Baby Name of the Day: Merrilees

Coat of arms of Scotland.

Coat of Arms of Scotland; Image via Wikipedia

At first glance, she seems invented – maybe even misspelled.  But she’s actually an obscure Scottish option.

Thanks to EK for suggesting the intriguing Merrilees as our Baby Name of the Day.

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Baby Name of the Day: Boston

Skyline of Boston. Picture was taken from a wh...

Boston Skyline; Image via Wikipedia

Montana, Brooklyn, London.  Is it a kindergarten roster or an atlas?  Oh wait, Atlas is in the class, too …

Thanks to Chantal for suggesting her son’s name as our Baby Name of the Day: Boston.

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Baby Name of the Day: Isolde

Tristan and Isolde

Tristan and Isolde by Herbert Draper; Image via Wikipedia

She’s been a tragic heroine for centuries, and yet her name sounds surprisingly modern.

Thanks to Sadie for suggesting Isolde as our Baby Name of the Day.

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Baby Name of the Day: Gareth

King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table...

King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table; Image via Wikipedia

He’s a medieval knight and a 21st century sidekick.

Thanks to Shan for suggesting Gareth as our Baby Name of the Day.

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Baby Name of the Day: Esau

Esau and Jacob Presented to Isaac

Esau and Jacob presesnted to Isaac; Image via Wikipedia

His twin brother’s name has been on top since 1999.  So why is Esau an also-ran?

Thanks to Christina for suggesting our Baby Name of the Day.

Baby Name of the Day: Eliza

A My Fair Lady movie poster, in which Bell's w...

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She’s the stylish short form of Elizabeth worn by the unforgettable Audrey Hepburn.

Thanks to Lemon for suggesting Eliza as our Baby Name of the Day.

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Baby Name of the Day: Duncan

Duncan Toys Company

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He’s a stylish Scottish heritage choice with literary and playful overtones.

Thanks to Liann for suggesting her son’s name as our Baby Name of the Day: Duncan.

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Baby Name of the Day: Dean

Cropped screenshot of James Dean in the traile...

James Dean; Image via Wikipedia

He’s a rebel, he’s a crooner, he’s an academic.

Thanks to Sarah for suggesting the surprisingly evergreen Dean as our Baby Name of the Day.

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Baby Name of the Day: Tamsin

T44

T44 by Too Far North via Flickr

Tammy is stuck in the 60s, but this unrelated import could wear well in 2011.

Thanks to Fran for suggesting Tamsin as our Baby Name of the Day.

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Baby Name of the Day: Camden

Camden Town

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Cross Cameron with London and you’ll end up with this rapidly rising choice.

Thanks to Tracy for suggesting the only name her husband likes.  Our Baby Name of the Day is Camden.

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