He’s part Biblical patriarch, part Gothic novelist.
Thanks to Lindsay for suggesting Abram as our Baby Name of the Day.
He’s part Biblical patriarch, part Gothic novelist.
Thanks to Lindsay for suggesting Abram as our Baby Name of the Day.
He’s a messenger angel, a tough guy with a girly name. His name is among the most popular choices for American boys today.
Thanks to Kelly for suggesting Gabriel as Name of the Day.
Earlier this Fall, we had a Week of Girls’ Names. It wasn’t just because I couldn’t wait to write about Eve, Nancy, Hana, Chelsea and Elinor. It was because there were so many more suggestions for girls’ Names of the Days than boys.
But you, faithful readers, responded with so many great ideas that I’m evening the field. This week will be five days’ of boys’ Names of the Day.
Today’s name was supposed to be Bram, for Bewildertrix. While I tend to enjoy all of the names I write about, Bram has long been a personal favorite. In fact, I knew quite a lot about Bram.
Which wasn’t surprising.
Because he was Name of the Day back in October 2008.
So I’ve done something I’ve never done before – edited and re-issued a revised post. (You’ll see a note at the very end, indicating the date of revision.)
And I’m substituting another interesting choice for today’s post. In this case, he’s a Top 100 pick, an interesting mix of the artistic, the Southern-fried and the nouveau.
But you’ll have to check back later to read all about him.
You can’t talk Halloween without talking vampires. But while a name like Lestat would surely be a burden to a son, this one might wear quite well on a modern child.
Today’s Name of the Day is Bram.
If boys are answering to Kannon and Slade, maybe this Slavic classic can overcome his bloodthirsty Gothic vibe.
Thanks to Lola for suggesting our Baby Name of the Day: Vladimir.
Yes, B is quite literally for boy.
But we’re not just spelling it out here on ApMtn. Or maybe we are.
We’re talking about a few underused, less considered names for baby boys that all happen to begin with the letter B.
Here goes … Continue reading
Aidan and Alexander are sensations, but there are plenty of other A names to consider for your new little bundle of blue.