Contributor

Laura Wattenberg

Baby Name Wizard

“Baby Name Wizard” Laura Wattenberg takes a unique research-driven, analytical approach to understanding names and style. Through her book and website, she has helped countless thousands of parents find the perfect names for their growing families.

Laura’s analysis of name trends and culture has been featured in such media outlets as the New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, "CBS Sunday Morning" and "All Things Considered." A former researcher and software developer, Laura is also known for interactive tools like the “NameVoyager” grapher. She lives in Massachusetts with her husband and two daughters.