• Home
  • About
  • Contact
  • Request a Name

Appellation Mountain

Where every name has a story

  • Baby Name Advice & More
  • Master List: Girl Names
  • Master List: Boy Names
  • Private Baby Name Consulting

Baby Name Hadley: Tailored Literary Find

September 1, 2023 By appellationmountain 5 Comments

baby name Hadley

The baby name Hadley fits in with names we love now. Then a New York Times bestseller gave it a boost. Thanks to Meri for suggesting our Baby Name of the Day. HEATHER FIELD The baby name Hadley originally referred to a field of heather, which must have been abundant in the UK. It’s a common […]

READ MORE >>

Boy Names Ending with S: Hayes, Brooks, Banks

August 27, 2023 By appellationmountain 7 Comments

boy names ending with S

Boy names ending with S are enjoying a moment. It’s easy to credit Miles, or maybe Brooks for the rise. But don’t forget that enduring classic James sits at #4 in the US. There’s something to be said for the sound. Of course, it’s not just preppy surname names catching on. The ancients are back […]

READ MORE >>

Hollywood Surname Names

August 23, 2023 By appellationmountain 3 Comments

Hollywood surname names

Hollywood surname names blend two trends. From Audrey Hepburn to Scarlett Johansson, the given names of Hollywood stars have had an impact, far away from the bright lights of La La Land. And surname names have become twenty-first staples, from Jackson and Harper to Mason and Kennedy. Combine those two categories, and what do you get? […]

READ MORE >>

Baby Name Bridger: All American

August 5, 2023 By appellationmountain 16 Comments

baby name Bridger

The baby name Bridger is a Top 100 favorite … at least in parts of the US. Thanks to Urban Angel for suggesting our Baby Name of the Day. BRIDGE Close your eyes and picture a bridge. It’s a structure of some kind, crossing a river. Or maybe a busy road. The word comes from […]

READ MORE >>

Baby Name Murphy: Scrappy and Spirited

May 10, 2023 By appellationmountain 14 Comments

baby name Murphy

The baby name Murphy combines upbeat Irish spirit with a strong meaning. Thanks to Lis for suggesting our Baby Name of the Day. SEA WARRIOR The Gaelic Murchadh coems from muir – sea – and cath – battle. So the baby name Murphy means “sea warrior.” Depending on your vibe, that might mean Murphy grows up and […]

READ MORE >>

Baby Name Montgomery: Little Gentleman

May 9, 2023 By appellationmountain 12 Comments

baby name Montgomery

The baby name Montgomery is a surname with a gentlemanly vibe. Thanks to Sarah for suggesting her son’s name as our Baby Name of the Day. IT BEGINS WITH GUMARICH Ever heard of Gumarich? Probably not. Gumarich was a Germanic personal name, from guma – man – and ric – power, as in Richard and Frederick. It […]

READ MORE >>

Baby Name Rowan: Gaelic Charmer

May 8, 2023 By appellationmountain 28 Comments

baby name Rowan

The baby name Rowan blends the natural world with an upbeat, Irish vibe. Thanks to Kelly for suggesting our Baby Name of the Day. LAST NAME FIRST Like Riley and Kennedy, Rowan started out as an Irish surname. The original would’ve been something like Ó Ruadháin, from ruadh – red. The given name Ruadhán dates back […]

READ MORE >>

Baby Name Oakley: Vibrant and Modern

April 12, 2023 By appellationmountain 13 Comments

baby name Oakley

The baby name Oakley combines so many stylish trends in one upbeat, unisex choice. Thanks to Chantal for suggesting our Baby Name of the Day. SURNAME NAME The meaning of the name Oakley is straightforward. Once upon a time, it was given to someone who lived near – wait for it – a bunch of […]

READ MORE >>

Longer Surname Names for Boys: Sullivan and Callahan

February 9, 2023 By appellationmountain 16 Comments

longer surname names for boys

Longer surname names for boys combine all the appeal of Top 100 favorites like Parker and Hendrix, but with a few more syllables and a little more sound. Not so long ago, a name like Lincoln or Miller would only be considered if they were family names. Today, though, parents embrace last names as firsts […]

READ MORE >>

Baby Name Sullivan: Trustworthy and Warm

November 8, 2022 By appellationmountain 32 Comments

baby name Sullivan

The baby name Sullivan mixes upbeat Irish energy with plenty of stylish sound. Thanks to Kelly for suggesting our Baby Name of the Day. LITTLE DARK-EYED ONE The baby name Sullivan started out as an Irish surname. But it comes from a given name – Suileabhain. The first syllable means eye; the middle is dark; […]

READ MORE >>
  • 1
  • 2
  • 3
  • …
  • 41
  • Next Page »
  • Email
  • Facebook
  • Instagram
  • Pinterest
  • Twitter


POPULAR POSTS

appmtn

Baby name blogger at www.appellationmountain.net. Lover of obscure gems, provider of #namehelp, and generally #babynames obsessed!

Abby Sandel
Initial challenge; OCT, for a daughter or a son. # Initial challenge; OCT, for a daughter or a son. #babynames #namingbaby #appellationmountain
Esther, Evelyn, Charles + more trending #babynames Esther, Evelyn, Charles + more trending #babynames #namingbaby #appellationmountain
They're expecting a daughter! She'll join brothers They're expecting a daughter! She'll join brothers Damian John + Dominic Joseph. They're not set on using another D name. In fact, they'd always liked Piper for a girl. But now they're not sure. Stick with D names? Find a great middle for Piper? Or start fresh? Time for #namehelp #babynames #namingbaby #appellationmountain
Martin Charles was named for his grandfather - her Martin Charles was named for his grandfather - her ex's dad. Now she's expecting again + can't decide. Should she choose a name she loves? Stick with family names from her/her new husband's family? My suggestion is a fresh first with a meaningful middle. WDYT? #namehelp #babynames #namingbaby #appellationmountain
I love the character names from Elemental - Ember, I love the character names from Elemental - Ember, Lake, Wade! - and the list of Production Babies is every bit as delightful. #babynames #namingbaby #appellationmountain
Love this birth announcement! We helped them brain Love this birth announcement! We helped them brainstorm middle names for their twins; in the end, they found the perfect choices by using the LNs of two dear friends. Welcome to the world, Willow Jordan + Wren Palmer! #girlnames #babynames #namingbaby #appellationmountain
Load More Follow on Instagram
Visit Appellation Mountain's profile on Pinterest.

Copyright © 2023 · AppellationMountain.net on Genesis Framework · Privacy Policy · Log in

We use cookies to ensure you the best experience on our website. If you continue using this site, we will assume that you're happy with it. Learn moreOk