When writers Pamela Redmond and Linda Rosenkrantz published their first baby name book “Beyond Jennifer & Jason” in 1988, they introduced a new approach to organizing and analyzing baby names. Rather than following the traditional A-to-Z dictionary format, they created themed lists covering categories like vintage names, celebrity choices, and names from different cultures. The book examined naming trends, style changes, and the influence of pop culture on parents’ naming decisions.
This initial publication led to a series of ten books, including “Cool Names for Babies” and “The Baby Name Bible.” In 2008, recognizing the shift of name research from print to digital, Redmond and Rosenkrantz partnered with engineer Hugh Hunter to launch Nameberry.com.
Today, Nameberry serves as a comprehensive resource for parents seeking baby names. The site features a database of more than 70,000 names, complete with meanings and origins. It publishes daily news about naming trends and offers thousands of curated name lists. The platform attracts six million unique monthly visitors and generates 25 million page views from users worldwide.
The site’s offerings have expanded beyond basic name listings. Nameberry now includes a daily email newsletter, active social media presence, and a name generator called Baby Name DNA. For parents wanting personalized guidance, the site offers private name consulting services.
Pamela Redmond, who serves as Nameberry’s CEO, oversees both business operations and editorial content. Her expertise on baby names has made her a frequent contributor to publications including The New York Times, People, and Buzzfeed. She has appeared on television shows such as Oprah and The Today Show, and has been interviewed by NPR and the BBC.
Beyond her work in the naming industry, Redmond is an established novelist. Her book “Younger” was adapted into a seven-season television series starring Sutton Foster and Hilary Duff. She currently resides in Los Angeles and continues to lead Nameberry while pursuing her writing career.
Linda Rosenkrantz, Redmond’s longtime collaborator, contributes regularly to the site with articles about naming trends and celebrity choices. She is also an accomplished author in her own right, having written the novel “Talk,” which was later reissued by New York Review Books Classics.
The impact of their work is reflected in naming statistics: in 1988, when “Beyond Jennifer & Jason” was published, approximately 22,000 different names were used for babies in the United States. By 2024, that number had increased to 33,000, showing a 50 percent expansion in naming diversity.
From its origins as a fresh approach to name books to its current status as a digital platform, Nameberry has grown into a trusted resource for expectant parents. The site continues to provide detailed name information, analysis of naming trends, and tools to help parents find names that resonate with their personal style and preferences.