Fourth of July baby names can be subtle or direct, modern or storied. These are my ten favorites of the moment, but I’m pretty sure this list changes every Independence Day! GEORGE Current US popularity rank: #133 2017 US popularity rank: #124 With Hamilton still sweeping the nation, I’d almost put Alexander in this spot. […]
READ MORE >>American Girl Names: Liberty, Martha, Betsy
American girl names celebrate the history of our country. They mix heroic women with patriotic concepts, storied place names with fictional figures. Many American girl names are borrowed from First Ladies, as well as other women associated with the presidency. The original inspiration for this list? Letitia, as in the wife of tenth US president […]
READ MORE >>Baby Name Ethan: Modern Staple
The baby name Ethan might feature in the American Revolution, but it reached the heights of popularity in the twenty-first century. Thanks to Another for suggesting our Baby Name of the Day. ENDURING First heard in the Old Testament, the baby name Ethan means enduring. Like many a Biblical name, it rose in use following […]
READ MORE >>Baby Name Eliza: Classic and Vivacious
The baby name Eliza started out as an Elizabeth nickname. Today it stands on its own, a sparky, spirited choice that still feels plenty traditional. Thanks to Lemon and Inbal for suggesting our Baby Name of the Day. THE EVERGREEN ELIZABETH Few girl names remain in style as effortlessly as Elizabeth. Never out of the […]
READ MORE >>Mardi Gras Baby Names: Rex, Nola, Giacomo
Mardi Gras baby names celebrate the city of New Orleans’ eclectic roots and irrepressible spirit. There’s something about the Louisiana city. Credit Anne Rice or zydeco, jambalaya or dozens of movies and television series. It’s nowhere near as big as Paris or Los Angeles, but New Orleans competes with the most storied cities on Earth […]
READ MORE >>Baby Name Kamala: Meaningful and Strong
Could the baby name Kamala become one of the hottest picks for the coming year? The historic election of Kamala Harris as Vice President of the United States inspired this post. LIKE COMMA-LA Harris herself tells us to pronounce it like comma-la, “like the punctuation mark.” Maybe it’s not immediately obvious to English speakers, but […]
READ MORE >>Baby Name Angelica: Schuyler Sister
The baby name Angelica has been around for ages, but lately it’s in the spotlight thanks to a historical figure. Thanks to Fran for suggesting our Baby Name of the Day. MESSENGER The baby name Angelica comes from the Greek angelos – messenger. Or, of course, angel. We picture them with harps and wings, but […]
READ MORE >>Hamilton Baby Names: Alexander, Eliza, Hercules
Will the hit musical-turned Disney Plus blockbuster bring a wave of Hamilton baby names? After watching it four five times, I’m half-ready to write Hercules Mulligan Sandel on a birth certificate. Given the widespread popularity of the new Disney Plus performance, let’s guess that the answer is definitely maybe. The only question then, is which […]
READ MORE >>Baby Name Liberty: Strong and Patriotic
The baby name Liberty feels strong, patriotic, and unexpected, too. LIBERTAS Liberty means freedom, from the Latin libertas via the Old French liberté. While it’s a weighty concept, names like Serenity and Trinity rank have topped the charts. Parents love a great meaning. But libertas was more than a Latin word. A minor goddess known […]
READ MORE >>Jesse: Baby Name of the Day
Jesse brings to mind outlaws and athletes, but it’s impeccably Biblical, too. Thanks to Photoquilty for suggesting our Baby Name of the Day. YISHAI In Hebrew, the original name is Yishai – gift. It appears in the Old Testament, as father to the world-changing King David. Artists created elaborate charts showing the family’s genealogy, leading […]
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