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Locate the ideal name for your baby
Using our personalized search engine, you can filter by gender, origin, popularity, and so much more! Simply enter your last name, and let our generator provide suggestions that sound and look just right.
Personalize your search with AI
Our generator instantly adapts to your preferences, giving you 100% relevant suggestions. You’re in control—our AI does the heavy lifting! Just specify:
- Last name
- Enter your last name to see which first names align best, ensuring a harmonious and pleasant ring.
- Gender
- Whether you’re expecting a girl, a boy, or prefer a unisex option, we’ll tailor the suggestions accordingly.
- Origin
- If you have a soft spot for a specific cultural background, our generator will highlight names that celebrate that heritage.
- Theme
- Whether nature, art, literature, or any other theme inspires you, we’ll help you find a name that reflects what you cherish.
- Name length
- Maybe you love short and sweet, or perhaps you’re after something longer and more majestic. Indicate your preference, and we’ll do the rest.
- First letter
- If you’d like your child’s name to begin with a particular letter, we’ll recommend a selection that honors that choice.
2025 trends
Curious about the names set to make waves this year? Check out our roundup of 2025’s most popular picks and get inspired for your future baby.
On the blog: fresh ideas and practical tips
Browse our articles for a wealth of inspiration: origins, meanings, anecdotes—everything you need to find a name that resonates perfectly with your family.
Frequently asked questions
Still not sure? Here are answers to our most common queries:
- How does our generator work?
- Pick the best name uses advanced algorithms and AI to sift through thousands of names based on your specific criteria, like gender, origin, popularity, and the way each name pairs with your last name. Just enter your preferences and last name to get a list of harmonious, family-friendly suggestions.
- What types of names can I search for on Pick the best name?
- You can explore names from various origins (French, Italian, Arabic, etc.), different genders (male, female, unisex), and multiple popularity levels (well-known, rare). We continually update our database to capture the latest trends and top choices.
- Can Pick The Best Name recommend baby names that match my last name?
- Absolutely. A key feature of Pick The Best Name is suggesting names that harmonize with your last name, ensuring a pleasing look and sound.
- Is Pick The Best Name free?
- Yes, our service is completely free for all users.
- Is there a limit to how many searches I can make?
- No, you can perform unlimited searches to experiment with as many combinations and criteria as you like.
- How does Pick The Best Name keep the suggested names current and accurate?
- We continually refine our algorithms with new data from user surveys and baby name trend analyses, so our suggestions stay fresh and diverse.