Tessa Thompson

Tessa Thompson, a Yale University Linguistics graduate, has been a valuable contributor to our blog section since 2018. With over a decade of experience in onomastics, Tessa specializes in uncovering the origins and meanings behind names from various cultures. Her previous work includes collaborating with top websites and consulting for expectant parents. When she's not researching names, Tessa enjoys traveling and learning about different naming traditions worldwide.

April 23, 2025
Tessa Thompson
Names and Meanings

541 Giggle-saurus: Prehistorically Punny Dino Names

Looking for a hilarious dinosaur name that will make everyone roar with laughter? If you’re naming a pet, character, or just want a good chuckle, funny dinosaur names add...

April 23, 2025
Tessa Thompson
Names and Meanings

355 Unique And Funny Names to Win Big on Blooket

Ready to become a Blooket legend? Imagine your classmates erupting in laughter when “QuizzyMcQuizFace” tops the leaderboard! Blooket has changed boring review sessions into engaging educational competitions, where your...

April 23, 2025
Tessa Thompson
Names and Meanings

Quack Up! 69 Great Duck Names You’ll Love

Ducks waddle into our hearts with their adorable antics and charming personalities, making them irresistible pets and beloved characters in stories around the world. Finding the perfect name for...

April 23, 2025
Tessa Thompson
Names and Meanings

603 Goat Names With Flair: Barnyard Fame

Are you struggling to find the perfect name for your new goaty friend? Choosing the right goat name can be both fun and challenging! If you’re naming a farm...

April 23, 2025
Tessa Thompson
Names and Meanings

601 Perky Penguin Names: Playful Picks for Polar Pals

Looking for the perfect penguin name for your stuffed animal, character, or virtual pet? Penguin names can be fun, silly, or meaningful, with each name having its special traits....

April 23, 2025
Tessa Thompson
Names and Meanings

555 Bull Names that Are Bold, Powerful and Unique

Hey there, animal lovers! Have you ever seen those big, strong bulls in farms or fields and wondered what they’re called? Bulls are amazing farm animals that have been...

April 23, 2025
Tessa Thompson
Names and Meanings

275 Hiss-terical Snake Names You’ll Love to Slither By

Did you ever think naming a snake could be this much fun? Get ready to laugh out loud with these super creative and totally silly snake names! From “Danger...

April 23, 2025
Tessa Thompson
Names and Meanings

445 Funny Farm Names That’ll Crack You Up

Ever driven past a farm with a name so funny it made you do a double-take? Farm names have a special kind of charm, especially when they make you...

April 23, 2025
Tessa Thompson
Names and Meanings

397 Playful, Quirky, Strong, and Unique Frog Names

Have you ever looked into the eyes of a small, green frog and felt an instant connection? That’s what happened at a local pond last summer. This tiny hopping...

April 23, 2025
Tessa Thompson
Names and Meanings

561 Funny Bunny Names for Your Fluffy Friend

Looking for the perfect name for your fluffy new friend? This complete collection of funny bunny names will help you find that special moniker that matches your pet’s personality!...