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Name of the Day: Oona

October 13, 2008 By appellationmountain 40 Comments

Today’s choice is simple and exotic at once – but both her meaning and the most logical spelling are open to debate. Thanks to Nicole (aka Dirty Hippy) for suggesting our Name of the Day: Oona.

Name of the Day: Story

October 12, 2008 By appellationmountain 11 Comments

We’ll admit it. We like word names. They’re unusual and distinctive, but are still familiar and easy to spell. So when the third starbaby in recent years received this one as part of his name, our ears perked up. In honor of the birth of Minnie Driver’s son, here’s our Name of the Day: Story.

Site News: All About Clio

October 10, 2008 By appellationmountain 13 Comments

I suppose plenty of bloggers struggle with how much of their personal lives to share. I’ll admit, I didn’t give it a moment’s thought when I started writing this site a few months ago. But what with an addition to our own family here at ApMtn HQ, I’ve been unsure how to proceed. So here’s […]

Name of the Day: Calvin

October 10, 2008 By appellationmountain 17 Comments

On the heels of Wesley, we have another theologian’s surname to consider. Though in recent years, he’s far more famous as the name of a six year old comic strip hero, a legendary baseball player or a trailblazing brand of designer denim. Thanks to Another for suggesting today’s Name of the Day: Calvin.

Name of the Day: Walter

October 8, 2008 By appellationmountain 29 Comments

If you came of age with Jason and Michael, Brian and Chris, maybe this choice strikes you as hopelessly clunky and out-of-date. But spend a few minutes on the playground with pint-sized tots called Henry and Oscar, Leo and George and this one starts to sound like part of the next wave in retro cool. […]

Baby Name of the Day: Martin

October 6, 2008 By appellationmountain 20 Comments

Editor’s Note: Today’s post was originally published on October 6, 2008, and revised and updated on January 16, 2012, in honor of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. If you came of age in the 80s, today’s choice might conjure up DeLoreans and mad scientists. But it would be a mistake to think of this […]

Site News: She’s Here!

October 5, 2008 By appellationmountain 13 Comments

Just a quick note to let regular readers know that Clio came home a few hours ago. She arrived on Thursday via c-section, so we spent an extra day in the hospital. But we’re doing well and wanted to say a quick thanks for all of your well wishes!

Name of the Day: Cornelius

October 4, 2008 By appellationmountain 8 Comments

When Dirty Hippy and Lola both make a request, we know the name is worthy of consideration. And so today’s Name of the Day is Cornelius.

Baby Name of the Day: Pomeline

October 3, 2008 By appellationmountain 23 Comments

Editor’s Note: This post was originally published on October 3, 2008, and substantially revised on March 12, 2012. There are underused gems, and then there are true rarities. Today’s choice is definitely in the latter category. Thanks to Lola for suggesting today’s Name of the Day: Pomeline.

Site News: Off to the Hospital

October 2, 2008 By appellationmountain 15 Comments

Good morning! We’re off to the hospital to welcome Clio to the world. Barring technical difficulties, Name of the Day posts should could continue to go up. However, comments won’t be moderated – or responded to – until next week. For now, please talk amongst yourselves!