' Lives
A mother reveals the shocking consequences of giving her children their father's surname and why she regrets the traditional naming decision that's causing daily problems.
2025's Weirdest Celebrity Baby Names Revealed
From Katherine Ryan's unusual choice to Hollywood's wildest baby name trends, discover why 2025 is shaping up to be the strangest year yet for celebrity offspring monikers.
Influencer Couple's 'Diabolical' Baby Name Sparks Fury
Social media influencers face intense backlash after revealing their unconventional baby name selection, with critics calling the decision 'selfish' and 'cruel' while sparking wider conversation about unusual baby naming trends.
Husband's bizarre baby name obsession shocks wife
A British mum reveals her husband's outrageous baby name suggestions that left family and friends in shock. Discover the unconventional names that sparked a marital naming war.
Mariska Hargitay reveals correct name pronunciation
Law & Order: SVU star Mariska Hargitay shares the proper pronunciation of her unique name after decades of common mispronunciation, revealing the Hungarian roots and family significance.
Mum defends children's unique names against critics
A mother of four shares the extraordinary stories behind her children's unconventional names and why she stands by her choices despite facing criticism and judgment from strangers.
2025 Baby Name Predictions Revealed
Discover the baby names set to dominate nurseries in 2025, from vintage comebacks to modern favourites shaping the next generation.
Traditional English baby names facing extinction
Official data reveals which traditional English baby names are facing extinction, with some classics seeing fewer than 10 births annually. Discover the endangered names and surprising trends.
UK Village Home to Britain's Most Bizarre House Name
Nestled in the heart of the Cotswolds, the picturesque village of Bibury hides an extraordinary secret - a home with Britain's weirdest name that's steeped in centuries of fascinating history.
Celebrity Real Names Revealed: From Michael Caine to Demi Moore
Discover the surprising birth names of your favourite celebrities and learn why they adopted famous stage personas that made them household names across the globe.
Baby Name Experts Reveal 12 Names to Avoid
Naming specialists identify trending names that could date your child and suggest timeless alternatives for parents-to-be.
Praying Mantis Invasion Stuns Cornwall Residents
A remarkable praying mantis discovery in Mousehole, Cornwall has left wildlife experts baffled as the tropical insect appears thousands of miles from its natural habitat during unusual warm spell.
Inside Britain's Wonkiest Pub: The Crooked House
Discover the surreal experience of visiting Crooked House, Britain's wonkiest pub that defies gravity and expectations in the most spectacular way.
Hurricanes Imelda and Humberto's atmospheric waltz
Meteorologists capture rare spectacle as two hurricanes engage in synchronized dance across Atlantic waters, defying conventional weather patterns in unprecedented display.
Boyfriend's bizarre demand before moving in stuns partner
A woman shares her shock after her partner issued an unusual ultimatum about their living arrangement that's divided opinion among relationship experts.
COVID Symptom Men Must Not Ignore - New Warning
New research reveals a surprising COVID-19 symptom affecting men that many are dismissing. Medical experts explain why this warning sign demands immediate attention and how it could prevent serious complications.
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