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Name of the Day: Ashley

May 15, 2009 By appellationmountain 23 Comments

On the heels of Rhett comes another Gone with the Wind name for a Southern gentleman. Thanks to Sarah for suggesting Ashley – for a boy! – as our Name of the Day.

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Name of the Day: Elvira

May 12, 2009 By appellationmountain 11 Comments

She’s a little bit campy, a whole lot tragic and surprisingly musical. Thanks to the incomparable Lola for suggesting Elvira as Name of the Day.

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Name of the Day: Estelle

May 11, 2009 By appellationmountain 16 Comments

She’s a star. But in recent years, this once-popular pick has been eclipsed by similar choices. Can she shine brightly again? Thanks to Toni for suggesting Estelle as Name of the Day.

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Name of the Day: Saffron

April 26, 2009 By appellationmountain 9 Comments

Is Violet too tame for your tastes? Want something a bit more daring than Scarlett? Thanks to Laura for suggesting one that might just be perfect. Our Name of the Day is Saffron.

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Name of the Day: Calla

April 22, 2009 By appellationmountain 18 Comments

Lily is wildly popular. Kayla has inspired dozens of spin-offs. So why shouldn’t this botanical choice be the next big thing? Thanks to Corinne for suggesting Calla as Name of the Day.

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Name of the Day: Lyra

April 18, 2009 By appellationmountain 12 Comments

Looking for an alternative to Top 100 picks like Lily, Leah and Layla? This is one for you to consider. Thanks to Muppy for suggesting Lyra as Name of the Day.

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Name of the Day: Rosamel

April 6, 2009 By appellationmountain Leave a Comment

If you’re seeking a rare bloom in the garden of roses, today’s choice might appeal. Thanks to Lola for suggesting Rosamel as Name of the Day.

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Sylvester: Baby Name of the Day

April 3, 2009 By appellationmountain 5 Comments

He’s been worn by popes and saints, actors and nobles. But did an animated cat send this gentle classic to fashion limbo? Thanks to Photoquilty for suggesting Sylvester as Name of the Day.

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Name of the Day: Mariana

March 29, 2009 By appellationmountain 9 Comments

She’s an intriguing place name and a poem by Tennyson, too. Thanks to Katheryn for suggesting Mariana as Name of the Day.

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Name of the Day: Rosanna

February 23, 2009 By appellationmountain 12 Comments

Rose and Anne are staples for girls’ middle names. Smoosh ’em together, and you arrive at a romantic, feminine and surprisingly uncommon appellation that sounds just right in the first spot. Thanks to Charlotte for suggesting her darling daughter’s moniker as Name of the Day: Rosanna.

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