Archive for the 'Literary Babes' Category
Name of the Day: Dinah
I am Dinah Lord. My real name is Diana, but my sister changed it.
In the Katharine Hepburn film The Philadelphia Story, the kid sister introduces herself with that line. It’s always sparked my curiosity.
Thanks to Nessa for suggesting today’s Name of the Day: Dinah.
Filed under: Biblical Babes, Literary Babes, Music & Lyrics, Names for Girls, Names of the Day | 9 Comments
Tags: Dina, Dinah
Name of the Day: Primo
At first glance, this seems both the perfect name for a son born on New Year’s Day and a bit too much. Okay, maybe much too much.
But it turns out that he has a surprising amount of history. Here’s our Name of the Day for 1/1/09: Primo.
Filed under: Literary Babes, Names for Boys, Names of the Day, Rarities, Saints | 7 Comments
Tags: Primo
Name of the Day: January
Ever since the third installment of American Pie hit the big screen, I’ve been wondering about the moniker worn by one of the actresses.
With the last day of 2008 upon us, today’s Name of the Day is the forward looking January.
Filed under: As Seen on TV, Calendar Girls, Literary Babes, Names for Girls, Names of the Day, Seasons, Silver Screen | 6 Comments
Tags: January
Name of the Day: Odette
She’s a World War II heroine and a plum role for a ballerina. If you’re looking for a rarity with French flair, this one might be ideal.
Thanks to Nessa for suggesting our Name of the Day: Odette.
Filed under: Literary Babes, Names for Girls, Names of the Day, O Baby!, Rarities | 5 Comments
Tags: Odette, Odile, Odilia
Name of the Day: Roland
He’s a heroic medieval knight, a legend whose exploits were celebrated in stories throughout Europe. But would he wear well on a boy born in our times?
Thanks to Lola for suggesting our Name of the Day: Roland.
Filed under: Literary Babes, Medieval Monikers, Myths & Legends, Names for Boys, Names of the Day, O Baby! | 6 Comments
Tags: Roland, Orlando, Rolando
Name of the Day: Dorothea
With the holiday season upon us, today’s choice carries an appropriate meaning.
Thanks to Lola for suggesting our Name of the Day: Dorothea.
Filed under: Literary Babes, Names for Girls, Names of the Day, Saints, Silver Screen | 11 Comments
Tags: Dorothea, Dorothy
Name of the Day: Philip
He’s regal, he’s classic and yet the 21st century has not been kind to him.
Thanks to Lola for suggesting our Name of the Day: Philip.
Filed under: Ancient World, Charles Dickens, Literary Babes, Little Ruler, Sweet P | 9 Comments
Name of the Day: Alexander
It’s an undeniably ancient name that has reached dizzying heights of popularity in the 21st century.
In honor of a very special birthday boy, today’s Name of the Day is Alexander.
Filed under: Ancient World, Literary Babes, Little Ruler, Myths & Legends, Names for Boys, Names of the Day, Saints, X Marks the Name | 13 Comments
Tags: Alec, Alex, Alexander, Alexei, Sasha, Xander, Zander, Zane
Name of the Day: Zelda
She’s an exotic Z-name, but might prove surprisingly easy to wear.
Thanks to Lola for suggesting our Name of the Day: Zelda.
Filed under: Last But Not Least: Z Names, Literary Babes, Names for Girls, Names of the Day | 7 Comments
Tags: Zelda
Name of the Day: Araminta
Isabel’s popularity led to the rise of Annabel. Parents who loved Annabel quickly discovered Arabella. Could this choice be the next logical favorite?
Thanks to Lola for suggesting our Name of the Day: Araminta.
Filed under: Literary Babes, Names for Girls, Names of the Day | 11 Comments
Tags: Araminta
