Surname names have become mainstream favorites, especially Irish imports. So how about Donnelly? Thanks to A for suggesting our Baby Name of the Day. Donnelly: Son of Donnghal Like many a Gaelic surname, Donnelly started out as a patronymic. It referred to the descendants of Donnghal. Donnghal looks like a cousin to Donald, but that’s not quite […]
READ MORE >>Callahan: Baby Name of the Day
Callahan mixes an upbeat Irish sound with a tough guy vibe. Thanks to Amanda for suggesting our Baby Name of the Day. Callahan: Kelly Green Back in the tenth century, Ceallachán reigned as King of Munster. Theories about the name’s origins include: It might trace back to the word ceall – church. Or, it could come from a phrase meaning bright-headed: cen (head) plus […]
READ MORE >>Declan: Baby Name of the Day
Declan is an Irish heritage choice leaping up the popularity charts throughout the English-speaking world. Thanks to Cat for suggesting our Baby Name of the Day.
READ MORE >>Saoirse: Baby Name of the Day
Saoirse is a Gaelic import, rich with meaning. Thanks to Marie for suggesting Saoirse as our Baby Name of the Day.
READ MORE >>Name Help: Gaelic, Biblical, Earthy, or All of the Above?
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! New Mom writes: We are welcoming our first child and are struggling to […]
READ MORE >>Name Help: A Sister for Cassidy Erin
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! Momma Dunn writes: My husband and I had very little trouble naming our […]
READ MORE >>Brennan: Baby Name of the Day
Brandon? No. Brendan? Not quite. Today’s Baby Name of the Day is the just slightly different Brennan. Thanks to Kenneth for the suggestion.
READ MORE >>Riley: Baby Name of the Day
This post was originally published on March 17, 2009. It was substantially revised and re-posted on June 29, 2015. It’s the name that dominated the NBA play-offs, and the star of the newest Disney-Pixar flick. Our Baby Name of the Day is Riley.
READ MORE >>Torin: Baby Name of the Day
Looking for an Irish option that’s less expected than Aidan or Connor? With a warm welcome to my newest neighbor, Torin is our Baby Name of the Day.
READ MORE >>Name Help: A Formal Name for Liddy
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! Helen is expecting her fifth child – and second girl! Siblings are Deirdre, Trevien, […]
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