Zona Gale; Image via Wikipedia
She’s a blast from the past, a once common name worn by a famous writer. Today, she’s all but unknown – and not likely to return.
Thanks to Beth one from her family tree for our Baby Name of the Day: Zona.
Photo by me and the sysop via Flickr
Looking for name that is both a literary and a Biblical heavy hitter?
Thanks to Marlene for suggesting one that fits the bill. Our Baby Name of the Day is Ishmael.
She’s the princess-ogre in Shrek, an Irish(ish) option with an appealing sound.
Thanks to Melissa for suggesting Fiona as our Baby Name of the Day.
If Story is a name, why not this poetic choice?
Thanks to Kaela for suggesting Sonnet as our Baby Name of the Day.
She’s an alternative to the mega-popular Olivia, a classic boosted just the tiniest bit by a sitcom staple.
Thanks to Dan for suggesting Cecilia as our Baby Name of the Day.
L20 by toofarnorth via Flickr
Every once in a while a request comes in that seems impossible. It’s as if the name was invented, and used just that once. Until you look just a little deeper, and it becomes apparent that the name isn’t invented, but merely long forgotten.
Thanks to Ashley for suggesting the mysterious Ladusky as our Baby Name of the Day.
Tamora Pierce's Alanna; Image via Wikipedia
Alan is a classic, with a history of use stretching back centuries. But this feminine form feels surprisingly modern.
Thanks to Kerry for suggesting her daughter’s name, Alanna, as our Baby Name of the Day.
He’s a saintly Irish appellation and a sci fi warrior.
Thanks to Violet for suggesting Conan as our Baby Name of the Day.
Jules Verne lights in Amiens, France by ninasaurusrex via Flickr
He’s a literary French spin on an ancient appellation.
Thanks to Maia for suggesting her son’s name as our Baby Name of the Day: Jules.
B is for buried; image by WagsomeDog via Flickr
He’s a stylish surname bounding up the charts.
