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Baby Name Gianna: Traditional with a Twist

September 2, 2020 By appellationmountain Leave a Comment

baby name Gianna

The baby name Gianna comes from the most traditional of sources. It’s a feminine form of John, via the Italian Giovanni. But there’s something spirited and bright about this import. It’s a high-energy twist on a classic. JOHN’S SISTER A staggering number of names trace their roots back to John. The Hebrew name became Ioannes […]

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Name Help: Italian Girl Names

January 24, 2020 By appellationmountain 23 Comments

Sienna Clare

UPDATE: She’s here! Welcome to the world, Sienna Clare. Kara writes: we narrowed it down to Gianna, Arianna, and Sienna. He really wanted Gianna, but I had my heart set on Sienna. When we saw her, it just fit. Kara writes: After two sons, we’re thrilled to have a little girl on the way in […]

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Allegra: Baby Name of the Day

May 8, 2019 By appellationmountain Leave a Comment

Allegra: Baby Name of the Day

Musical Allegra has captured the world’s imagination. But can it overcome that whiff of pharmaceutical? Thanks to G. for suggesting our Baby Name of the Day. Cheerful This name sounds happy and upbeat, and indeed it is! The Italian word allegro means lively or cheerful, ultimately from the Latin alacrem. It’s been used as a […]

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Marchesa: Baby Name of the Day

March 1, 2017 By appellationmountain 5 Comments

Marchesa: Baby Name of the Day

Marchesa might sound like another crazy reality star baby name, but there’s a fascinating story to tell. Our Baby Name of the Day was inspired by reality star Lauren Manzo’s new daughter, Marchesa “Markie” Anna. Marchesa: The Basics It might look like March plus -esa, but this Italian word is pronounced with a hard k: mar kay […]

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Name Help: Too Italian?

November 19, 2016 By appellationmountain 10 Comments

Name Help is a series at Appellation Mountain. Every Saturday, 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! Nicci writes: We are expecting a son early in 2017. My husband loves […]

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Name Help: Italian-American Names for Girls

June 25, 2016 By appellationmountain 32 Comments

Name Help is a series at Appellation Mountain. Every Saturday, 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! Summer writes: My husband and I are expecting our second baby girl and […]

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Luciano: Baby Name of the Day

September 29, 2015 By appellationmountain 1 Comment

Luciano: Baby Name of the Day

Luke and Lucas are wildly popular. Luca is catching on. But what if you prefer your boy names a little longer? Thanks to Brittany for suggesting one that might satisfy. Our Baby Name of the Day is Luciano.

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Ariana: Baby Name of the Day

September 10, 2015 By appellationmountain 2 Comments

Ariana: Baby Name of the Day

It’s a heroic name boosted by a pop star. Thanks to Brittany and Virginia for suggesting Ariana as our Baby Name of the Day.

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Lorenzo: Baby Name of the Day

July 9, 2015 By appellationmountain 1 Comment

Lorenzo

It’s an Italian heritage choice with a modern sound. Thanks to Christina for suggesting Lorenzo as our Baby Name of the Day.

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Jacobina: Baby Name of the Day

April 16, 2015 By appellationmountain 9 Comments

Jacobina

Michael has Michelle. John has Jane. But what’s the feminine form of Jacob? Thanks to Winter for suggesting Jacobina as our Baby Name of the Day.

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