The baby name Murron comes to English via an Irish myth and a popular movie, and maybe owes something to the evergreen Mary, too. Thanks to Machion for suggesting our Baby Name of the Day. IRISH IMPORT The Irish Muireann comes from muir – meaning sea – and finn – fair. So “white sea” is a fair […]
READ MORE >>Baby Name Arthur: Storied and Noble
The baby name Arthur straddles the line between distinguished, vintage picks and friendly, approachable ones. Thanks to Another and Katharine for suggesting our Baby Name of the Day. THE LEGEND OF KING ARTHUR Ask people to name a famous King and many will answer Arthur. Some believe the Arthurian legends are based on a historical […]
READ MORE >>Sunday Summary: AA and OO
There’s something about repeating letters. Sometimes they offer visual appeal – think Scarlett or Everett. Jenn might’ve added an extra N in a bid to stand out in a crowd. Other times, they indicate an appealing sound, or might even emphasize a preferred pronunciation or tie to a particular heritage. There’s no doubt about how […]
READ MORE >>Mardi Gras Baby Names: Rex, Nola, Giacomo
Mardi Gras baby names celebrate the city of New Orleans’ eclectic roots and irrepressible spirit. There’s something about the Louisiana city. Credit Anne Rice or zydeco, jambalaya or dozens of movies and television series. It’s nowhere near as big as Paris or Los Angeles, but New Orleans competes with the most storied cities on Earth […]
READ MORE >>One-Syllable Middle Names for Girls: Besides Grace and Rose
A few weeks ago, someone mentioned looking for one-syllable middle names for girls besides Grace, Rose, and Anne. Plenty of them came to mind, but just how many were there? I challenged myself to make a list of 100 one-syllable middle names for girls. And by the time I stopped, I’d reached 125. Note: And […]
READ MORE >>Name Help: Alphabetical Order
Name Help is a series at Appellation Mountain. Every week, one reader’s name questions will be discussed. We’re relying on thoughtful comments from the community to help expectant parents narrow down their name decisions. Thank you in advance for sharing your insight! Clara writes: I am writing to ask for help for a scenario I […]
READ MORE >>Butterfly Baby Names: Monarch, Mariposa, Yara
Could butterfly baby names be the next wave in nature name possibilities? With choices like Rowan and River, Willow and Autumn so popular today, it’s easy to see parents moving on to all things lepidopteran. While having butterflies in your stomach signals nervousness, almost all the associations with the beautiful bugs are positive. Many cultures […]
READ MORE >>Baby Name Shiloh: Peaceful and Powerful
The baby name Shiloh combines a stylish sound with deep roots and significant meaning. Our Baby Name of the Day is Shiloh. OLD TESTAMENT In the Old Testament, Shiloh is a place, older than Jerusalem. The city served as a sanctuary for the Israelites, prior to the construction of the First Temple in Jerusalem. It’s […]
READ MORE >>Sunday Summary: Rowdy, Kendrick, Boudicca
Are you watching the Super Bowl tonight? Football isn’t for me, but we’ll be tuning in for the halftime show featuring the incomparable Rihanna. Born Robyn Rihanna Fenty in Barbados, she’s been known only as Rihanna since she released her first studio album in 2005. (Though her other endeavors, including the trend-setting beauty line, are […]
READ MORE >>Name Help: A Sister for Marie
Name Help is a series at Appellation Mountain. Every week, one reader’s name questions will be discussed. We’re relying on thoughtful comments from the community to help expectant parents narrow down their name decisions. Thank you in advance for sharing your insight! Heather writes: We found the perfect name for our daughter, Marie Henley. Henley […]
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