These are my picks for the best girl names 2021 – the ones we’re likely to hear more often. But also ones that I think we should be hearing. Last year’s list was more about style and sound. But this year? I found myself thinking deeply about pop culture. What are the names that parents […]
READ MORE >>Name Help: A Brother for Louise Mirabelle
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! Melissa writes: We named our daughter Louise Mirabelle, and we call her Lulu […]
READ MORE >>Baby Name Oliver: Dapper and Playful
The baby name Oliver stands out as a favorite for boys, a classic that’s never been more in fashion. Thanks to Lola for suggesting our Baby Name of the Day. ELVES and OLIVES Like many a medieval name, this one claims Germanic roots. It likely comes from Alfher or Alfihar, meaning elf army. Or maybe […]
READ MORE >>Baby Name Wyatt: Rugged and Storied
The baby name Wyatt galloped up the popularity charts in the late 1990s to become a Top 100 staple in recent years. Thanks to Lauren for suggesting our Baby Name of the Day. WIGHEARD The baby name Wyatt started out as a Germanic given name that you’ve almost certainly never heard before. Wigheard. Wig- names […]
READ MORE >>Names Like Alexandra: Isadora, Veronica, Julia
Names like Alexandra command all the sounds and syllables. They’re regal. Maybe even a bit grand. But they’re nickname-rich and versatile, too. Alexandra can be Alex or Ali or Sasha, names to suit any style. So why not just use Alexandra? Maybe you already have, and this name is for her sister. Or maybe you’re […]
READ MORE >>Boy Names Starting with Z: Zion, Zephyr, Zaiden
When it comes to boy names starting with Z, we all get the appeal. The letter Z feels effortlessly cool. It’s just a little bit different. While it may fall at the very end of the alphabet, there’s something about the letter and the sound that commands our attention. Zorro used just the Z as […]
READ MORE >>Sunday Summary: Grateful
As this wild and challenging year draws to a close, I wanted to take a minute and just say: I’m incredibly grateful for you, each and every single one. I had a longer – and I think, very eloquent – version of this written on Christmas night. But somewhere between then and now, technology happened. […]
READ MORE >>Most Popular Name Lists 2020
Earlier this year, I shared the Most Popular Boy Names at Appellation Mountain, and the Top Girl Names, too. The girl names’ list dwarfs the boys’ version – 60 names versus 30. That’s because posts about girl names tend to attract more attention. But far, far more popular than any individual name post? It’s the […]
READ MORE >>Name Help: A Meaningful Name for Sophie’s Sister
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! Allie writes: We are expecting our second daughter early in 2021, and I […]
READ MORE >>Baby Names Meaning Gift: Nathan, Sunniva, Shai
Baby names meaning gift feel just right for children born during the winter holidays. But really, gift is a strong, positive meaning, one that resonates in every season. They range from the most classic of choices, Top 100 favorites that we all instantly recognize, to rare and surprising possibilities. This list is packed with richly […]
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