This name has been worn by popes and heartthrobs alike – but it isn’t Leo. Thanks to Sophie for suggesting Adrian as Name of the Day.
READ MORE >>Name of the Day: Seraphina
Up until a few weeks ago, the most famous bearers of this little-known name were a handful of Italian saints. But ever since Jennifer Garner and Ben Affleck chose this name for Violet’s little sister, she’s been all Hollywood. Today’s Name of the Day is Seraphina.
READ MORE >>Name of the Day: Cassius
Cash is cool – we wouldn’t dare deny it, not in these crazy times. But as a formal name for a child, it’s a bit lacking, unless he grows up to be a cowboy. Or maybe a reality TV star. But today’s choice has an ancient elegance that will appeal to many parents – and […]
READ MORE >>Name of the Day: Julius
Say today’s Name of the Day, and two things immediately come to mind: Paul Frank’s ubiquitous cartoon monkey, and the orange smoothie sold at a shopping mall near you. But there’s much more to this noble moniker, and we’re indebted to Emmy Jo for suggesting Julius as our Name of the Day.
READ MORE >>The Softer Side of Boys
In 20th century America, men were called Bob. And Jim, Dan, Dave and Bill; Joe, Lou, Ed and Mike. For several decades, odds were strong that the guy coaching Little League, filing your taxes and running the local pharmacy was Ron or Tom or Frank. There were exceptions, of course. Charles might be Chuck, but […]
READ MORE >>Spotlight: Max and Emme
The world knows that Jennifer Lopez delivered healthy twins on Friday.
READ MORE >>Those Other Disney Names
We all know that a Disney Princess can take a name from obscurity to the top of the popularity charts faster than you can say glass slipper. But what about those other Disney names? The Mouse has launched the careers of plenty of stars, from beachy-keen Annette Funicello to the beleaguered Britney Spears. Today Disney’s […]
READ MORE >>Spotlight: Fiona
Let’s suppose that you’re expecting a new baby girl in 2008, and you’ve always liked Sophia. But you’ve just learned that Sophia cracked the Top 10 last year, and shows no signs of slowing down. If you call your new little dear by this pretty and meaningful name, she may very well be one of […]
READ MORE >>Ava and Harlow: Hollywood Baby Names
Editor’s note: This post was the very first one ever published at Appellation Mountain, on January 23, 2008! It was revised and reposted on January 26, 2012. Nicole Richie and Joel Madden named their new little one Harlow Winter Kate. Their daughter arrived on January 11, 2008, and the name has caused a sensation. She’s […]
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