Emily McNamara
Senior Content Writer
  • Emily works across various platforms for The Knot Worldwide, The Bump being one of her favorites.
  • She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Creative Writing, qualifying in English and Classics.
  • Emily lives in the beloved city of Galway, Ireland.

My favorite baby names are the ones with celestial, mythological, and spiritual significance. As someone who loves learning about diverse spiritual cultures and has an affinity for the cosmos, baby names have helped me discover so much about the world.

Emily McNamara

Content Writer

At The Bump, Emily writes baby name descriptions to help parents pick the perfect names for their new arrivals. Emily is passionate about etymology and language and loves highlighting the best each name has to offer. Throughout The Knot Worldwide, Emily writes content for wedding vendors and works in editorial for the UK platform, Hitched.

Education
Emily studied at the University of Galway and graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Creative Writing. Having found a calling with her chosen specialties, Emily is delighted to be a part of The Bump and The Knot Worldwide as a passionate and dedicated writer. Emily’s pursuit of knowledge is never-ending. Her favorite pastimes include researching mythologies, binge-watching historical documentaries, and analyzing music from a cultural and sociological perspective.

Experience
Before earning a role as a content writer, Emily worked primarily in the customer service and tourism industries. She has explored many creative projects throughout the years, from screenwriting to poetry and non-fiction, and is currently working on a fantasy book series. Emily is also a freelance music content writer, developing press releases for local independent musicians, and she occasionally does tarot readings.