An excellent resource for expecting parents. The Art of Naming has an expert consultant ready to help you find the perfect name. Can't decide what name to choose? Can't agree with your partner on the right name? Need an unbiased party to offer you name suggestions and help you narrow down your options? This blog offers name education and statistics that can inspire your naming process.
Have you ever met someone whose name is also a word? I knew a man named Grant who didn't seem to flinch when someone used the word grant in a sentence. It's interesting that there can be such a difference in our minds between hearing the word and hearing the name.
Do you know anyone who has one of the following word names? Can you think of more that weren't listed below?
Angel
Archer
Arrow
Atlas
Bishop
Blue
Brave
Chance
Christian
Clay
Cobalt
Drew
Ever
Free
Gene
Grant
Harbor
Hunter
Justice
King
Lance
Mark
Maverick
Max
Miles
Noble
Oak
Ocean
Pace
Page
Parker
Patriot
Prince
Ranger
Ray
River
Roman
Seven
Sterling
True
Vale
Valor
Van
Victor
Viridian
West
Wilder
Woody
Which is your favorite word name? Have you used any of these for your child? Do you plan to?
Top Trending Baby Names in the US from Births in 2023 According to the Social Security Administration Choosing the perfect name for your baby is a significant decision, and many parents look to current trends for inspiration. In 2023, certain names have captured the hearts of parents across the United States. Let's dive into the top ten trending baby names for boys and girls and explore what makes them so popular. Top 10 Baby Boy Names 1. Liam: A name of Irish origin meaning "strong-willed warrior," Liam has been a favorite for several years due to its simplicity and strength. It could be used to honor a William. 2. Noah: This biblical name, meaning "rest" or "comfort," continues to be a top choice for its timeless appeal. 3. Oliver: With roots in Latin, meaning "olive tree," Oliver is beloved for its classic yet modern feel. It works great for any age. 4. James: A traditional name of Hebrew origin meaning "supplanter," James rema
The Freake Limner (American Colonial Era Painter, active 1670-c 1680) Mrs Elizabeth Freake and Baby Mary 1674 British Colonial America was a very important time in our history. They are the ones that started it all with a sense of freedom and independence. The ones who made the voyage over were discovering a whole new land and developing their own rules in their own new towns. They also had some interesting names, some of which you don't hear often today, and others that might just be cool enough to actually use again. These names were popular in colonial times, taken straight from the 18th century! Some of these overlap with the Biblical names list, and they seem to be much different than the names popular in England during the Victorian era. If you're looking for some cool, historical choices, perhaps you'll find a name that you like here! Boys: Abel Abiel Abijah Abimael Abner Abraham Absalom Adonijah Ajax Alden Amias
For anyone considering baby names for a future daughter, finding the right choice isn't always the easiest task. There are many factors at play, including how the name sounds and flows with your surname, potential nicknames, the name's popularity, ease of spelling and pronunciation, and the name's meaning. All of these aspects are things that should be considered when choosing a name for a child. However, some people just need somewhere to start before delving deeper. If you're in need of a launch pad, consider this list a great beginning. Last week we took a look at names starting with A-M, all of which would be great for a modern girl. Now, browse these names from N-Z for even more inspiration! Naomi Natalie Natasha Nell Niamh Nicole Noelle Noa Nola Nora Norah Nova Octavia Odelia Odessa Odette Olive Olivia Olivine Olympia Oona Ophelia Ottilie Ottoline Paige Paisley Pearl Penelope Peony Phaedra Philippa Phoebe Piper Poppy Prisc
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