101 Baby Name Tips and Suggestions

Naming a child is one of the most important and stressful events a parent will face prior to their child's arrival. There are family traditions, religious customs, as well as advice from family members and friends. These 101 Baby Naming tips may lead parents to the perfect name, or may simply eliminate some choices from contention. Either way, it will give future parents something to think about as they seek out that perfect baby name.

1. Listen to advice from family and friends - but ultimately make your own decision
2. Making others 'think' they are part of the process can make your life easier as you (and your partner) search for the perfect name
3. Arabic names tend to be religious, usually referring to worship and faithfulness
4. Research names from your favorite band, or choose the name of your favorite singer
5. Go to the library and look up some classic books or stories, as there are usually great names of classic characters
6. Choose the name of your favorite celebrity or movie star
7. Realize that celebrities may not have all of the answers - Is Apple a fruit, or a child's name?
8. Pick a name of a character from your favorite television show
9. Soap operas are a great source for unique, popular names
10. Choose a character from your favorite movie - Rocky or Sonny for example
11. If the name doesn't seem to fit the baby as they develop their personality, you can always change the name, but don't wait too long
12. In China, a name contains one unique character while the others are shared by all family members in the child's generation
13. Name the baby after your favorite town or city - Florence or Diego for example
14. Invite your friends to participate in a contest - ask them to choose the day your baby will be born, and the one who is closest gets to pick the name
15. Give a unique name - choose a top 100 name from a different country
16. Research other cultures or naming traditions
17. Babies do grow up - a cute name may not always be cute
18. Name the baby after the doctor (or nurse) that delivered the baby
19. Research your ethnic background to learn naming traditions as well as superstitions
20. Ask you older children to participate in naming your new child - it can be fun and lead to great bonding moments for your family
21. In a large family, be careful of using the same name a cousin or family member may already have - family events can become quite confusing
22. Consider using a last name as a middle name, or a first name
23. See if using the first letters of names from people in your family result in a potential name: Sarah, Alan, Michael - SAM
24. Look through your family tree and research the different names of your ancestors
25. Give a family member the honor of selecting a name for your child
26. A mother's maiden name can become a unique, momentous first name
27. Select the name you always wanted to have for yourself had you been able to choose your own name
28. Name a child after your favorite attribute of someone you love, for example, Cassidy (girl with curly hair) or Ahisma (gentle)
29. Pick a name after a beautiful flower, like Lilly or Rose
30. The French have traditionally given names from the Roman Catholic calendar of saints
31. Pick you favorite gem - Ruby or Pearl
32. Choose a popular name from other countries or cultures
33. Name your child after a grandparent from either the mother's or father's family
34. Greeks typically use the paternal grandfather's name for the first-born male and the paternal grandmother's name for the first daughter
35. Visit a local hospital and go to the maternity ward - check out what other parents are naming there kids
36. Five distinct requirements for a Hindu name 1) the name should be easy to say and have a pleasant sound, 2) the name would need to have a set number of syllables, as well as vowels, 3) the baby's name would indicate his or her gender, 4) the name would represent the family's status, specific to power, wealth, and fame, and 5) the caste of the family would be suggested with the chosen name
37. Hispanic names frequently have biblical histories or are named for Saints
38. Write down the initials from the baby's full name - make sure it does not spell something bad - Dana Angela Madison (DAM)
39. Think of the child's middle name as well - make sure the first and middle names sound good together
40. Irish children are often named after family members - First son named after father's father, first daughter after mother's daughter, second son after mother's father, second daughter after father's mother
41. There is a custom in Italy that 1) the first male is named after his paternal grandfather, 2) the second male is named after his maternal grandfather, 3) the first female is named after her paternal grandmother, and 4) the second female is named after her maternal grandmother
42. Japanese believe that a baby's name will decide its future, which is why the Japanese look for names that bring good fortune to the child
43. Ashkenazic Jews have a strong tradition that a baby be named after a deceased relative
44. Sephardim Jews name their children after living grandparents, where the first son is named for the father's father, the first daughter for the father's mother; the next son is named after his mother's father and the second girl for her maternal grandmother
45. Select a last name and use it as a first name - the last name can be in your family, or just a name you like for your child - McKenzie for example
46. Pick a name that has a special meaning to you or your significant other
47. Make sure the name you've chosen does not have a negative meaning
48. Pick some attributes you'd like your child to possess and use a baby name meaning tool to determine which names have the meaning you seek
49. Select a name that rekindles positive memories, from someone you once knew or a mentor that had a positive influence in your life
50. Make a list of names you know you don't like and determine if each has a common trait or attribute to help find the perfect name
51. Pick a name that can be easily shortened or abbreviated, allowing your child to pick the one he/she likes best as he/she gets older - for example, Michael can become Mike, Mikey, Mickey, etc
52. If you have a lucky number, pick a name with the same amount of letters as your lucky number
53. Choose wisely - some studies suggest that people with more popular names are treated better than those with less popular names
54. Some names will likely become unpopular or too popular, but don't spend too much time trying to determine if the name you've selected falls into one of these categories
55. When naming multiple kids with the same first letter, consider if it will strip some of your children from feeling unique or special
56. If you are having multiple babies, choose names that are unique - Dave and Dale are too similar, try Dave and Steve so each child feels a special affinity for their name. It will also make things less confusing when calling a child's name
57. List your favorite names and see if a combination results in a great name - Michael and Jason = Mason
58. If you have multiple kids (or plan on it), some families pick a consistent letter for each child's name: Steve, Sarah, Sonya, etc.
59. Nature is a good source to consider when trying to find beautiful names - trees (Willow), flowers (Rose), or plants (Fern)
60. Consider what nicknames can, and will, come from the name, and make sure you are not setting your child to be made fun of later in life
61. People shorten names - James will likely become Jim, or Nathaniel will likely become Nate
62. Norwegian tradition names the first-born son for the paternal grandfather, and the second-born son for the maternal grandfather. First and second born daughters were named after their grandmothers in similar fashion
63. Numerology helps many people find their perfect name - visit a site that explains uses numerology like http://www.babynamesusa.com
64. Name your child after a parent, John can become John Jr., this is one of the most commonly used traditions
65. Avoid naming the child after a past boyfriend or girlfriend of significance, it can only lead to friction
66. Visit the past to find a classic name by going to http://www.thetop100babynames.com and looking through history's top names
67. Don't select a name that had previously been held by your pet
68. Poems can contain special, meaningful names, and there are many to choose from in the local library
69. Polish people usually give one or two names and typically choose a traditional Biblical or saint's name
70. In Poland, law mandates that a person's given name must clearly indicate the baby's sex
71. Name your child after a politician of significance, from the United State or abroad
72. Consider the first name and last name and make sure they sound good together - Jim Shoe or Trixie Pixy may lead to future teasing
73. Make sure you have a name selected for each sex, boy and girl, so you are ready when the big day gets there
74. The name you've selected may look beautiful on paper - but make sure people can easily read and pronounce the name too
75. The baby will become an adult so make sure you select a name he or she will be proud of sharing and using
76. Name your baby for a religious figure. There are many to select from and this is one of the most common sources of names
77. Certain religions honor the living by naming a child after a loved one - while other religions only honor the deceased, make sure you know your religious traditions
78. Read a religious book to find names of faith
79. It may not be wise to have the first and last name rhyme - Dwight White
80. Keep your favorite names secret - avoid someone else stealing your favorite name, it could lead to arguments
81. Listen to a favorite song - there may be a good name and you can tell the child exactly where there name came from, and listen to it together
82. Pick your favorite name and change some letters - Taylor or Tayler - make it unique for your child Alice or Alyce?
83. Add a letter to a name you like - from Linda to Blinda
84. Name your child after a sports hero from your favorite team
85. Take the baby names test at http://www.babynamesusa.com to find a perfect baby name
86. Don't name 'on a whim' - give it time and thought to ensure you select the right name
87. Some families give the same first name to each of their children, passed down from generation to generation, but call them by their middle name
88. Names can be for a boy or a girl - Taylor, Dana or Jordan - make sure you are comfortable knowing a child from the opposite sex may have the same name as your child
89. Vietnamese people use different given names (first names are not traditionally passed down), and the name reflects a meaning Most Vietnamese names can be used for either sex
90. Choose the name of the best man or maid of honor in your wedding
91. Astrology, a method of self-exploration, may help you find some good ideas for the right name
92. French people traditionally have one or two (sometimes more) given names, with the first name being used in most social settings and the additional given names in honor of family members
93. Children's movies or cartoons may contain some good names for your consideration
94. Ask your children for names of children in their class as school
95. Name your child after your best friend, or the best friend of your significant other
96. Grab the newspaper and see if there are some good names in the articles or stories of interest
97. It may sound gross, but the obituary section of a newspaper can be a good source of great names - as well as classic names from the past
98. Name your child after a prominent business person, a doctor, a lawyer, or a favorite teacher
99. American Idol is the hottest reality show on television right now - pick your favorite contestant and use that name for your child
100. If the child is a boy, name the child after a President of the United States of America or your country of origin
101. Name your child after a past winner of the Nobel Peace Prize

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101 Baby Name Tips and Suggestions

Naming a child is one of the most important and stressful events a parent will face prior to their child's arrival. There are family traditions, religious customs, as well as advice from family members and friends. These 101 Baby Naming tips may lead parents to the perfect name, or may simply eliminate some choices from contention. Either way, it will give future parents something to think about as they seek out that perfect baby name.

1. Listen to advice from family and friends - but ultimately make your own decision
2. Making others 'think' they are part of the process can make your life easier as you (and your partner) search for the perfect name
3. Arabic names tend to be religious, usually referring to worship and faithfulness
4. Research names from your favorite band, or choose the name of your favorite singer
5. Go to the library and look up some classic books or stories, as there are usually great names of classic characters
6. Choose the name of your favorite celebrity or movie star
7. Realize that celebrities may not have all of the answers - Is Apple a fruit, or a child's name?
8. Pick a name of a character from your favorite television show
9. Soap operas are a great source for unique, popular names
10. Choose a character from your favorite movie - Rocky or Sonny for example
11. If the name doesn't seem to fit the baby as they develop their personality, you can always change the name, but don't wait too long
12. In China, a name contains one unique character while the others are shared by all family members in the child's generation
13. Name the baby after your favorite town or city - Florence or Diego for example
14. Invite your friends to participate in a contest - ask them to choose the day your baby will be born, and the one who is closest gets to pick the name
15. Give a unique name - choose a top 100 name from a different country
16. Research other cultures or naming traditions
17. Babies do grow up - a cute name may not always be cute
18. Name the baby after the doctor (or nurse) that delivered the baby
19. Research your ethnic background to learn naming traditions as well as superstitions
20. Ask you older children to participate in naming your new child - it can be fun and lead to great bonding moments for your family
21. In a large family, be careful of using the same name a cousin or family member may already have - family events can become quite confusing
22. Consider using a last name as a middle name, or a first name
23. See if using the first letters of names from people in your family result in a potential name: Sarah, Alan, Michael - SAM
24. Look through your family tree and research the different names of your ancestors
25. Give a family member the honor of selecting a name for your child
26. A mother's maiden name can become a unique, momentous first name
27. Select the name you always wanted to have for yourself had you been able to choose your own name
28. Name a child after your favorite attribute of someone you love, for example, Cassidy (girl with curly hair) or Ahisma (gentle)
29. Pick a name after a beautiful flower, like Lilly or Rose
30. The French have traditionally given names from the Roman Catholic calendar of saints
31. Pick you favorite gem - Ruby or Pearl
32. Choose a popular name from other countries or cultures
33. Name your child after a grandparent from either the mother's or father's family
34. Greeks typically use the paternal grandfather's name for the first-born male and the paternal grandmother's name for the first daughter
35. Visit a local hospital and go to the maternity ward - check out what other parents are naming there kids
36. Five distinct requirements for a Hindu name 1) the name should be easy to say and have a pleasant sound, 2) the name would need to have a set number of syllables, as well as vowels, 3) the baby's name would indicate his or her gender, 4) the name would represent the family's status, specific to power, wealth, and fame, and 5) the caste of the family would be suggested with the chosen name
37. Hispanic names frequently have biblical histories or are named for Saints
38. Write down the initials from the baby's full name - make sure it does not spell something bad - Dana Angela Madison (DAM)
39. Think of the child's middle name as well - make sure the first and middle names sound good together
40. Irish children are often named after family members - First son named after father's father, first daughter after mother's daughter, second son after mother's father, second daughter after father's mother
41. There is a custom in Italy that 1) the first male is named after his paternal grandfather, 2) the second male is named after his maternal grandfather, 3) the first female is named after her paternal grandmother, and 4) the second female is named after her maternal grandmother
42. Japanese believe that a baby's name will decide its future, which is why the Japanese look for names that bring good fortune to the child
43. Ashkenazic Jews have a strong tradition that a baby be named after a deceased relative
44. Sephardim Jews name their children after living grandparents, where the first son is named for the father's father, the first daughter for the father's mother; the next son is named after his mother's father and the second girl for her maternal grandmother
45. Select a last name and use it as a first name - the last name can be in your family, or just a name you like for your child - McKenzie for example
46. Pick a name that has a special meaning to you or your significant other
47. Make sure the name you've chosen does not have a negative meaning
48. Pick some attributes you'd like your child to possess and use a baby name meaning tool to determine which names have the meaning you seek
49. Select a name that rekindles positive memories, from someone you once knew or a mentor that had a positive influence in your life
50. Make a list of names you know you don't like and determine if each has a common trait or attribute to help find the perfect name
51. Pick a name that can be easily shortened or abbreviated, allowing your child to pick the one he/she likes best as he/she gets older - for example, Michael can become Mike, Mikey, Mickey, etc
52. If you have a lucky number, pick a name with the same amount of letters as your lucky number
53. Choose wisely - some studies suggest that people with more popular names are treated better than those with less popular names
54. Some names will likely become unpopular or too popular, but don't spend too much time trying to determine if the name you've selected falls into one of these categories
55. When naming multiple kids with the same first letter, consider if it will strip some of your children from feeling unique or special
56. If you are having multiple babies, choose names that are unique - Dave and Dale are too similar, try Dave and Steve so each child feels a special affinity for their name. It will also make things less confusing when calling a child's name
57. List your favorite names and see if a combination results in a great name - Michael and Jason = Mason
58. If you have multiple kids (or plan on it), some families pick a consistent letter for each child's name: Steve, Sarah, Sonya, etc.
59. Nature is a good source to consider when trying to find beautiful names - trees (Willow), flowers (Rose), or plants (Fern)
60. Consider what nicknames can, and will, come from the name, and make sure you are not setting your child to be made fun of later in life
61. People shorten names - James will likely become Jim, or Nathaniel will likely become Nate
62. Norwegian tradition names the first-born son for the paternal grandfather, and the second-born son for the maternal grandfather. First and second born daughters were named after their grandmothers in similar fashion
63. Numerology helps many people find their perfect name - visit a site that explains uses numerology like http://www.babynamesusa.com
64. Name your child after a parent, John can become John Jr., this is one of the most commonly used traditions
65. Avoid naming the child after a past boyfriend or girlfriend of significance, it can only lead to friction
66. Visit the past to find a classic name by going to http://www.thetop100babynames.com and looking through history's top names
67. Don't select a name that had previously been held by your pet
68. Poems can contain special, meaningful names, and there are many to choose from in the local library
69. Polish people usually give one or two names and typically choose a traditional Biblical or saint's name
70. In Poland, law mandates that a person's given name must clearly indicate the baby's sex
71. Name your child after a politician of significance, from the United State or abroad
72. Consider the first name and last name and make sure they sound good together - Jim Shoe or Trixie Pixy may lead to future teasing
73. Make sure you have a name selected for each sex, boy and girl, so you are ready when the big day gets there
74. The name you've selected may look beautiful on paper - but make sure people can easily read and pronounce the name too
75. The baby will become an adult so make sure you select a name he or she will be proud of sharing and using
76. Name your baby for a religious figure. There are many to select from and this is one of the most common sources of names
77. Certain religions honor the living by naming a child after a loved one - while other religions only honor the deceased, make sure you know your religious traditions
78. Read a religious book to find names of faith
79. It may not be wise to have the first and last name rhyme - Dwight White
80. Keep your favorite names secret - avoid someone else stealing your favorite name, it could lead to arguments
81. Listen to a favorite song - there may be a good name and you can tell the child exactly where there name came from, and listen to it together
82. Pick your favorite name and change some letters - Taylor or Tayler - make it unique for your child Alice or Alyce?
83. Add a letter to a name you like - from Linda to Blinda
84. Name your child after a sports hero from your favorite team
85. Take the baby names test at http://www.babynamesusa.com to find a perfect baby name
86. Don't name 'on a whim' - give it time and thought to ensure you select the right name
87. Some families give the same first name to each of their children, passed down from generation to generation, but call them by their middle name
88. Names can be for a boy or a girl - Taylor, Dana or Jordan - make sure you are comfortable knowing a child from the opposite sex may have the same name as your child
89. Vietnamese people use different given names (first names are not traditionally passed down), and the name reflects a meaning Most Vietnamese names can be used for either sex
90. Choose the name of the best man or maid of honor in your wedding
91. Astrology, a method of self-exploration, may help you find some good ideas for the right name
92. French people traditionally have one or two (sometimes more) given names, with the first name being used in most social settings and the additional given names in honor of family members
93. Children's movies or cartoons may contain some good names for your consideration
94. Ask your children for names of children in their class as school
95. Name your child after your best friend, or the best friend of your significant other
96. Grab the newspaper and see if there are some good names in the articles or stories of interest
97. It may sound gross, but the obituary section of a newspaper can be a good source of great names - as well as classic names from the past
98. Name your child after a prominent business person, a doctor, a lawyer, or a favorite teacher
99. American Idol is the hottest reality show on television right now - pick your favorite contestant and use that name for your child
100. If the child is a boy, name the child after a President of the United States of America or your country of origin
101. Name your child after a past winner of the Nobel Peace Prize

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American Baby Names

Americans have the capacity and the quality to create and improvise baby names that sound great and beautiful any given time of the day. For Americans, the most important name written in your birth certificate is your first name but an increasingly important role is attributed to the middle name and the combination it forms with the first. In the spirit of the cultural variety of the United States, American baby names are usually derived from many other languages, with an obvious emphasis on English baby names.

There are also a wide variety of unique American names that are derived from names related to history, different location names, color meanings, flowers, fictional characters, or names that have religious origins. But not all people respect these types of genres;

An increasing number of American parents tend to opt for a more non-conformist type of choosing a baby name than by simply choosing from the above-mentioned categories. Some choose to create original and unique baby names by themselves, others choose to combine existing names to form new ones, whereas others are influenced by mythical or interesting cultures when choosing their babies names, such as specific ancient Greek or Roman names, or Native American baby names.

Today, most Americans ask themselves a couple of simple questions before actually choosing a name for their babies, namely questions like:

If I choose a certain name for my baby, will it suit him or her?

Will it affect my babys success in life?

Will this name be popular 20 years from now, or will my 20-years old son be taunted by his friends because of his dated name?

When choosing a name, should I choose a traditional American baby name or a name with religious or historical signification?

Will an unusual or exotic name suit my baby or should I stick to the casual ones American baby names?

These are just a few questions that need to be taken in consideration when deciding on your babys first and middle names. Just make sure that the names that you choose sound well together and you dont get combinations such as Monica Catherine and the horrible cacophony it comes attached with.

Here are a few examples of popular American baby names: 

Casey is a nice American baby boys name that has a pretty meaning: brave. Sandy, which is a derivate of the Greek name Sandrine, is another American baby girls name with a special meaning: defender of mankind. Darlene is a beautiful American baby girls name that has sounds similar to darling. Vivian is a girls name and its meaning is alive.

For those who want names with a religious meaning or message, Tina is a good American baby girls name choice, as it means a follower of Christ. Here are some Native American baby names, if those other examples werent what you were looking for: Howi is a Native American baby boys name originating from the Miwok clan and the name can be translated by turtle dove.

Another Native American name with a Zuni origin is Malia. Malias translation is Bitter or sea of bitterness, which is not necessarily pleasant, but then again, who will know what your babys name actually means anyway?

Because Your Baby Deserves The Best Name

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Planning important is the baby name?

Planning important is the baby name? - Website to find out or try to find the name of a good wind, maybe it could be a reference for you in babynames.com, there you will be able to see a lot of the latest news about the babies are adorable.


Looking for a good baby name for your baby or child candidates that should be considered ripe for the name is a form of love for us to the boy. the emergence of many alternatives to find a good name for a baby makes us sometimes get confused by it.

Planning important is the baby name?

Better try to find a good baby name that we ask in advance to our parents, whether the parents of the wife or husband. specifies the name of the baby so we could find the main references of older people.


Usually a good baby name can we create with our own desires, from the results of references from various sources.


Make your child a good kid with a good baby name, may be a devoted son to his parents later.