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Name of the Day: Hector

September 13, 2008 By appellationmountain 7 Comments

Today’s choice traces his origins to myth and legend. But for many parents, he brings to mind not the classics but the boxing ring. Thanks to Lola for suggesting our Name of the Day: Hector.

Starbaby Summer Round-Up: Which Celeb Parents Made the Best Choice?

September 13, 2008 By appellationmountain Leave a Comment

It’s still hot and humid in Metro DC, but Target has Halloween costumes in stock. Must be the end of summer. Now is as good a time as any to look back at the new little famous people who have joined the planet since Memorial Day – and try out Poll Daddy. So please vote […]

Revised Boys’ Top Ten: Classics Versus the Blob

September 12, 2008 By appellationmountain 11 Comments

Conventional wisdom tells us that parents hesitate to bestow unusual names on their sons. And there’s some statistical truth to that old chestnut: while about three-quarters of all children born in the US receive a Top 1000 name, the percentage is higher for boys. In 2007, more than 80% of our sons’ names charted; the […]

Name of the Day: Tamar

September 12, 2008 By appellationmountain 14 Comments

The once popular Tammy feels rather insubstantial circa 2008, but her original form retains quite a bit of strength and style. Thanks to Another for suggesting today’s Name of the Day: Tamar.

Name of the Day: Vaughn

September 11, 2008 By appellationmountain 18 Comments

The name means small – but the best known bearer scrapes the ceilings at 6’5. Thanks to Lola for suggesting today’s Name of the Day: Vaughn.

Baby Name Orla: Shining and Rare

September 10, 2008 By appellationmountain 7 Comments

The baby name Orla combines Irish roots with an accessible, on-trend sound. Thanks to Katharine for suggesting our Baby Name of the Day. GOLDEN PRINCESS The baby name Orla comes with a meaning that seems too good to be true: golden princess. Except it really does carry that spectacular meaning! It comes from the Irish […]

Starbaby News: Minnie Driver Welcomes Henry Story

September 9, 2008 By appellationmountain 21 Comments

After promising that she would choose a classic name, actress Minnie Driver did not disappoint. Henry Story Driver arrived on Friday, September 5. Mom and baby are doing well. We’re big fans of Henry, a Name of the Day back in May. We find him classic and cool, and yes, a bit on the geek […]

Name of the Day: Desmond

September 9, 2008 By appellationmountain 18 Comments

This choice has impeccably Irish credentials, but circa 2008, reminds many of us of a Nobel Peace prize winner from the opposite hemisphere. Thanks to Holey for suggesting today’s Name of the Day: Desmond.

Name of the Day: Magina

September 8, 2008 By appellationmountain 7 Comments

Today’s Name of the Day is one from the curiosity cabinet – Rocking Fetal’s grandmother’s name: Magina.

Name of the Day: Linus

September 7, 2008 By appellationmountain 13 Comments

Editor’s note: This post was originally published September 8, 2008, and was substantially revised and re-posted on April 2, 2012. He’s a blanket-toting philosopher, a beloved cartoon character from the enduring Peanuts comic strip, and a member of The Nevilles list. Today’s Baby Name of the Day is Linus.