After promising that she would choose a classic name, actress Minnie Driver did not disappoint. Henry Story Driver arrived on Friday, September 5. Mom and baby are doing well. We’re big fans of Henry, a Name of the Day back in May. We find him classic and cool, and yes, a bit on the geek […]
READ MORE >>Name of the Day: Desmond
This choice has impeccably Irish credentials, but circa 2008, reminds many of us of a Nobel Peace prize winner from the opposite hemisphere. Thanks to Holey for suggesting today’s Name of the Day: Desmond.
READ MORE >>Name of the Day: Magina
Today’s Name of the Day is one from the curiosity cabinet – Rocking Fetal’s grandmother’s name: Magina.
READ MORE >>Name of the Day: Linus
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.
READ MORE >>Name of the Day: Sylvia
Looking for a subtle nature name that’s been worn by a saint and a queen, with mythological and literary associations, too? Today’s Name of the Day fulfills each and every requirement. Thanks to Kim and Another for suggesting Sylvia.
READ MORE >>Name of the Day: Marisa
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.
READ MORE >>Name of the Day: Zephyr
Our first reaction when Unknown suggested this one? No way! It’s a car, a train, the Greek God of the wind. But then we remembered that he’s also a saint, and all of a sudden today’s Name of the Day started to sound almost wearable: the zippy, zany Zephyr.
READ MORE >>Name of the Day: Wilhelmina
Some names just scream regal. Today’s choice has been worn by queens aplenty and sounds quite lofty – maybe too lofty for a child. But when you consider all the darling diminutives associated with this mouthful of a moniker, the list may make you say, “Hmmm … maybe it could work for a daughter.” Thanks […]
READ MORE >>Name of the Day: Garrett
If you’re searching for a name with a certain cowboy cool, but recognize that Buck and Blade are best reserved for the livestock, here’s one to consider. Thanks to Another for suggesting today’s Name of the Day: Garrett.
READ MORE >>Name of the Day: Xanthe
It’s a mythological moniker that’s rarely heard in the US – or anywhere, for that matter. Thanks to Laney McDonald for suggesting today’s intriguing Name of the Day: Xanthe.
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