Baby Name of the Day: Nolan

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He’s a lively Irish surname associated with the most American of pastimes.

Thanks to Carolyn for suggesting one of the options she’s considering for her baby on the way.  Our Baby Name of the Day is Nolan.

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Baby Name of the Day: Cashel

The Rock of Cashel in Ireland pictured in the ...

The Rock of Cashel; Image via Wikipedia

Dashiell is stylish, and Cash is king.  Could this Irish import combine the best of both?

Thanks to Kristin for suggesting Cashel as our Baby Name of the Day.

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Baby Name of the Day: Liam

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Once upon a time, all of those boys called William answered to Bill, but now it is the second half of the name in the spotlight.

Thanks to Melissa for suggesting Liam as Baby Name of the Day.

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Baby Name of the Day: Ryan

He’d fit nearly anyone’s definition of a normal name, but he was actually quite rare until the post-World War II era.

Thanks to Kelly for suggesting Ryan as Baby Name of the Day.

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Baby Name of the Day: Brandon

He rose to the heights of popularity while his twin’s name faded into obscurity.

Thanks to Urban Angel for suggesting Brandon as Baby Name of the Day.

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Baby Name of the Day: Colleen

She’s as kelly green as a shamrock, but trends have left her behind.

Thanks to Colleen for suggesting her own appellation as Baby Name of the Day.

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Name of the Day: Tristan

He’s a noble knight and a lovestruck swain, brought to our attention by the silver screen.  Is it any wonder he’s so popular?

Thanks to Kelly for suggesting Tristan as Name of the Day.

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Name of the Day: Ciarán

Even in the Age of Aidan, he might make for a distinctive and decidedly Irish choice.

Thanks to Corrine for suggesting Ciarán as our Name of the Day.

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Name of the Day: Bryony

She’s a botanical choice with a literary edge.

Thanks to Laura for suggesting Bryony as Name of the Day.

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