Margaret nicknames abound. It’s not quite as versatile as Elizabeth, but it comes close. After all, Margaret ranks as an enduring classic. It comes from the Greek word margarites, meaning pearl, via the Latin Margarita. Medieval Crusaders returned from the Holy Land with tales of the 4th century Saint Margaret. Legend told that she battled […]
READ MORE >>Helen Names: Elena, Helene, and Nell
Helen names make for an intriguing bunch. The original Helen of Troy appears in Greek mythology, the most beautiful woman in the world. The daughter of Zeus and Leda, she was promised by Paris of Troy by the goddess Aphrodite. This sparked the Trojan War, a legendary conflict leading to many of the most famous […]
READ MORE >>Baby Name Henry: Classic Trendsetter
The baby name Henry proves that some choices can be both the height of tradition and the definition of stylish at the same time. Our Baby Name of the Day comes from this list of classic boy names. FAMOUS PEOPLE NAMED HENRY Fictional action hero-archeologist Indiana Jones started out life as Henry Walton Jones. England’s […]
READ MORE >>Classic Girl Names: Alice, Sophia, Ruth
Classic girl names are surprisingly difficult to pin down – at least compared to the boys’ list. In general, the girls’ list tends to be more volatile. We revive vintage names and embrace novelty all. the. time. Choose any year, and a handful of the Top 25 boy names remain in today’s Top 25. For […]
READ MORE >>Classic Baby Names: 7 Reasons to Choose a Traditional Name
Classic baby names have stood the test of time, and yet parents sometimes hesitate to use them. Is Margaret too heavy for a child? Would Theodore rather have a more current name, like Logan or Jax? When names like Kinsley and Maverick rank in the national Top 100, it’s easy to imagine that traditional names […]
READ MORE >>Classic Boy Names: Henry, Patrick, and John
Classic boy names stand the test of time. Whether the year is 1922 or 2022, at least some of our sons will answer to evergreen names like Charles and Thomas. Ask parents their preferred style, and plenty will tell you that classic boy names are their go-to. And yet, what makes a true classic? Only […]
READ MORE >>Francis Names: Frannie, Franklin, Francesca
Francis names owe their original popularity to one figure: the thirteenth century Saint Francis of Assisi. Born the far more familiar Giovanni, the future saint earned his nickname for his father’s love of all things French. Little Francesco became one of the most popular religious figures in the Catholic church – and beyond. In 2013, Cardinal Jorge […]
READ MORE >>Strong Girl Names: Inspired by Eleanor
So many parents are looking for them: strong girl names. There’s more than one of strong, of course. Some are heroic, like fictional Hunger Games champ Katniss Everdeen – modern, unexpected, frills-free names for warriors. Others bring to mind the fictional Hermione Granger – obscure, rich in history, capable, and ever so smart. But how […]
READ MORE >>Baby Name Charlotte: Polished Classic
The baby name Charlotte feels traditional, polished, and ever so royal. Thanks to Lem for suggesting our Baby Name of the Day. EVERGREEN Way back in 1880, and well into the 1950s, the baby name Charlotte appeared in the US Top 100 or thereabouts nearly ever year. It fit with other evergreen classics, like Elizabeth […]
READ MORE >>Baby Name George: Solid Citizen
The baby name George belongs to a curious monkey, a pint-sized prince, and the face on the dollar bill. Oh – and it’s a very wearable classic for a son, too. FARMER and SOLDIER In Greek, Georgios means farmer, from the words ge – earth – and ergon – work. But the first famous George […]
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