Classic baby names have stood the test of time, and yet parents sometimes hesitate to use them. Is Margaret too heavy for a child? Would Theodore rather have a more current name, like Logan or Jax? When names like Kinsley and Maverick rank in the national Top 100, it’s easy to imagine that traditional names […]
READ MORE >>Formal Names for Edie: Edith, Everild, Eden
Formal names for Edie range from the traditional to the obscure. But no matter how familiar – or rare – they offer an appealing nickname, combined with a more formal first. That’s a winning combination for lots of families. Edie is casual-cool. It’s a logical successor to Sadie and Millie and Daisy. And yet, it’s […]
READ MORE >>How Close is Too Close? Ten Factors to Consider
When we decided to call our daughter Clio, we forever closed the door on another favorite name – Theodore, nickname Theo. Or did we? For every family that decides Maya and Milo are too similar, another embraces the sound-alike names. Or insists that Alicia and Alina are totally different names. Some parents might never notice […]
READ MORE >>Baby Name Bruno: Creative Cool
The baby name Bruno melds a tough guy sensibility with a surprising amount of polish. Thanks to Lola for suggesting our Baby Name of the Day TRADITIONAL with an EDGE Looking for a name that’s rich with history but still feels edgy and cool? Here’s one that fits the bill. The baby name Bruno simply […]
READ MORE >>Name Help: P Names for Boys
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! Carrie writes: Our son is due in the beginning of March! We’re really […]
READ MORE >>Girl Names Starting wtih Q: Quinn, Quintana, Quitterie
Girl names starting with Q make for a select and quirky list. There aren’t many to choose from. It ranks twenty-fifth of the twenty-six letters of the alphabet. Only U offers fewer choices for our daughters. Still, one of them makes the Top 100. And a second manages to make the Top 1000, too. The […]
READ MORE >>Sunday Summary: Theseus, Brambly Hedge, and James NOT John
It’s freezing here! I know, I know. It’s winter. It’s supposed to be cold. But it’s enough to make me huddle inside and read. I’m tearing through so. many. books. And, of course, lots of interesting articles about all things name-related. ELSEWHERE ONLINE: The most popular names of the last century are changing. Maybe that […]
READ MORE >>Name Help: Narrowing Down the Favorites
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! Melanie writes: My first and only child will be here around Valentine’s Day. […]
READ MORE >>Name Help: A Twin Brother for Michael
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! Megan writes: My husband and I are hoping you can help us decide […]
READ MORE >>Artist Baby Names: Monet, Matisse, Kahlo
Artist baby names combine so many appealing qualities. Taking inspiration from a favorite artist adds meaning to a name choice. They feel original and creative, and their sounds? Undeniably on-trend. Most of the artist baby names on this list come from painters. Layer in photographers, architects, and creatives from similar fields, and the list is nearly endless. […]
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