About Abby Sandel

Whether you're naming a baby, or just all about names, you've come to the right place! Appellation Mountain is a haven for lovers of obscure gems and enduring classics alike.

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  1. Congratulations on your fourth birthday!

    I absolutely adore Bastian. Ledger, I really like! I’d never considered it, and I don’t know if I ever would for a son, but it might grow on me.

    I’m not completely sold on the Anchor rule right now– to me it sounds good in theory, but not in practice. I have a traditional middle name and an unusual first– but how can they balance each other if I am referred to only by my first name? I guess it’s a good idea to leave the option open for the child, in case they want to take up either the more unusual or traditional name, but again, still not sold.

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  2. Happy birthday! It seems weird to think I’ve probably been reading this blog for over two years, what with Tilly being 16 months old now, time really does fly!
    Oh and I don’t know if you’ve seen yet but Bryce Dallas Howard and Seth Gabel have announced the name of their second child, Beatrice Jean, to go with big brother Theodore. I knew I liked them for a reason 🙂

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    1. Oh, yes! Beatrice Jean and Theodore Norman are a vintage, fusty-chic sibling set made in naming heaven! Lovin’ some Bea and Theo. I also find it so interesting how different from her own name’s style Bryce went for her kids’ names – it’s like a complete 180 (and, although I think Bryce Dallas Howard is a great name, especially for an actress, I think it’s a positive 180)!

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      1. Beatrice Jean is very cool. Its not my personal style, but I really like it on someone else. Plus, Beatrice and Theodore make a great sibling set.

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  3. Happy Birthday!

    I never made the Bastian and Bastion connection, but now that you did, I could definitely see this name catching on with parents who like names like Cannon, Archer & Gunner.

    Elizabeth Snow is very elegant. Ginko is definitely a cool nature choice.

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  4. I love Prescott! Its old and preppy but has a sharper sound than some other names I can think of in that category, so it sounds young 🙂

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  5. Happy Fourth Birthday!

    And I’m completely in agreement with Lemon: accounting and tragic Hollywood death – what a combo!

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  6. Happy Birthday! Your blog always makes my commute more enjoyable 🙂 Hope you keep going for many more years.

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  7. Happy birthday! This is my favorite blog to check every day, and it’s been awesome all along the way. Here’s to many more years of names!
    It’s an honor to have my blog mentioned on your blog, by the way.

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  9. Happy fourth, Appellation Mountain (and Abby)! What an accomplishment…

    What do I think of Ledger? Too Heath. And it reminds me of a ledger, like for bookkeeping. A bit odd, no? Everdine and Ameline are gorgeous! I really see Everdeen and Everdine-like names taking off with the popularity of The Hunger Games, especially since Ev- names were so hot before the series. Prescott is fun, Abby! And, I just discovered Nook’s complete list of names – wowza! There’s so many to ponder.

    Speaking of cool surname names, what about Eames? Totally chic and wearable, I think, and a cool architectural artsy choice that still has a grown-up, admittedly preppy feel. Also, the -lis names, notably Ellis, Hollis, and Tallis. I think they’re all incredible!

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  10. Happy birthday! I’m a relatively new reader – just discovered it within the past year – but it’s one of my daily pleasures. Here’s to four more fantastic years!

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