Tell us about your family — your values, your heritage, your instincts — and we'll suggest names that actually fit.
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Names suggested
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Grouped themes
~5 min
To complete
A name is the first gift you give.
It will be said a hundred thousand times. It will appear on their first drawing, their school reports, their job applications. It will shape how strangers perceive them before they speak a word. And it will carry — subtly, persistently — the story of where they came from. Getting it right matters. We take it seriously.
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Rooted in your story
We ask about heritage, family history, and values — not just aesthetic preferences. The best names mean something to the people who chose them.
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Genuinely personalised
Every shortlist is generated fresh for your answers. No algorithm, no generic top-100 list. A thoughtful recommendation built around your family specifically.
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Rich context for each name
Origin, meaning, pronunciation, notable figures, common nicknames, middle name pairings — everything you need to say "yes, that's the one."
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Download your shortlist
Save your results as a PDF to discuss with your partner, share with family, or return to over the coming weeks. The shortlist is yours to keep.
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Getting started
Are you finding out the sex?
This helps us focus the suggestions — but choosing "surprise" or "both" works just as well.
Your roots
What's your cultural or ethnic heritage?
Select all that apply. This helps us suggest names that feel genuinely connected to where your family comes from — and avoid names that accidentally jar.
Values & faith
Does religion or spirituality play a role?
Some families want names with clear religious significance. Others prefer names that honour a cultural tradition without overt religious meaning. Both are valid.
Family history
Are there family names you'd like to honour?
A grandparent's name as a middle name. A surname carried forward as a first name. A name that skipped a generation and is ready to return. Tell us.
We only use this to check how first names sound with it. It won't be stored or shared.
Style & feel
What's your naming style?
Select all that resonate. These help us understand the feel you're going for — timeless vs. of-the-moment, safe vs. distinctive.
Preferences
Any sounds, letters, or names to avoid?
Names that clash with the surname, rhyme awkwardly, share initials with something you dislike, or just feel wrong. And names you've already ruled out — with or without a reason.
Sound & rhythm
How long should the name feel?
Think about how it sounds said aloud with your surname. A one-syllable surname often pairs well with longer first names, and vice versa.
Sharing these helps us understand your instincts, even if we suggest different names.
Practicality
Does international usability matter?
Some families want a name that travels well — easy to say in multiple languages, without unexpected meanings in other cultures. Others are happy with a name that's deeply rooted in one tradition.
Meaning & legacy
What do you want the name to say about your child?
Not literally — but what qualities, associations, or ambitions do you want the name to carry? The best names often feel like a quiet statement of hope.
Final thoughts
Anything else we should know?
A story behind a name you love but can't use. A twin consideration. A sibling's name to complement. An instinct you can't explain. Anything at all.
Your answers are only used to generate your name suggestions. They're never stored on our servers, shared with third parties, or used for any other purpose.
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Building your shortlist…
We're considering your heritage, values, and instincts to find names worth keeping.