The baby name River combines our love of the outdoors with a spiritual side. Thanks to Felecia for suggesting our Baby Name of the Day. RIPARIUS Before the baby name River was ever given to a child it was – obviously – a word with Latin origins. Riparius referred to a riverbank; it was corrupted into […]
READ MORE >>Most Popular Word Names: Maverick, River, Rose
What are the most popular word names right now? It sounds like an easy question, but it’s not always obvious. Once upon a time, mason was a job. But now chances are that Mason is a child (or teenager, or even a grown-up) these days. To make this list of most popular word names, it […]
READ MORE >>Baby Name Isla: Romantic Favorite
The baby name Isla has quickly become a twenty-first century staple for our daughters. Thanks to Kayt for suggesting our Baby Name of the Day. ISLAND If your first exposure to Isla was Spanish 101, or maybe Madonna’s 1987 single “La Isla Bonita,” you may have assumed the name was pronounced EES-lah. That’s accurate en […]
READ MORE >>Best Tree Names for Babies: Arbor, Rowan, Acacia
Tree names offer a slightly different take on the many nature names parents love. From redwoods and weeping willows to cherry blossoms and regular ol’ oaks, trees command respect. They’re enduring, symbolic, undeniably attractive. Poet Joyce Kilmer wrote I think that I shall never see a poem as lovely as a tree … and it is […]
READ MORE >>Beach Boy Baby Names: Kai, Reef, Cove, Dune
Beach boy baby names fit in perfectly with our love of so many great, inventive nature name choices. They’re perfect picks for the lazy, hazy days of summer. Or if you love the ocean and the coast, they could be just right any time of year. While certain categories of nature names, like flowers and […]
READ MORE >>Baby Name Luna: Shining and Magical
The baby name Luna shines, a nature name with vintage charm. It’s also the Harry Potter character name most thoroughly embraced by Muggles. Thanks to Allison for suggesting our Baby Name of the Day. MOON GODDESS Long before JK Rowling imagined Hogwarts, ancient Romans considered Luna the name of the Roman goddess of the moon. She’s […]
READ MORE >>EcoVintage Girl Names: Flora, Lillie, June
What, exactly, are ecovintage girl names? They sit at the intersection of two irresistible baby name trends: they’re nature names, tied to the outdoors. But they’re also vintage in style. They’ll appeal to some parents who love Willow and Skye, and others who favor Evelyn and Amelia. To make this list, a name has to: […]
READ MORE >>Gemstone Names for Girls: Opal, Topaz, Pearl
Gemstone names for girls have been around for generations. From vintage Pearl to modern Emerald, gemstone-inspired girl names are a rich and vibrant bunch. Gemstone names can be obvious and even flashy – think Diamond – to subtle, even under-the-radar, like Gemma. Speaking of Gemma, there’s a whole category of gemstone baby names that gather […]
READ MORE >>Baby Name Kai: Medieval and Modern
The baby name Kai might belong to a medieval knight or a modern surfer. Thanks to Clio for choosing our Baby Name of the Day. THE ROUND TABLE Back in the earliest tales of King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table, we find Sir Kay, foster brother to the king. Sometimes he’s brave […]
READ MORE >>Baby Name Poppy: Vibrant and Meaningful
The baby name Poppy combines an upbeat sound and vibrant color with a powerful association. Thanks to Elisabeth for suggesting our Baby Name of the Day. FLOWER POWER The baby name Poppy comes straight from the flower. And the flower? There’s no mysterious meaning or deep backstory. In Latin, it is papaver. In Old English, […]
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