10,000 Baby Names: How to choose the best name for your baby

Choosing a name for your baby is an exciting, but difficult task. We bring you 10,000 names, their origins and meanings, as well as Britain's most popular baby names, recent celebrity choices, and important things to consider.

So you're expecting a baby - congratulations! Now comes one of the most enjoyable, yet difficult, decisions you'll have to make as new parents: choosing a name for your baby. We guide you through what you need to consider when making this important decision, as well as a generous helping of funny and unfortunate real names, so you know what NOT to name your baby. If your surname is WHITE don't call your child ISLA; Check that your baby's initials don't spell GBH or RAT; What are the top 10 boys and girls names? With over 10,000 names, their origin and meaning, we'll provide the inspiration and advice you need to make a choice you and your baby are happy with for life.