Amenaide comes straight from Lafayette Cemetery #1, a name that exists in an opera and a handful of old New Orleans families – but almost nowhere else. And yet, our Baby Name of the Day might just substitute for Adelaide and Genevieve. Amenaide: Emma’s long-lost cousin? A great many Germanic names were whispered down the […]
READ MORE >>Cleophee: Baby Name of the Day
Ancient Cleo reigned as a Top 200 favorite in the early twentieth century. But Cleophee never made an impact in the US. Today’s Baby Name of the Day was inspired by a conversation with the marvelous Duana Taha, author of The Name Therapist. Cleophee: Clopas Clopas merits a brief mention in the New Testament. He missed the crucifixion, but […]
READ MORE >>Delphine: Baby Name of the Day
Delphine is a lovely French name for girls with ties to the ancient and natural worlds. Best of all? It’s completely under the radar! This post was inspired by our conversation about rare 1895 Baby Names. Delphine: Ancient Delphi In the ancient world, Delphi was the home of an oracle dedicated to Apollo. The priestess would […]
READ MORE >>Cosette: Baby Name of the Day
It’s a Les Mis name in the key of Colette, but is this one best left to fiction? Thanks to Elisabeth for suggesting our Baby Name of the Day: Cosette.
READ MORE >>Lilou: Baby Name of the Day
Is this an old-school français nickname? Or a sci-fi invention from the 23rd century? Thanks to Lily for suggesting Lilou as our Baby Name of the Day.
READ MORE >>Simone: Baby Name of the Day
This post was originally published on May 3, 2009. It was substantially revised and re-posted on September 14, 2015. Chances are you know a woman who answers to Nicole, Danielle, or Michelle. But what about this French feminine form of a masculine classic? Thanks to Toni for suggesting Simone as our Baby Name of the Day.
READ MORE >>Jeanette: Baby Name of the Day
Today’s choice is a traditional French feminine choice. And yet it’s barely heard in 2015. Thanks to Silent One for suggesting Jeanette as our Baby Name of the Day.
READ MORE >>Quentin: Baby Name of the Day
This post was originally published on March 3, 2010. It was substantially revised and reposted on July 27, 2015. Novelist John Green is a great namer, and today’s choice could be another name boosted by his books. Thanks to Emma for suggesting Quentin as our Baby Name of the Day.
READ MORE >>Marguerite: Baby Name of the Day
It’s a name that I can’t stop recommending. Our Baby Name of the Day is Marguerite.
READ MORE >>Name Help: Familiar French Name for Baby Number 2
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! Elisa writes: Rob and I are expecting our baby in the coming weeks. […]
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