Not too long ago, I got a LetterLuxe order for the name Daenerys, so I know that some parents-to-be are inspired by the names from the hugely popular Game of Thrones. Lots of popular TV shows, movies, books, and celebrities work their way into our naming culture, so this isn’t a surprise. With the sixth… Continue reading ‘Game of Thrones’ Inspired Baby Names
The Name of the Week is Nora. I have always loved the name Nora. What about you? Here’s what’s great about it: It has a truly lovely definition – “honor” It feels old-fashioned and I mean that in the best way possible It doesn’t have any built-in nicknames, so if you want people to use… Continue reading Name of the Week: Nora
The Name of the Week is Dylan. What do you think? I’ve always been a fan. Here’s what’s great about Dylan: It has a lovely meaning – “sea” Despite being an old name, it still feels very contemporary It’s fairly popular without having been in the Top 10 – Dylan peaked at #19 for boys… Continue reading Name of the Week: Dylan
Happy 100th birthday, Beverly Cleary! I have such wonderful memories of reading your books growing up. I remember reading Dear Mr. Henshaw aloud to my mom one summer when I was learning to read. I remember a teacher reading Ralph S. Mouse to the class. But mostly I remember Beezus and Ramona… My favorite! In… Continue reading Names Inspired by Beverly Cleary (in honor of her 100th birthday!)
How do I love names? Let me count the ways… Ok, that’s not *exactly* what Elizabeth Barrett Browning wrote, but I think I’m allowed some poetic license since this is National Poetry Month. In honor of this celebration, I put together a list of poet-inspired names: Poet-Inspired Baby Name Ideas AUDEN – W. H. Auden… Continue reading Poet-Inspired Names in Honor of National Poetry Month
The Name of the Week is Levi. What do you think? Yay or nay? Here’s what makes it a great name: Levi has a great meaning – “together” – this has a very positive vibe to it If you want to avoid nicknames, Levi is a great choice – you might get a few Lees… Continue reading Name of the Week: Levi
The Name of the Week is Adeline. What do you think? I love it. Let me count the reasons: It has an awesome meaning – “noble” It has cute nickname potential with Addie, Ada, or Lina It has a nice vintage feel without feeling out-of-date It’s not too popular yet – it’s only ranked #214… Continue reading Name of the Week: Adeline
Looking for some name inspiration for your Easter baby? Consider these beautiful baby names: GIRL BABY NAMES Anastasia (Greek = resurrection) Aviva (Hebrew = renewal) Bird/Birdie Lily Mary Magdalena Renata (Italian = reborn) BOY BABY NAMES Francis Joseph Luke Pasquale (Italian = Easter) Peter Renee / Rene (French = reborn) If you have an Easter… Continue reading Easter Baby Name Ideas
Amanda Elizabeth Barden 