She’s romantic, she’s feminine and she’s quite rare. Could this intriguing choice catch on with modern parents? Thanks to Annelise for suggesting Idonia as Name of the Day.
READ MORE >>Name of the Day: Gavin
In the 1970s, he capably captained the Pacific Princess. But he’s been an adventurer for centuries and has taken on a measure of cowboy cool in recent years. Thanks to Emmy Jo for suggesting Gavin as Name of the Day.
READ MORE >>Name of the Day: Marian
Sometimes a name manages to be both romantic and strong – but there aren’t many! Thanks to JNE and Emmy Jo for suggesting a Name of the Day that offers this rare combination: Marian.
READ MORE >>Name of the Day: Rowena
She’s legendary and literary, but she’s also something of a villain. Thanks to Emmy Jo for suggesting the medieval Rowena as Name of the Day.
READ MORE >>Name of the Day: Caelin
Right about now, you might be wondering if I’ve finally lost it. Caelin, really? What’s next? Madisynne? Aydhin? Not so. Caelin has a legitimate history of use, as both a masculine and feminine moniker. Emmy Jo gets a gold star for unearthing the most obscure Name of the Day yet – the masculine Caelin.
READ MORE >>Name of the Day: Isabeau
If the classic Elizabeth strikes you as plain, perhaps this medieval variant will appeal. In honor of my sister Bo’s birthday, today’s Name of the Day is Isabeau.
READ MORE >>Name of the Day: Jarvis
He’s a medieval curiosity with a surprising nature tie – and he’s more popular than you might imagine. Thanks to JNE for suggesting our Name of the Day: Jarvis.
READ MORE >>Name of the Day: James
It doesn’t get much more classic. This choice has been worn by saints, kings and a world famous fictional spy. He’s also reader Kayt’s beautiful new baby boy, the inspiration for the Name of the Day: James.
READ MORE >>Name of the Day: Nigel
He’s quintessentially English, surprisingly versatile and wouldn’t exist save for a medieval typo. Thanks to JNE for suggesting our Name of the Day: Nigel.
READ MORE >>Name of the Day: Caradoc
Today’s choice is a long standing favorite here at ApMtn, but it’s quite rare out in the world. Our Name of the Day is the Welsh Caradoc.
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