Name Help is a series at Appellation Mountain. Every week, one reader’s name questions will be discussed. We’re relying on thoughtful comments from the community to help expectant parents narrow down their name decisions. Thank you in advance for sharing your insight! Lara writes: I love names, especially ones that are a little bit different. […]
READ MORE >>Best Celebrity Baby Names 2019
These are my picks for the best celebrity baby names 2019. I mean … best isn’t exactly the right word. They’re the quirkiest, the most interesting, the names that made me think, all through 2019. Some of them might be influential; others point to trends that were already accelerating. And some probably won’t catch on, […]
READ MORE >>Sunday Summary: The Tiffany Problem
Thanks to Angela for bringing this up: have you heard of the Tiffany problem? In brief, Tiffany is an authentic medieval name. (The Dictionary of Medieval Names lists it, which feels pretty rock solid to me.) It comes from Theophania – an ancient Greek name that became Tiffany in English. Which follows the pattern – […]
READ MORE >>Christmas Boy Names: Bing to Yule
Feeling festive? These dozen Christmas boy names bring the holiday spirit. And best of all? None of them rank in the current US Top 500. I’ve skipped Nicholas and even Claus in favor of Christmas boy names that celebrate the season more quietly. Of course, you might have to explain why these choices are perfect […]
READ MORE >>Ivy: Baby Name of the Day
Ivy is a fast-rising vintage name with lots of modern appeal. Add in ties to the winter holidays, and it’s a can’t-miss name for a daughter. Thanks to Elle for suggesting our Baby Name of the Day. THE HOLLY AND THE IVY It’s not “Jingle Bells” or “Silent Night,” but “The Holly and the Ivy” […]
READ MORE >>Christmas Girl Names: Amaryllis to Zuzu
Consider it an early gift: a dozen Christmas girl names, none of them currently ranked in the US Top 500. That’s right! You won’t find Mary or Joy on this list, even though they certainly feel rich with Christmas spirit. Unlike, say, Ivy or Winter, you might find yourself explaining why this name is just […]
READ MORE >>Sunday Summary: Yes to Casseldon
Would you consider giving your kids an all-new surname? Maybe a smoosh of your last name and your partner’s last name? This New Zealand couple did just that. Casser + Sheldon = Casseldon. I have a few thoughts, and I’m curious to hear your reaction, too. First up: I hear the argument that genealogy suffers […]
READ MORE >>Name Help: Due Soon, No List!
Name Help is a series at Appellation Mountain. Every week, one reader’s name questions will be discussed. We’re relying on thoughtful comments from the community to help expectant parents narrow down their name decisions. Thank you in advance for sharing your insight! Sara writes: My husband and I really struggled to name our son two […]
READ MORE >>Rory: Baby Name of the Day
Rory combines appealing Irish roots with lots of energy. Thanks to Kelly for suggesting our Baby Name of the Day. ROYAL RORY Legendary High King of Ireland, Ruaidrí Ua Conchobair, claims this name first in the history books. His given name traces back to ruadh – red. It’s the kind of historical link that lends […]
READ MORE >>Over 100 New Word Names for Boys
New word names for boys might sound bold and surprising. Risky, even. Except this is the age of boys answering to River and Maverick, Jasper and Legend, Cash and Colt and Messiah. With so many parents searching the dictionary for baby naming inspiration, new word names stand out and blend right in to the average […]
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