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Name of the Day: Romeo

September 30, 2008 By appellationmountain 16 Comments

He’s the ultimate doomed romantic hero, with a name so deliciously literary and brooding that it’s hard to imagine a real boy wearing this one. Thanks to Another for suggesting our Name of the Day: Romeo.

Name of the Day: Hector

September 13, 2008 By appellationmountain 7 Comments

Today’s choice traces his origins to myth and legend. But for many parents, he brings to mind not the classics but the boxing ring. Thanks to Lola for suggesting our Name of the Day: Hector.

Name of the Day: Vaughn

September 11, 2008 By appellationmountain 18 Comments

The name means small – but the best known bearer scrapes the ceilings at 6’5. Thanks to Lola for suggesting today’s Name of the Day: Vaughn.

Name of the Day: Linus

September 7, 2008 By appellationmountain 13 Comments

Editor’s note: This post was originally published September 8, 2008, and was substantially revised and re-posted on April 2, 2012. He’s a blanket-toting philosopher, a beloved cartoon character from the enduring Peanuts comic strip, and a member of The Nevilles list. Today’s Baby Name of the Day is Linus.

Name of the Day: Marisa

August 31, 2008 By appellationmountain 7 Comments

She’s pretty, she’s dainty and she’s a little bit misunderstood. Thanks to Laura for suggesting her darling daughter’s moniker as today’s Name of the Day: Marisa.

Name of the Day: Liesel

August 21, 2008 By appellationmountain 29 Comments

When does a diminutive form of a classic appellation gain enough stature to stand on her own? It’s a tricky question, but we feel confident that this one passes the test. Thanks to Natalie for suggesting today’s Name of the Day: Liesel.

Baby Name of the Day: Rhys

May 6, 2008 By appellationmountain 42 Comments

Editor’s note: This post was originally published on May 6, 2008 and substantially revised on November 15, 2011. He’s a short, storied name for boys that brings to mind peanut butter cups and Hollywood actresses. But he should conjure up images of Wales. Our Baby Name of the Day is Rhys.

Ava and Harlow: Hollywood Baby Names

January 23, 2008 By appellationmountain Leave a Comment

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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