Guys, I've got to admit, my email inbox has been pretty depressing lately. Everyday I check it to get anywhere from 30-70 emails of spam, spammy spam and extra delicious SPAM in chocolate flavor. To top it off every time I build up my hopes thinking there will be at least *one* email from a person wanting to help with names and there have been hardly any...
So, I'm going to persuade all of you why you should definitely email me:
Naming a child can be really hard. People don't appreciate just how hard. Especially the first one, and anywhere after the 3rd or 4th can be difficult. I'm never going to name your child for you, but I will do this:
I basically do all the research for you! (I've loved names for years and years and years, and have lists upon lists of different names)
-If you give me 3+ names you like, so I have an idea of what you'll like, i'll provide you a huge list of other names I think you'll like.
-Names with special meanings.
-Commonly liked combinations (first and middles)
I can give you feedback on names you've chosen such as popularity and user-friendliness (and if you ask, just my personal opinion!)
Plus links or books I think will get you in the right track.
Basically, I do HOURS and HOURS (well, it takes me about 1-3 hours to compile a list ;)) of research for you for free. From the bottom of my heart. Because I lovvve naming kids.
Please! Email me, I'm begging! The email is anni.ekate@yahoo.com.au
I won't bite!
(Oh, and to help me differentiate your email from the spam I get, put something to do with 'baby names' in the subject box!)
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Friday, February 8, 2008
Thursday, January 31, 2008
Cute combinations, Boys F-J
And now onto the next segment of Cute Combinations!
F
Classic: Francis Robert
Boyishly cute: Franklin James
Unusual: Finley Niall
Unique: Flynn Ross
G
Classic: Grant Alexander
Boyishly cute: Grayson Lucas
Modern: Gavin Lee
Unusual: Griffin Leo
Unique: Grayden Ross
Unisex: Gabriel Reese
H
Classic: Henry Robert
Conservative: Harrison Michael
Boyishly cute: Hudson Chase
Modern: Hunter Nathaniel
Unusual: Hugo Joseph
Unique: Hamish Alexander
Unisex: Harley Ross
I
Boyishly cute: Isaac Bradford
Modern: Isaiah Jacob
Unusual: Irvin Michael
J
Classic: Jack Oliver
Conservative: James Edward
Boyishly cute: Jude Grayson
Modern: Jayce Lee
Unusual: Jarvis Dean
Unique: Jai Anthony (rhymes with eye)
Unisex: Jamie Matthew
What do you think about these? Comment below!
Got some comments in the blog? Some suggestions for me? Want advice naming your child? Email me at anni.ekate@yahoo.com.au
Wednesday, January 23, 2008
Naming after... Flowers and Plants
After doing countries, colors and birds, its now time to go onto Names which are flowers and plants, and I bet this one will be super popular!
(For some of the more unusual ones, do a Google images search to see them)
Girls
Category one: Names which aren't actually flowers or plants, but have meanings which are plants.
Afina, meaning "blueberry" in Romanian.
Alma, meaning "apple" in Turkish
Anemone, meaning "wind flower" in Greek.
Anthea, meaning "flowery" in Greek.
Antonia, meaning "flower" in Greek.
Avalon, meaning "apple" in Old Welsh. (G.Paltrow soo should have named her daughter this instead.. way more subtle!)
Ayla, meaning "oak tree" in Hebrew and Old English.
Carmel, meaning "garden, orchard" in Hebrew.
Diantha, meaning "heavenly flower" in Greek.
Elma, meaning "apple" in Turkish.
Fabia, meaning "bean" in Roman.
Fleur, meaning "flower" in Old French.
Gita/ Greta/ Gretchen meaning "daisy" in Spanish.
Hana, meaning "flower" or "blossom" in Japanese.
Helianthe, meaning "bright flower" in Greek.
Hester, meaning "myrtle" in Hebrew.
Hortense, meaning "garden or gardener" in Latin.
Iolanthe, meaning "violet flower" in Greek.
Ketifa, meaning "to pick a flower" in Arabic.
Leilani, meaning "heavenly flower" in Hawaiian.
Lys, meaning "lily" in Medieval French.
Marva, meaning "sage" in Hebrew.
Mina, meaning "daisy" in Persian.
Phyllis, meaning "leafy branch" in Greek.
Susannah, meaning "lily" in Hebrew.
Talia, meaning "to bloom" in Greek.
Yolanda, meaning "violet" in Greek.
Zara, meaning "flower" in Arabic.
Zita, meaning "little rose" in Spanish.
Category two: Names which are already known to be used.
Angelica
Dahlia
Daisy
Erica
Heather
Holly
Iris
Ivy
Jacinta
Jasmine
Laurel
Lily
Rose
Rosemary
Rowan
Sage
Sienna
Veronica
Violet
Willow
Category three: Unusual but Usable. Names which are quite unique, but can be used in normal situations quite easily, or have nicknames which are 'normal'
Acacia, "Keisha"
Alcea, "Allie", "Alcie"
Anise, "Annie", "Anna", "Nissa"
Arnica, "Arna", "Arnie", "Anna, "Annie", "Nicky"
Alyssum, "Allie", "Alice", "Alyssa", "Lyssa", "Lyssie"
Amaranth, "Amy", "Mara", "Mary", "Antha", "Annie", "Anna"
Amaryllis, "Amy", "Mara", "Mary", "Rylla", "Lissa", "Lissie"
Azalea, "Az", "Azzie", "Zayley", "Ayla", "Ayley", "Lia"
Betony, "Betty", "Etta", "Ettie", "Tony"
Bryony, "Bree"
Calla, "Callie", "Allie" (what Actor Eric Johnson and writer/producer Adria Budd recently named their daughter, Calla Prairie)
Camellia, "Cara", "Carma", "Meeley", "Lia"
Cassia, "Cass", "Cassie", "Casey"
Cicely, "Cissy", "Celia", "Ellie", "Lee"
Coralbell, "Cora", "Coral", "Corey", "Belle", "Bella" (this ones a little over the top, too, but isn't as crazy as Bluebell. Coral is quite a pretty name)
Fern
Flora, "Flo", "Flossie", "Flor", "Lora", "Lori"
Gardenia, "Deana", "Nia"
Ginger, "Ginnie"
Hazel
Hyacinth, "Cinth", "Cinthie", "Cinthia"
Jacaranda, "Jackie", "Cara", "Anda", "Andy", "Anna", "Annie", "Anne"
Jessamine, "Jess", "Jessie", "Sam", "Sammy"
Juniper, "June", "Juno"
Lavender
Lilac, "Lila"
Linnea, "Lin", "Linna", "Nia", "Lynae"
Linden, "Lin", "Lindy", "Linna"
Lotus, "Lo", "Lola"
Magnolia, "Maggie", "Aggie", "Noel", "Olly", "Lia"
Mallow, "Mal", "Lo"
Marguerite, "Margie", "Mary", "Maggie", "Rita"
Marigold, "Mary", "Marie", "Goldie"
Myrtle
Narcissa, "Nara", "Cissy"
Nigella, "Nyah", "Gel", "Gella", "Ella", "Ellie", "Elle"
Oleander, "Ollie", "Lia", "Leanne", "Anda", "Andy", "Anna", "Annie", "Anne"
Olive, "Olly", "Liv", "Livvy"
Pansy
Petunia
Poppy
Primrose, "Rosa", "Rosie", "Rose"
Saffron, "Saffie", "Ronnie"
Solandra, "Solly", "Olly", "Landry", "Andra", "Andy", "Anna", "Annie", "Anne"
Tamarind, "Tammy", "Mary"
Tansy, "Tanner", "Anna", "Annie"
Valerian, "Val", "Vallie", "Ria", "Rianne", "Anne", "Anna", "Annie"
Viola, "Vi", "Ola", "Olly"
Zinnia, "Nia"
Category four: Totally out there. These ones are ones to use with a lot of caution, they don't quite fit in or have normal nicknames to fall back on.
Bluebell (now I know this one can be shortened to Belle or Bella... but really. Its just very out there for a real person.)
Cayenne (feminine spelling, but a bit too masculine pronunciation for me)
Cherry (maybe cute as a nickname, but a bit much for me)
Daffodil (this one can be shortened to Daffy but again, its a bit much for me)
Hebe
Jonquil
Pepper (probably a lot cuter as a nickname)
Peony
Posy
Silverbell (pretty for an animal, but probably a bit much for a child)
Sorrel
Sunflower (a little much..)
Boys
Category one: Names which aren't actually flowers or plants, but have meanings which are plants.
Ackley, meaning "meadow of Oak Trees" in Middle English.
Axel, meaning "small oak tree" in German.
Bailey, meaning "berry" in Old English.
Derry, meaning "oak tree" in Welsh.
Fabian, meaning "bean" in Latin.
Fraser, meaning "strawberry" in French.
Jared, Jarrett, meaning "rose" in Greek.
Oliver, meaning "olive tree" in French.
Orrin, meaning "tree" in Hebrew.
Perry, meaning "pear tree" in Old English.
Purnal, meaning "pear" in Latin.
Category two: Unusual but Usable. Names which are quite unique, but can be used in normal situations quite easily, or have nicknames which are 'normal'
Alder, "Al"
Ash
Basil
Briar
Cassius
Linden (both Cassius and Linden I have heard on boys before, but they are pretty hard with nicknames/are a little feminine)
Oleander, "Olly", "Lee", "Ander", "Andy"
Saffron, "Ron"
Sage
Thorn, "Thor"
Category three: Totally out there. These ones are ones to use with a lot of caution, they don't quite fit in or have normal nicknames to fall back on.
Cedar
Jonquil
Got some other flower or plant names? Any you really like or dislike? Do you know anyone named after a flower or plant? Comment below!
Any suggestions for Annie-Kate? Comments on or requests for the blog? Want some advice naming your child? Email me at anni.ekate@yahoo.com.au
(For some of the more unusual ones, do a Google images search to see them)
Girls
Category one: Names which aren't actually flowers or plants, but have meanings which are plants.
Afina, meaning "blueberry" in Romanian.
Alma, meaning "apple" in Turkish
Anemone, meaning "wind flower" in Greek.
Anthea, meaning "flowery" in Greek.
Antonia, meaning "flower" in Greek.
Avalon, meaning "apple" in Old Welsh. (G.Paltrow soo should have named her daughter this instead.. way more subtle!)
Ayla, meaning "oak tree" in Hebrew and Old English.
Carmel, meaning "garden, orchard" in Hebrew.
Diantha, meaning "heavenly flower" in Greek.
Elma, meaning "apple" in Turkish.
Fabia, meaning "bean" in Roman.
Fleur, meaning "flower" in Old French.
Gita/ Greta/ Gretchen meaning "daisy" in Spanish.
Hana, meaning "flower" or "blossom" in Japanese.
Helianthe, meaning "bright flower" in Greek.
Hester, meaning "myrtle" in Hebrew.
Hortense, meaning "garden or gardener" in Latin.
Iolanthe, meaning "violet flower" in Greek.
Ketifa, meaning "to pick a flower" in Arabic.
Leilani, meaning "heavenly flower" in Hawaiian.
Lys, meaning "lily" in Medieval French.
Marva, meaning "sage" in Hebrew.
Mina, meaning "daisy" in Persian.
Phyllis, meaning "leafy branch" in Greek.
Susannah, meaning "lily" in Hebrew.
Talia, meaning "to bloom" in Greek.
Yolanda, meaning "violet" in Greek.
Zara, meaning "flower" in Arabic.
Zita, meaning "little rose" in Spanish.
Category two: Names which are already known to be used.
Angelica
Dahlia
Daisy
Erica
Heather
Holly
Iris
Ivy
Jacinta
Jasmine
Laurel
Lily
Rose
Rosemary
Rowan
Sage
Sienna
Veronica
Violet
Willow
Category three: Unusual but Usable. Names which are quite unique, but can be used in normal situations quite easily, or have nicknames which are 'normal'
Acacia, "Keisha"
Alcea, "Allie", "Alcie"
Anise, "Annie", "Anna", "Nissa"
Arnica, "Arna", "Arnie", "Anna, "Annie", "Nicky"
Alyssum, "Allie", "Alice", "Alyssa", "Lyssa", "Lyssie"
Amaranth, "Amy", "Mara", "Mary", "Antha", "Annie", "Anna"
Amaryllis, "Amy", "Mara", "Mary", "Rylla", "Lissa", "Lissie"
Azalea, "Az", "Azzie", "Zayley", "Ayla", "Ayley", "Lia"
Betony, "Betty", "Etta", "Ettie", "Tony"
Bryony, "Bree"
Calla, "Callie", "Allie" (what Actor Eric Johnson and writer/producer Adria Budd recently named their daughter, Calla Prairie)
Camellia, "Cara", "Carma", "Meeley", "Lia"
Cassia, "Cass", "Cassie", "Casey"
Cicely, "Cissy", "Celia", "Ellie", "Lee"
Coralbell, "Cora", "Coral", "Corey", "Belle", "Bella" (this ones a little over the top, too, but isn't as crazy as Bluebell. Coral is quite a pretty name)
Fern
Flora, "Flo", "Flossie", "Flor", "Lora", "Lori"
Gardenia, "Deana", "Nia"
Ginger, "Ginnie"
Hazel
Hyacinth, "Cinth", "Cinthie", "Cinthia"
Jacaranda, "Jackie", "Cara", "Anda", "Andy", "Anna", "Annie", "Anne"
Jessamine, "Jess", "Jessie", "Sam", "Sammy"
Juniper, "June", "Juno"
Lavender
Lilac, "Lila"
Linnea, "Lin", "Linna", "Nia", "Lynae"
Linden, "Lin", "Lindy", "Linna"
Lotus, "Lo", "Lola"
Magnolia, "Maggie", "Aggie", "Noel", "Olly", "Lia"
Mallow, "Mal", "Lo"
Marguerite, "Margie", "Mary", "Maggie", "Rita"
Marigold, "Mary", "Marie", "Goldie"
Myrtle
Narcissa, "Nara", "Cissy"
Nigella, "Nyah", "Gel", "Gella", "Ella", "Ellie", "Elle"
Oleander, "Ollie", "Lia", "Leanne", "Anda", "Andy", "Anna", "Annie", "Anne"
Olive, "Olly", "Liv", "Livvy"
Pansy
Petunia
Poppy
Primrose, "Rosa", "Rosie", "Rose"
Saffron, "Saffie", "Ronnie"
Solandra, "Solly", "Olly", "Landry", "Andra", "Andy", "Anna", "Annie", "Anne"
Tamarind, "Tammy", "Mary"
Tansy, "Tanner", "Anna", "Annie"
Valerian, "Val", "Vallie", "Ria", "Rianne", "Anne", "Anna", "Annie"
Viola, "Vi", "Ola", "Olly"
Zinnia, "Nia"
Category four: Totally out there. These ones are ones to use with a lot of caution, they don't quite fit in or have normal nicknames to fall back on.
Bluebell (now I know this one can be shortened to Belle or Bella... but really. Its just very out there for a real person.)
Cayenne (feminine spelling, but a bit too masculine pronunciation for me)
Cherry (maybe cute as a nickname, but a bit much for me)
Daffodil (this one can be shortened to Daffy but again, its a bit much for me)
Hebe
Jonquil
Pepper (probably a lot cuter as a nickname)
Peony
Posy
Silverbell (pretty for an animal, but probably a bit much for a child)
Sorrel
Sunflower (a little much..)
Boys
Category one: Names which aren't actually flowers or plants, but have meanings which are plants.
Ackley, meaning "meadow of Oak Trees" in Middle English.
Axel, meaning "small oak tree" in German.
Bailey, meaning "berry" in Old English.
Derry, meaning "oak tree" in Welsh.
Fabian, meaning "bean" in Latin.
Fraser, meaning "strawberry" in French.
Jared, Jarrett, meaning "rose" in Greek.
Oliver, meaning "olive tree" in French.
Orrin, meaning "tree" in Hebrew.
Perry, meaning "pear tree" in Old English.
Purnal, meaning "pear" in Latin.
Category two: Unusual but Usable. Names which are quite unique, but can be used in normal situations quite easily, or have nicknames which are 'normal'
Alder, "Al"
Ash
Basil
Briar
Cassius
Linden (both Cassius and Linden I have heard on boys before, but they are pretty hard with nicknames/are a little feminine)
Oleander, "Olly", "Lee", "Ander", "Andy"
Saffron, "Ron"
Sage
Thorn, "Thor"
Category three: Totally out there. These ones are ones to use with a lot of caution, they don't quite fit in or have normal nicknames to fall back on.
Cedar
Jonquil
Got some other flower or plant names? Any you really like or dislike? Do you know anyone named after a flower or plant? Comment below!
Any suggestions for Annie-Kate? Comments on or requests for the blog? Want some advice naming your child? Email me at anni.ekate@yahoo.com.au
Friday, January 18, 2008
Naming after... Birds
After past "Naming after..." series on colors and countries I thought it was time for my next post, and this is one which all nature and bird lovers alike will love. Naming after birds!
For girls
Category one: Names which aren't actually birds, but have meanings which are birds.
Ava, derived from the Latin word for bird.
Avis, meaning "bird" in Latin.
Elsa/Elsie, meaning "swan" in Anglo-Saxon.
Gozala, meaning "young bird" in Hebrew.
Jemima, meaning "dove" in Arabic and Hebrew.
Merle, meaning "blackbird" in Latin.
Tori, meaning "bird" in Japanese.
Category two: Names which are already known to be used.
Phoebe
Phoenix
Raven
Robin
Category three: Unusual but Usable. Names which are quite unique, but can be used in normal situations quite easily, or have nicknames which are 'normal'
Ani
Aracari, "Ara", "Sari", "Sara"
Avocet, "Ava", "Etta", "Ettie"
Coquette, "Coco", "Etta", "Ettie" (then again, this ones probably not so good, check the dictionary meaning before using.)
Eider
Elaenia, "Elle", "Ellie", "Ella", "Laney", "Lane", "Laina", "Nia"
Harrier, "Harry"
Linnet, "Lin", "Linna", "Netta", "Nettie", "Etta", "Ettie"
Mavis, "May", "Mave", "Ava", "Avis"
Mallard, "Mal", "Mallie"
Petrel, "Petra"
Pipit, "Pip", "Pippa"
Stora, "Tora", "Tori"
Tityra, "Tyra", "Ty"
Wren
Willet, "Will", "Willa", "Etta", "Ettie"
Category four: Totally out there. These ones are ones to use with a lot of caution, they don't quite fit in or have normal nicknames to fall back on.
Dove
Jacana (look this one up in the dictionary as well, its pronounced very unusually)
Lark
Starling (I find this one quite unusual, but its pretty similar to Sterling which is in the top 1000 for boys)
Teal
For boys
Category one: Names which aren't actually birds, but have meanings which are birds.
Arnold, meaning "eagle" in Germanic.
Callum, meaning "dove" in Latin.
Corbin, meaning "raven" in Old French and "crow" in Anglo-Norman.
Cormac, meaning "son of the raven" in Irish Gaelic.
Galvin, meaning "sparrow" in Gaelic.
Gavin, meaning "falcon of May" and "hawk of the plain" in Welsh.
Category two: Names which are already known to be used.
Brant
Category three: Unusual but Usable. Names which are quite unique, but can be used in normal situations quite easily, or have nicknames which are 'normal'
Condor, "Con", "Connie"
Cormorant, "Corey"
Jaegar, "Jay"
Kinglet, "King"
Mallard, "Mal"
Peregrine, "Perry"
Robin, "Rob", "Robbie"
Willet, "Will"
Category four: Totally out there. These ones are ones to use with a lot of caution, they don't quite fit in or have normal nicknames to fall back on.
Bluejay
Cardinal
Crane
Falcon
Trogon
Got some other bird names? Any you really like or dislike? Do you know anyone named after a bird? Comment below!
Any suggestions for Annie-Kate? Comments on or requests for the blog? Want some advice naming your child? Email me at anni.ekate@yahoo.com.au
For girls
Category one: Names which aren't actually birds, but have meanings which are birds.
Ava, derived from the Latin word for bird.
Avis, meaning "bird" in Latin.
Elsa/Elsie, meaning "swan" in Anglo-Saxon.
Gozala, meaning "young bird" in Hebrew.
Jemima, meaning "dove" in Arabic and Hebrew.
Merle, meaning "blackbird" in Latin.
Tori, meaning "bird" in Japanese.
Category two: Names which are already known to be used.
Phoebe
Phoenix
Raven
Robin
Category three: Unusual but Usable. Names which are quite unique, but can be used in normal situations quite easily, or have nicknames which are 'normal'
Ani
Aracari, "Ara", "Sari", "Sara"
Avocet, "Ava", "Etta", "Ettie"
Coquette, "Coco", "Etta", "Ettie" (then again, this ones probably not so good, check the dictionary meaning before using.)
Eider
Elaenia, "Elle", "Ellie", "Ella", "Laney", "Lane", "Laina", "Nia"
Harrier, "Harry"
Linnet, "Lin", "Linna", "Netta", "Nettie", "Etta", "Ettie"
Mavis, "May", "Mave", "Ava", "Avis"
Mallard, "Mal", "Mallie"
Petrel, "Petra"
Pipit, "Pip", "Pippa"
Stora, "Tora", "Tori"
Tityra, "Tyra", "Ty"
Wren
Willet, "Will", "Willa", "Etta", "Ettie"
Category four: Totally out there. These ones are ones to use with a lot of caution, they don't quite fit in or have normal nicknames to fall back on.
Dove
Jacana (look this one up in the dictionary as well, its pronounced very unusually)
Lark
Starling (I find this one quite unusual, but its pretty similar to Sterling which is in the top 1000 for boys)
Teal
For boys
Category one: Names which aren't actually birds, but have meanings which are birds.
Arnold, meaning "eagle" in Germanic.
Callum, meaning "dove" in Latin.
Corbin, meaning "raven" in Old French and "crow" in Anglo-Norman.
Cormac, meaning "son of the raven" in Irish Gaelic.
Galvin, meaning "sparrow" in Gaelic.
Gavin, meaning "falcon of May" and "hawk of the plain" in Welsh.
Category two: Names which are already known to be used.
Brant
Category three: Unusual but Usable. Names which are quite unique, but can be used in normal situations quite easily, or have nicknames which are 'normal'
Condor, "Con", "Connie"
Cormorant, "Corey"
Jaegar, "Jay"
Kinglet, "King"
Mallard, "Mal"
Peregrine, "Perry"
Robin, "Rob", "Robbie"
Willet, "Will"
Category four: Totally out there. These ones are ones to use with a lot of caution, they don't quite fit in or have normal nicknames to fall back on.
Bluejay
Cardinal
Crane
Falcon
Trogon
Got some other bird names? Any you really like or dislike? Do you know anyone named after a bird? Comment below!
Any suggestions for Annie-Kate? Comments on or requests for the blog? Want some advice naming your child? Email me at anni.ekate@yahoo.com.au
Wednesday, January 16, 2008
Cute Combinations, Boys A-E
After a whole series of cute combinations for girls, I am proud to start the cute combinations for boys.
Here it goes:
Here it goes:
A
Classic: Albert Ross
Conservative: Andrew
Boyishly cute: Alexander Elliot
Modern: Ashton Tyler
Unusual: Arthur Drake
Unique: Adair Deacon
Unisex: Alex Quinn
B
Classic: Baxter Thomas
Conservative: Benjamin James
Boyishly cute: Bryce Nathaniel
Modern: Brandon Parker
Unusual: Bennett Ross
Unique: Bastian Alexander
Unisex: Bailey Ryan
C
Classic: Charles William
Conservative: Colin James
Boyishly cute: Calvin Alexander
Modern: Cole Brayden
Unusual: Conrad Austin
Unique: Carlin Anthony
Unisex: Casey James
D
Classic: Darcy Robert
Conservative: David Michael
Boyishly cute: Dominic Taylor
Modern: Dawson Seth
Unusual: Dane Andrew
Unique: Deacon Ross
Unisex: Dylan Riley
E
Classic: Elliot James
Conservative: Edward Anthony
Boyishly cute: Elias Leon
Modern: Eli Payton
Unusual: Everett Ross
Unique: Evander Deacon
Unisex: Emerson Paul
What do you think about these? Comment below!
Got some comments in the blog? Some suggestions for me? Want advice naming your child? Email me at anni.ekate@yahoo.com.au
Thursday, January 10, 2008
Naming after... Colors
There's a post I did quite early on, about naming your child after countries.
I've decided to follow on, and do a "naming after..." series.
A lot of people think choosing a random thing to name your child after is wrong, stupid or tacky. Personally, I'm not saying its either right or wrong, but it's certainly very interesting. Any name can be okay, as long as your sensible in choosing in it.
This post is going to be about naming your child after colors, some color names, such as Scarlet(t), are becoming quite popular, so this may be a popular path in the future. I think that using a color as a middle name is pretty neat, especially if it has special meaning, for example, an elder siblings favorite color, or if a child has blonde hair, a name with a meaning of 'yellow' or 'golden' can be sweet.
So, I'll get on with it ;)
For boys..
Category one: Names which aren't actually colors, but have meanings which are colors.
Adrian, meaning "black" in Latin.
Alban, meaning "white" in Latin.
Aurelius, meaning "golden" in Latin.
Blaine, meaning "yellow" in Gaelic.
Blake, a combination of the Old English words for "black" and "white".
Denver, meaning "green" in French.
Flannon, meaning "blood red" in Irish.
Galvin, meaning "brilliant white" in Gaelic.
Graham, meaning "grey" in Old English.
Gray, meaning "grey" in Old English.
Ivor, meaning "Ivory" in Latin.
Irvin, meaning "green" in Welsh.
Kamal, meaning "pale red" in Sanskrit.
Kane, meaning "golden" in Japanese.
Lloyd, meaning "brown, grey" in Welsh.
Oran, meaning "grey-brown" in Irish.
Osbert, meaning "gold" in Old English.
Roy, meaning "red" in Gaelic.
Category two: Unusual but usable. Names which are fairly unique, but can be used in normal situations without too much trouble.
Ash
Cobalt, "Cobe", "Coby"
Denim, "Denny"
Flint, "Flin/Flynn"
Grey
Harvest, "Harvey"
Hunter
Ivory, "Ivor"
Jet
Loden
Russet, "Russ"
Rusty, "Russ"
Sandy
Slate
Tyrian
Vermilion (This ones pretty strange, but it reminds me of the 'normal' name Maximilian)
Category three: Totally out there. These one's are ones which should be treated with a fair bit of caution, they're pretty out there and have no "regular" nicknames for your child to fall back on.
Almond
Blue, or the French spelling Bleu.
Caesar, meaning "Blue-grey" in Latin.
Citron
Copper
Cyan
Forest Indigo
Navy
Onyx
Viridian
And now onto the Girls!
Category one: Names which aren't actually colors, but have meanings which are colors.
Ariana, meaning "silver" in Welsh.
Bianca, meaning "white" in Italian.
Chloe, derived from the word "green" in Greek.
Dee, meaning "black" in Welsh.
Flavia, meaning "yellow, golden" in Latin.
Gina, meaning "silvery" in Japanese.
Hina, meaning "red" or "black" in Hindu.
Ianthe, meaning "violet" in Greek. (i-ann-thee)
Lavern, meaning "the green one" in Old French.
Melanie, meaning "black" in Greek.
Midori, meaning "green" in Japanese.
Verdi, meaning "to be green" in Latin.
Category two: Color names which are commonly used on girls.
Amber
Ebony
Hazel
Jade
Kelly
Ruby
Rose
Scarlet
Sienna
Sky
Violet
Category three: Unusual but usable. Names which are fairly unique, but can be used in normal situations without too much trouble.
Auburn, "Aubrey"
Carmine, "Cara", "Carrie", "Carma"
Cerise, "Reese"
Cinder, "Cindy"
Claret, "Clare", "Clara", "Rhett" (if she's a tomboy)
Clove, "Chloe", "Lo", "Lola"
Clover, "Chloe, "Lo", "Lola"
Coral, "Corrie", "Corey", "Cora"
Denim, "Deni"
Emerald, "Em", "Emmy", "Emma"
Garnet
Goldie/ Golda/ Goldina
Henna
Indigo, "Indie"
Ivory, "Iva", "Ivy"
Lavender
Lilac, "Lila/Lyla", "Isla"
Magenta, "Madge", "Maggie", "Gen/Jen", "Jenny" (this isn't the right color, but theres not one closer, its a bright pinkish color)
Maize, "May", "Maizy"
Olive, "Ollie", "Liv", "Livvy"
Pearl
Poppy
Rosy (Rosie)
Saffron
Sandy
Silver, "Silvie", "Silvia"
Category four: Totally out there. These one's are ones which should be treated with a fair bit of caution, they're pretty out there and have no "regular" nicknames for your child to fall back on.
Aqua
Azure
Bleu, the French spelling for Blue.
Caramel, "Carrie", "Cara", "Carra", "Mel", "Mellie" (this one has normal nicknames, but... just seems very strange as a name)
Carnelian, "Carrie" (This one too can be shortened, but I just find it a little too much)
Honey
Maroon
Mauve
Navy
Onyx
Opal
Peach
Sorrel
Teal
Viridian
Got some other color names? Any you really like or dislike? Do you know anyone named after a color? Comment below!
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I've decided to follow on, and do a "naming after..." series.
A lot of people think choosing a random thing to name your child after is wrong, stupid or tacky. Personally, I'm not saying its either right or wrong, but it's certainly very interesting. Any name can be okay, as long as your sensible in choosing in it.
This post is going to be about naming your child after colors, some color names, such as Scarlet(t), are becoming quite popular, so this may be a popular path in the future. I think that using a color as a middle name is pretty neat, especially if it has special meaning, for example, an elder siblings favorite color, or if a child has blonde hair, a name with a meaning of 'yellow' or 'golden' can be sweet.
So, I'll get on with it ;)
For boys..
Category one: Names which aren't actually colors, but have meanings which are colors.
Adrian, meaning "black" in Latin.
Alban, meaning "white" in Latin.
Aurelius, meaning "golden" in Latin.
Blaine, meaning "yellow" in Gaelic.
Blake, a combination of the Old English words for "black" and "white".
Denver, meaning "green" in French.
Flannon, meaning "blood red" in Irish.
Galvin, meaning "brilliant white" in Gaelic.
Graham, meaning "grey" in Old English.
Gray, meaning "grey" in Old English.
Ivor, meaning "Ivory" in Latin.
Irvin, meaning "green" in Welsh.
Kamal, meaning "pale red" in Sanskrit.
Kane, meaning "golden" in Japanese.
Lloyd, meaning "brown, grey" in Welsh.
Oran, meaning "grey-brown" in Irish.
Osbert, meaning "gold" in Old English.
Roy, meaning "red" in Gaelic.
Category two: Unusual but usable. Names which are fairly unique, but can be used in normal situations without too much trouble.
Ash
Cobalt, "Cobe", "Coby"
Denim, "Denny"
Flint, "Flin/Flynn"
Grey
Harvest, "Harvey"
Hunter
Ivory, "Ivor"
Jet
Loden
Russet, "Russ"
Rusty, "Russ"
Sandy
Slate
Tyrian
Vermilion (This ones pretty strange, but it reminds me of the 'normal' name Maximilian)
Category three: Totally out there. These one's are ones which should be treated with a fair bit of caution, they're pretty out there and have no "regular" nicknames for your child to fall back on.
Almond
Blue, or the French spelling Bleu.
Caesar, meaning "Blue-grey" in Latin.
Citron
Copper
Cyan
Forest Indigo
Navy
Onyx
Viridian
And now onto the Girls!
Category one: Names which aren't actually colors, but have meanings which are colors.
Ariana, meaning "silver" in Welsh.
Bianca, meaning "white" in Italian.
Chloe, derived from the word "green" in Greek.
Dee, meaning "black" in Welsh.
Flavia, meaning "yellow, golden" in Latin.
Gina, meaning "silvery" in Japanese.
Hina, meaning "red" or "black" in Hindu.
Ianthe, meaning "violet" in Greek. (i-ann-thee)
Lavern, meaning "the green one" in Old French.
Melanie, meaning "black" in Greek.
Midori, meaning "green" in Japanese.
Verdi, meaning "to be green" in Latin.
Category two: Color names which are commonly used on girls.
Amber
Ebony
Hazel
Jade
Kelly
Ruby
Rose
Scarlet
Sienna
Sky
Violet
Category three: Unusual but usable. Names which are fairly unique, but can be used in normal situations without too much trouble.
Auburn, "Aubrey"
Carmine, "Cara", "Carrie", "Carma"
Cerise, "Reese"
Cinder, "Cindy"
Claret, "Clare", "Clara", "Rhett" (if she's a tomboy)
Clove, "Chloe", "Lo", "Lola"
Clover, "Chloe, "Lo", "Lola"
Coral, "Corrie", "Corey", "Cora"
Denim, "Deni"
Emerald, "Em", "Emmy", "Emma"
Garnet
Goldie/ Golda/ Goldina
Henna
Indigo, "Indie"
Ivory, "Iva", "Ivy"
Lavender
Lilac, "Lila/Lyla", "Isla"
Magenta, "Madge", "Maggie", "Gen/Jen", "Jenny" (this isn't the right color, but theres not one closer, its a bright pinkish color)
Maize, "May", "Maizy"
Olive, "Ollie", "Liv", "Livvy"
Pearl
Poppy
Rosy (Rosie)
Saffron
Sandy
Silver, "Silvie", "Silvia"
Category four: Totally out there. These one's are ones which should be treated with a fair bit of caution, they're pretty out there and have no "regular" nicknames for your child to fall back on.
Aqua
Azure
Bleu, the French spelling for Blue.
Caramel, "Carrie", "Cara", "Carra", "Mel", "Mellie" (this one has normal nicknames, but... just seems very strange as a name)
Carnelian, "Carrie" (This one too can be shortened, but I just find it a little too much)
Honey
Maroon
Mauve
Navy
Onyx
Opal
Peach
Sorrel
Teal
Viridian
Got some other color names? Any you really like or dislike? Do you know anyone named after a color? Comment below!
Any suggestions for Annie-Kate? Comments on or requests for the blog? Want some advice naming your child? Email me at anni.ekate@yahoo.com.au
Cute Combinations, Girls U-V
The last in the ongoing series of Cute Combinations for girls, look out for Cute Combinations for boys in the next few weeks!
U
Unique: Ulani Georgia
V
Classic: Violet Pearl
Conservative: Victoria Nicole
Pretty and sweet: Valerie Rose
Modern: Veronica Brianne
Unique: Valencia Daisy
W
Classic: Winifred Faye
Pretty and sweet: Wendy Sue
Modern: Willow Iris
Unusual: Whitney Teresa
X
Unique: Xantha Grace
Y
Unusual: Yasmine Cadence
Unique: Yelena Hope
Z
Pretty and sweet: Zoe Gabriella
Modern: Zayley Anabella
Unusual: Zara Rose
Unique: Zella Sophie
What do you think about these? Comment below!
Got some comments in the blog? Some suggestions for me? Want advice naming your child? Email me at anni.ekate@yahoo.com.au
U
Unique: Ulani Georgia
V
Classic: Violet Pearl
Conservative: Victoria Nicole
Pretty and sweet: Valerie Rose
Modern: Veronica Brianne
Unique: Valencia Daisy
W
Classic: Winifred Faye
Pretty and sweet: Wendy Sue
Modern: Willow Iris
Unusual: Whitney Teresa
X
Unique: Xantha Grace
Y
Unusual: Yasmine Cadence
Unique: Yelena Hope
Z
Pretty and sweet: Zoe Gabriella
Modern: Zayley Anabella
Unusual: Zara Rose
Unique: Zella Sophie
What do you think about these? Comment below!
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Friday, January 4, 2008
Nicknames for Boys.
After my article on nicknames for girls, its time to delve into the world of nicknames for boys. In my earlier post, I went over the main reasons why parents give their children names with nicknames, and I'll re-hash (In other words copy and paste ;) ) the categories I made up:
1. Having a cute pet name for the child .
2. Being able to give their child a very formal name, but having something more cute and young or childhood or casual occasions.
3. Being able to choose a long name.
4. Having a more unique nickname for a child with a common name, so they're not Charles B or Charles W but Arlo.
5. For when the child is a Junior or are named after someone who they'll have close contact with to avoid confusion.
I'll give my favorites, ideas and examples for each 'reason' for giving a nickname, below:
Reason one: Just having a nickname to call your kid by.
These are just what you're average every day parent uses, for example "Jack" for Jackson, "Matt" for Matthew or "Davey" for David.
Reason two: This is when you choose a more formal name, but want to choose a cuter more childish nickname for childhood and casual situations.
My favorites are:
Allan, "Al", "Lan"
Andrew, "Andy", "Drew"
Baxter, "Bax", "Baxie", "Ax", "Axter"
Benjamin, "Ben", "Benny", "Benji", "Enji", "Jam", "Jamie"
Bernard, "Bern", "Bernie", "Ernie", "Nard", "Nardo", "Ardo", "Ardie"
Charles/Charlton, "Charle", "Charlie", "Arlo, "Les"
Colin, "Co", "Cole", "Collie", "Olly"
Dominic, "Dom", "Nic", "Nico"
Edward/Edwin, "Eddie", "Ed", "Woody", "Win", "Winny"
Fletcher, "Fletch", "Letch", "Etch", "Etcher"
Francis, "Frank", "Frankie", "Rance"
Fredrick, "Fred", "Freddie", "Eddie", "Edrick", "Ed", "Drick", "Rick", "Ricky"
James, "Jame", "Jamie"
Jasper, "Jaz", "Perry"
Leon, "Lee", "Leo", "Lonny"
Lincoln, "Linc", "Cole", "Coln", "Collie"
Lloyd, "Loy", "Oydie"
Malcolm, "Mal", "Colm", "Cole", "Collie"
Matthew, "Matt", "Mattie", "Math", "Hugh"
Michael, "Mike, "Mikey", "Mick", "Kel"
Nicholas, "Nick", "Nicky", "Nico", "Cole"
Patrick, "Pat", "Patty", "Paddy", "Tricky", "Rick", "Ricky"
Quintin, "Quinn", "Tin", "Tin-Tin", "Tiny"
Richard, "Rich", "Richie", "Hardy", "Ardo", "Ardie"
Sebastian, "Seb", "Batty", "Bastian"
Theodore, "Theo", "Teddy", "Dore"
Travers, "Trav", "Travvy", "Rav", "Ravi",
Vincent, "Vin", "Vinnie", "Cent"
Wesley, "Wes", "Es", "Lee"
William, "Will", "Billy", "Liam"
Reason three: For parents who choose out a long name, but want something shorter as a nickname to make it easier.
My favorites:
Alexander, "Al", "Alex", "Lex", "Xander", "Ander", "Andy"
Finnegan, "Finn", "Finnie"
Garrison, "Gary", "Garris", "Sonny"
Harrison, "Harry", "Harris", "Sonny"
Leverett, "Levi", "Lev", "Rhett"
Rafferty, "Raff", "Raffi", "Tee"
Remington, "Remi", "Ming"
Reason four: For parents who choose out a popular name, or find out they've named their child a popular name, unique nicknames can be a good solution.
My favorites..
Aidan, "A", "Denny", "Ade"
Alexander, "Lex", "Ander", "Xan", "Xander"
Andrew, "Ando", "Roo", "Ad"
Anthony, "Ant", "Anto"
Benjamin, "Jamie", "Jam", "Enji", "Benno", "Jin"
Brandon, "Ando", "Bran", "Andon, "Don"
Christopher, "Topher", "Toph", "Tip", "Chip", "Kit", "Kiff", "Christer", "Ster", "Stoff"
Connor, "C", "Ona"
Daniel, "Neal", "Nils"
Elijah, "Lige", "Lijah", "Lee"
Ethan, "Eath", "E", "Han"
Isaac, "Iza", "I"
Jack, "Jik", "Jeek"
Jackson, "Sonny", "Jaz"
Jacob, "Jayko", "Cobe"
James, "Jame", "Jamie", "Jam", "Jaz"
Jayden, "Denny", "J-D"
Joseph, "Seph", "Joze"
Joshua, "Jozey", "Hugh"
Matthew, "Math", "Hugh", "Matto"
Michael, "Kel", "Kale", "Mick", "Mitch", "Miles", "Milo"
Nathan, "Tan", "Han"
Nicholas, "Cole", "Nico", "Naz"
Ryan, "Yin", "R"
Samuel, "Zam", "Sammo"
Tyler, "I", "Tyles", "Tel"
William, "Lee", "Wim"
Zachary, "Cary", "Z", "Car", "Caro"
Reason five: When naming after someone who will spend a lot of time with the boy, a different nickname helps everyone be a lot more clear.
See above reasons for ideas.
Got any other cute nicknames? Other reasons why someone in your life had a nickname, or you gave your baby one? Any funny nickname stories? Comment below!
Have a question for Annie-Kate? A suggestion for the blog? Want advice naming your child? Email me at anni.ekate@yahoo.com.au
1. Having a cute pet name for the child .
2. Being able to give their child a very formal name, but having something more cute and young or childhood or casual occasions.
3. Being able to choose a long name.
4. Having a more unique nickname for a child with a common name, so they're not Charles B or Charles W but Arlo.
5. For when the child is a Junior or are named after someone who they'll have close contact with to avoid confusion.
I'll give my favorites, ideas and examples for each 'reason' for giving a nickname, below:
Reason one: Just having a nickname to call your kid by.
These are just what you're average every day parent uses, for example "Jack" for Jackson, "Matt" for Matthew or "Davey" for David.
Reason two: This is when you choose a more formal name, but want to choose a cuter more childish nickname for childhood and casual situations.
My favorites are:
Allan, "Al", "Lan"
Andrew, "Andy", "Drew"
Baxter, "Bax", "Baxie", "Ax", "Axter"
Benjamin, "Ben", "Benny", "Benji", "Enji", "Jam", "Jamie"
Bernard, "Bern", "Bernie", "Ernie", "Nard", "Nardo", "Ardo", "Ardie"
Charles/Charlton, "Charle", "Charlie", "Arlo, "Les"
Colin, "Co", "Cole", "Collie", "Olly"
Dominic, "Dom", "Nic", "Nico"
Edward/Edwin, "Eddie", "Ed", "Woody", "Win", "Winny"
Fletcher, "Fletch", "Letch", "Etch", "Etcher"
Francis, "Frank", "Frankie", "Rance"
Fredrick, "Fred", "Freddie", "Eddie", "Edrick", "Ed", "Drick", "Rick", "Ricky"
James, "Jame", "Jamie"
Jasper, "Jaz", "Perry"
Leon, "Lee", "Leo", "Lonny"
Lincoln, "Linc", "Cole", "Coln", "Collie"
Lloyd, "Loy", "Oydie"
Malcolm, "Mal", "Colm", "Cole", "Collie"
Matthew, "Matt", "Mattie", "Math", "Hugh"
Michael, "Mike, "Mikey", "Mick", "Kel"
Nicholas, "Nick", "Nicky", "Nico", "Cole"
Patrick, "Pat", "Patty", "Paddy", "Tricky", "Rick", "Ricky"
Quintin, "Quinn", "Tin", "Tin-Tin", "Tiny"
Richard, "Rich", "Richie", "Hardy", "Ardo", "Ardie"
Sebastian, "Seb", "Batty", "Bastian"
Theodore, "Theo", "Teddy", "Dore"
Travers, "Trav", "Travvy", "Rav", "Ravi",
Vincent, "Vin", "Vinnie", "Cent"
Wesley, "Wes", "Es", "Lee"
William, "Will", "Billy", "Liam"
Reason three: For parents who choose out a long name, but want something shorter as a nickname to make it easier.
My favorites:
Alexander, "Al", "Alex", "Lex", "Xander", "Ander", "Andy"
Finnegan, "Finn", "Finnie"
Garrison, "Gary", "Garris", "Sonny"
Harrison, "Harry", "Harris", "Sonny"
Leverett, "Levi", "Lev", "Rhett"
Rafferty, "Raff", "Raffi", "Tee"
Remington, "Remi", "Ming"
Reason four: For parents who choose out a popular name, or find out they've named their child a popular name, unique nicknames can be a good solution.
My favorites..
Aidan, "A", "Denny", "Ade"
Alexander, "Lex", "Ander", "Xan", "Xander"
Andrew, "Ando", "Roo", "Ad"
Anthony, "Ant", "Anto"
Benjamin, "Jamie", "Jam", "Enji", "Benno", "Jin"
Brandon, "Ando", "Bran", "Andon, "Don"
Christopher, "Topher", "Toph", "Tip", "Chip", "Kit", "Kiff", "Christer", "Ster", "Stoff"
Connor, "C", "Ona"
Daniel, "Neal", "Nils"
Elijah, "Lige", "Lijah", "Lee"
Ethan, "Eath", "E", "Han"
Isaac, "Iza", "I"
Jack, "Jik", "Jeek"
Jackson, "Sonny", "Jaz"
Jacob, "Jayko", "Cobe"
James, "Jame", "Jamie", "Jam", "Jaz"
Jayden, "Denny", "J-D"
Joseph, "Seph", "Joze"
Joshua, "Jozey", "Hugh"
Matthew, "Math", "Hugh", "Matto"
Michael, "Kel", "Kale", "Mick", "Mitch", "Miles", "Milo"
Nathan, "Tan", "Han"
Nicholas, "Cole", "Nico", "Naz"
Ryan, "Yin", "R"
Samuel, "Zam", "Sammo"
Tyler, "I", "Tyles", "Tel"
William, "Lee", "Wim"
Zachary, "Cary", "Z", "Car", "Caro"
Reason five: When naming after someone who will spend a lot of time with the boy, a different nickname helps everyone be a lot more clear.
See above reasons for ideas.
Got any other cute nicknames? Other reasons why someone in your life had a nickname, or you gave your baby one? Any funny nickname stories? Comment below!
Have a question for Annie-Kate? A suggestion for the blog? Want advice naming your child? Email me at anni.ekate@yahoo.com.au
Nicknames for Girls.
Many parents like names which have nicknames for their children. There are many good reasons for having nicknames, some are:
1. Having a cute pet name for the child .
2. Being able to give their child a very formal name, but having something more cute and young or childhood or casual occasions.
3. Being able to choose a long name.
4. Having a more unique nickname for a child with a common name, so they're not Jessica B or Jessica W but Essie.
5. For when the child is a Junior or are named after someone who they'll have close contact with to avoid confusion.
6. For girls, a name with a unisex nickname in case they're a tomboy.
See below for my favorites, some good ideas and examples.
Nickname reason one: General Reasons, to have a cute, pet name.
There are millions of these, examples: "Allie" for Allison, "Dani" for Danielle, "Jo" for Joanna.
Nickname reason two: To shorten and soften a formal name during childhood and in casual situations.
Some of my favorites:
Adelaide, "Addie", "Delle", "Deli", "Della", "Lady"
Amelia, "Mimi", "Meeley", "Mia", "Lia", "Millie"
Arabella, "Abby", "Ari", "Belle", "Bella"
Beatrice, "Bea", "Triss", "Trissie", "Trissa"
Carlotta, "Carly", "Carla", "Carlo", "Arlo", "Lottie"
Cecelia, "CC", "Seal", "Sealey", "Lia"
Corinne, "Corey", "Cora", "Rin"
Diana, "Di", "Dido", "Annie", "Ana"
Dominique, "Dom", "Minnie", "Nicki", "Neek"
Eleanor, "Elle", "Ellie, "Ella", "Nor", "Norah"
Elizabeth, "Ellie", "Elle", "Ella", "Eliza", "Lizzie" "Izzie", "Libby", "Beth", "Zeth"
Ellen, "Elle", "Ellie", "Ella", "Leni"
Frances, "Frannie", "Cessie"
Georgiana, "Georgie", "GG", "Gia", "Giana", "Giarn"
Gwyneth, "Gwyn", "Wyn", Gwynnie", "Wynnie", "Netty"
Harriet, "Harry", "Ria", "Rietta"
Hazel, "Hay", "Haze", "Zelle", "Zella"
Jane, "Jay", "Janie", "JJ", "Ane"
Lenore, "Leni", "Nore", "Norah"
Lillian, "Lil", "Lilly"
Maude, "Maurie", "Aude", "Audie"
Miranda, "Mirrie", "Anda", "Andy"
Nicolette, "Nic", "Nicky", "Cole", "Lettie", "Etta"
Rachel, "Rae", "Rach", "Chel" or "Chels" (like the starting sound in Chelsea)
Rosalie, "Ro", "Rose", "Rosie", "Rosa", "Zali"
Rowan, "Ro", "Rowie", "Rory"
Sophia, "So", "Soph", "Phia", "Fifi"
Theodora, "Thea", "Tia", "Teddy", "Dora"
Victoria, "Vee", "Vic", "Vicky", "Tori", "Ria", "Via", "Vita", "Vito"
Nickname reason three: For parents who love long names, but don't find it practical to use such a long name in every day life.
Some of my favorites:
Alexandra, "Al", "Alex", "Allie", "Lex", "Lexie", "Lexa", "Xandra", "Andra", "Andy"
Angelina, "Ange", "Angie", "Annie", "Gel", "Gelly", "Angel", "Lina"
Ariana, "Ari", "Riarn", "Ria", "Riana".
Eleanora, "Elle", "Ellie", "Ella", "Nora"
Elliana, "Elle", "Ellie", "Ella", "Liana", "Lia"
Felicity, "Flick", "Lissie", "Lissa"
Indiana, "Indi", "Dee", "Deanne", "Deanna", "Annie", "Ana"
Isabella, "Izzy", "Bella", "Belle"
Isadora, "Izzy", "Dora"
Liliana, "Lil", "Lilly", "Liana", "Leanne", "Ana", "Annie"
Mirabella, "Mira", "Bella", "Belle"
Olivia, "Olly", "Liv", "Livvy", "Livia", "Via", "Vee"
Tatiana, "Tia", "Tiarne", "Tiana"
Nickname reason four: A unique nickname for a common name.
Some recent popular names with unique nickname alternatives:
Abigail, "Gail", "Aila", "Ailey", "Aggie"
Alexandra, "Alexi", "Xandra", "Andra", "Andy
Alison, "Alice", "Lis", "Lissie", "Sunny", "Lissa"
Alyssa, "Lys", "Lyssie", "Al"
Ariana, "Ari", "Ria", "Ri", "Riarn", "Rina", "Arna"
Ashley, "Asha", "Sharlee", "Shel"
Ava, "Aven", "Avey", "Ave"
Brianna, "Bree", "Ri", "Ranna"
Chloe, "Lola", "Lo", "Loey", "O"
Elizabeth, "Zeth", "Lizza", "Eth", "Bette", "Eli", "Leeza"
Ella, "El", "Els"
Emily, "Millie", "Miller", "Elle", "Ellie"
Emma, "Emmy", "Mae", "Emmy-(middle name). E.g Emmylou for Emma Louise.
Caitlyn, "Aita", "Aitie", "Lyndy", "Lynna"
Grace, "Gray", "Race", "Raysa"
Hailey, "Halo", "Ailey", "Haila", "Aila"
Hannah, "Nan", "Nana", "Hannie"
Isabella/Isabelle, "Sally", "Sab", "Sabby", "Elle", "Ellie"
Jasmine, "Az", "Azzie", "Minnie", "Minna"
Kayley/Kayla, "Ayla", "Ayley",
Lillian, "Leni'
Lilly, "Lilsy", "Ilsa"
Madeline, "Madda", "Addie", "Adda", "Delle", "Della", "Deli", "Linna"
Madison, "Madda", "Dizzy", "Sunny", "Addie", "Adda"
Maya, "Aya", "Eye"
Mia, "Mimi", "E", "Ia"
Mikayla, "Mikky", "Ayla", "Ayley", "Mimi"
Natalie, "Tali", "Attie",
Olivia, "Olly", "Ola" "Vee", "Via", "Libby", "Lia"
Sarah, "Sairy", "Aira", "Sally", "Sadie"
Sophia, "Fifi", "Fia", "Fi", "Opie"
Taylor, "Aylor", "Lori", "Tayli"
Victoria, "Ori", "Ria", "Vita", "Vito", "Via"
Zoe, "O", "Zozo", "Z"
Nickname reason five: To avoid confusion when children are named after others (see reason one and four for ideas)
Nickname reason six: For a unisex nickname for a girl who may be a tomboy.
Some of my favorites are:
Alaina, Alessandra, Alexa, Alexandra, Alexis, Alice, Alison, Allegra, Alyssa= which can all be shortened to "Al"
Alessandra, Cassandra= Sandy
Alexa, Alexandra, Alexis, Alexandria, Alexia= Lex, Alex, Xander, Alexi
Alexandra, Andrea, Cassandra, Miranda= Andy
Alison, Emerson, Madison= Sonny
Ashley, Ashlyn= Ash
Calista= Cal
Camille= Cam, Miller
Carlotta, Carly, Scarlett= Carl
Cassandra= Casey
Charlize, Charlotte= Charlie
Christa= Chris
Claudia= Claude
Constance, Corinne= Connie, Con
Cora, Corinne= Corey
Dominique= Dom
Elizabeth, Elliana= Eli
Elizabeth= Zeth
Ellen, Eleanora, Elena, Eleni, Lenore, Helena= Lenny
Evelyn= Ev
Frances= Frankie
Georgiana= George
Grace= Gray
Hallie, Harmony, Harriet, Hazel, Helena= Hal
Harriet= Harry
Hilary= Larry
Jayda, Jane= Jay
Jazlyn= Az
Jessica= Jesse
Joanna, Joanne= Joe, Joey
Leanne, Ainsley, Amelia, Angelina, Angeline, Angelique, Annaliese, Ashley, Beverly (ETC, this list gets long, just ones that end in Lee or have a Lee sound in them) = Lee
Leona= Leo, Lee
Louisa, Lucia, Lucille, Lucinda, Louella= Lou, Louie
Mallory= Mal
Martina= Marty
Matilda= Matt, Matty
Maude= Maurie
Mikayla= Micky
Natasha, Natalie= Nat, Nate
Nicolette= Nic, Nicky, Cole
Olive, Olivette, Olivia, Holly, Molly= Olly
Prudence= Denny
Rachel/ Raine= Ray
Sandra= Sandy
Skye/ Skyler= Kye
Tatiana= Tate
Theodora= Theo, Theodore
Vanessa= Van
Veronique= Ron, Ronny
Victoria= Victor
Willow= Will
Another way of getting unisex nicknames is to use initials. For example, Alice Jane is a very feminine name, but can be shortened to "AJ", if they turn out to be a tomboy. Similarly, the starting letter of a name can be another option, "E" for Elizabeth, or "Z" for Zara are a lot more unisex sounding.
Got any other cute nicknames? Other reasons why someone in your life had a nickname, or you gave your baby one? Any funny nickname stories? Comment below!
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1. Having a cute pet name for the child .
2. Being able to give their child a very formal name, but having something more cute and young or childhood or casual occasions.
3. Being able to choose a long name.
4. Having a more unique nickname for a child with a common name, so they're not Jessica B or Jessica W but Essie.
5. For when the child is a Junior or are named after someone who they'll have close contact with to avoid confusion.
6. For girls, a name with a unisex nickname in case they're a tomboy.
See below for my favorites, some good ideas and examples.
Nickname reason one: General Reasons, to have a cute, pet name.
There are millions of these, examples: "Allie" for Allison, "Dani" for Danielle, "Jo" for Joanna.
Nickname reason two: To shorten and soften a formal name during childhood and in casual situations.
Some of my favorites:
Adelaide, "Addie", "Delle", "Deli", "Della", "Lady"
Amelia, "Mimi", "Meeley", "Mia", "Lia", "Millie"
Arabella, "Abby", "Ari", "Belle", "Bella"
Beatrice, "Bea", "Triss", "Trissie", "Trissa"
Carlotta, "Carly", "Carla", "Carlo", "Arlo", "Lottie"
Cecelia, "CC", "Seal", "Sealey", "Lia"
Corinne, "Corey", "Cora", "Rin"
Diana, "Di", "Dido", "Annie", "Ana"
Dominique, "Dom", "Minnie", "Nicki", "Neek"
Eleanor, "Elle", "Ellie, "Ella", "Nor", "Norah"
Elizabeth, "Ellie", "Elle", "Ella", "Eliza", "Lizzie" "Izzie", "Libby", "Beth", "Zeth"
Ellen, "Elle", "Ellie", "Ella", "Leni"
Frances, "Frannie", "Cessie"
Georgiana, "Georgie", "GG", "Gia", "Giana", "Giarn"
Gwyneth, "Gwyn", "Wyn", Gwynnie", "Wynnie", "Netty"
Harriet, "Harry", "Ria", "Rietta"
Hazel, "Hay", "Haze", "Zelle", "Zella"
Jane, "Jay", "Janie", "JJ", "Ane"
Lenore, "Leni", "Nore", "Norah"
Lillian, "Lil", "Lilly"
Maude, "Maurie", "Aude", "Audie"
Miranda, "Mirrie", "Anda", "Andy"
Nicolette, "Nic", "Nicky", "Cole", "Lettie", "Etta"
Rachel, "Rae", "Rach", "Chel" or "Chels" (like the starting sound in Chelsea)
Rosalie, "Ro", "Rose", "Rosie", "Rosa", "Zali"
Rowan, "Ro", "Rowie", "Rory"
Sophia, "So", "Soph", "Phia", "Fifi"
Theodora, "Thea", "Tia", "Teddy", "Dora"
Victoria, "Vee", "Vic", "Vicky", "Tori", "Ria", "Via", "Vita", "Vito"
Nickname reason three: For parents who love long names, but don't find it practical to use such a long name in every day life.
Some of my favorites:
Alexandra, "Al", "Alex", "Allie", "Lex", "Lexie", "Lexa", "Xandra", "Andra", "Andy"
Angelina, "Ange", "Angie", "Annie", "Gel", "Gelly", "Angel", "Lina"
Ariana, "Ari", "Riarn", "Ria", "Riana".
Eleanora, "Elle", "Ellie", "Ella", "Nora"
Elliana, "Elle", "Ellie", "Ella", "Liana", "Lia"
Felicity, "Flick", "Lissie", "Lissa"
Indiana, "Indi", "Dee", "Deanne", "Deanna", "Annie", "Ana"
Isabella, "Izzy", "Bella", "Belle"
Isadora, "Izzy", "Dora"
Liliana, "Lil", "Lilly", "Liana", "Leanne", "Ana", "Annie"
Mirabella, "Mira", "Bella", "Belle"
Olivia, "Olly", "Liv", "Livvy", "Livia", "Via", "Vee"
Tatiana, "Tia", "Tiarne", "Tiana"
Nickname reason four: A unique nickname for a common name.
Some recent popular names with unique nickname alternatives:
Abigail, "Gail", "Aila", "Ailey", "Aggie"
Alexandra, "Alexi", "Xandra", "Andra", "Andy
Alison, "Alice", "Lis", "Lissie", "Sunny", "Lissa"
Alyssa, "Lys", "Lyssie", "Al"
Ariana, "Ari", "Ria", "Ri", "Riarn", "Rina", "Arna"
Ashley, "Asha", "Sharlee", "Shel"
Ava, "Aven", "Avey", "Ave"
Brianna, "Bree", "Ri", "Ranna"
Chloe, "Lola", "Lo", "Loey", "O"
Elizabeth, "Zeth", "Lizza", "Eth", "Bette", "Eli", "Leeza"
Ella, "El", "Els"
Emily, "Millie", "Miller", "Elle", "Ellie"
Emma, "Emmy", "Mae", "Emmy-(middle name). E.g Emmylou for Emma Louise.
Caitlyn, "Aita", "Aitie", "Lyndy", "Lynna"
Grace, "Gray", "Race", "Raysa"
Hailey, "Halo", "Ailey", "Haila", "Aila"
Hannah, "Nan", "Nana", "Hannie"
Isabella/Isabelle, "Sally", "Sab", "Sabby", "Elle", "Ellie"
Jasmine, "Az", "Azzie", "Minnie", "Minna"
Kayley/Kayla, "Ayla", "Ayley",
Lillian, "Leni'
Lilly, "Lilsy", "Ilsa"
Madeline, "Madda", "Addie", "Adda", "Delle", "Della", "Deli", "Linna"
Madison, "Madda", "Dizzy", "Sunny", "Addie", "Adda"
Maya, "Aya", "Eye"
Mia, "Mimi", "E", "Ia"
Mikayla, "Mikky", "Ayla", "Ayley", "Mimi"
Natalie, "Tali", "Attie",
Olivia, "Olly", "Ola" "Vee", "Via", "Libby", "Lia"
Sarah, "Sairy", "Aira", "Sally", "Sadie"
Sophia, "Fifi", "Fia", "Fi", "Opie"
Taylor, "Aylor", "Lori", "Tayli"
Victoria, "Ori", "Ria", "Vita", "Vito", "Via"
Zoe, "O", "Zozo", "Z"
Nickname reason five: To avoid confusion when children are named after others (see reason one and four for ideas)
Nickname reason six: For a unisex nickname for a girl who may be a tomboy.
Some of my favorites are:
Alaina, Alessandra, Alexa, Alexandra, Alexis, Alice, Alison, Allegra, Alyssa= which can all be shortened to "Al"
Alessandra, Cassandra= Sandy
Alexa, Alexandra, Alexis, Alexandria, Alexia= Lex, Alex, Xander, Alexi
Alexandra, Andrea, Cassandra, Miranda= Andy
Alison, Emerson, Madison= Sonny
Ashley, Ashlyn= Ash
Calista= Cal
Camille= Cam, Miller
Carlotta, Carly, Scarlett= Carl
Cassandra= Casey
Charlize, Charlotte= Charlie
Christa= Chris
Claudia= Claude
Constance, Corinne= Connie, Con
Cora, Corinne= Corey
Dominique= Dom
Elizabeth, Elliana= Eli
Elizabeth= Zeth
Ellen, Eleanora, Elena, Eleni, Lenore, Helena= Lenny
Evelyn= Ev
Frances= Frankie
Georgiana= George
Grace= Gray
Hallie, Harmony, Harriet, Hazel, Helena= Hal
Harriet= Harry
Hilary= Larry
Jayda, Jane= Jay
Jazlyn= Az
Jessica= Jesse
Joanna, Joanne= Joe, Joey
Leanne, Ainsley, Amelia, Angelina, Angeline, Angelique, Annaliese, Ashley, Beverly (ETC, this list gets long, just ones that end in Lee or have a Lee sound in them) = Lee
Leona= Leo, Lee
Louisa, Lucia, Lucille, Lucinda, Louella= Lou, Louie
Mallory= Mal
Martina= Marty
Matilda= Matt, Matty
Maude= Maurie
Mikayla= Micky
Natasha, Natalie= Nat, Nate
Nicolette= Nic, Nicky, Cole
Olive, Olivette, Olivia, Holly, Molly= Olly
Prudence= Denny
Rachel/ Raine= Ray
Sandra= Sandy
Skye/ Skyler= Kye
Tatiana= Tate
Theodora= Theo, Theodore
Vanessa= Van
Veronique= Ron, Ronny
Victoria= Victor
Willow= Will
Another way of getting unisex nicknames is to use initials. For example, Alice Jane is a very feminine name, but can be shortened to "AJ", if they turn out to be a tomboy. Similarly, the starting letter of a name can be another option, "E" for Elizabeth, or "Z" for Zara are a lot more unisex sounding.
Got any other cute nicknames? Other reasons why someone in your life had a nickname, or you gave your baby one? Any funny nickname stories? Comment below!
Have a question for Annie-Kate? A suggestion for the blog? Want advice naming your child? Email me at anni.ekate@yahoo.com.au
Thursday, January 3, 2008
Cute combinations, Girls P-T
Cute combinations continued :)
P
Classic: Phyllis Jane
Conservative: Paige Elizabeth
Pretty and sweet: Penelope Rose
Modern: Piper Isabelle
Unusual: Paisley Amanda
Unique: Poppy May
Unisex: Peyton Riley
Q
Unique: Querida Lillian
Unisex: Quincey Isabelle
R
Classic: Rachel Grace
Conservative: Rose Olivia
Pretty and sweet: Ruby Delilah
Modern: Raine Avery
Unusual: Renee Claire
Unique: Rhea Beth
Unisex: Rylan Elise
S
Classic: Stella Genevieve
Conservative: Sarah Katherine
Pretty and sweet: Sophie Faye
Modern: Sienna Eden
Unusual: Shayna Rose
Unique: Sabella Jazlyn
Unisex: Sydney Taylor
T
Classic: Tabitha Beatrice
Conservative: Taylor Nicole
Pretty and sweet: Tessa Jasmine
Modern: Trinity Sophia
Unusual: Tatum Hope
Unique: Tallulah Marie
Unisex: Tanner Madison
What do you think about these? Comment below!
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P
Classic: Phyllis Jane
Conservative: Paige Elizabeth
Pretty and sweet: Penelope Rose
Modern: Piper Isabelle
Unusual: Paisley Amanda
Unique: Poppy May
Unisex: Peyton Riley
Q
Unique: Querida Lillian
Unisex: Quincey Isabelle
R
Classic: Rachel Grace
Conservative: Rose Olivia
Pretty and sweet: Ruby Delilah
Modern: Raine Avery
Unusual: Renee Claire
Unique: Rhea Beth
Unisex: Rylan Elise
S
Classic: Stella Genevieve
Conservative: Sarah Katherine
Pretty and sweet: Sophie Faye
Modern: Sienna Eden
Unusual: Shayna Rose
Unique: Sabella Jazlyn
Unisex: Sydney Taylor
T
Classic: Tabitha Beatrice
Conservative: Taylor Nicole
Pretty and sweet: Tessa Jasmine
Modern: Trinity Sophia
Unusual: Tatum Hope
Unique: Tallulah Marie
Unisex: Tanner Madison
What do you think about these? Comment below!
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Thursday, December 20, 2007
Special name meanings for girls.
A few days ago I did a post on names with special meanings for boys.
For many parents, the meaning of a name is a significant or the total factor in choosing out a name for their precious child, so here are some idea's and cute meanings for little girls.
Special meaning: feelings for your child.
Names representing your love and feelings for your child in the meaning.
This is for babies who have been born premature, through complications or have disabilities but are looking positive, enduring it or hanging in there.
Some ideas:
Special meaning: nice characeristics
Names simply with positive characteristics such as "happy" or "good looking".
Names which can be used to name after a loved one, or used in combination with a family or friends name to create a great name.
This is a name which has a literal meaning to describe your daughters. Features such as hair color or gender are good examples for this, the feature you chose is more factual than bias such as "good-looking" ;)
Special meanings: Misc, other cute meanings.
Other cute meanings which don't fit in other categories!
Have a question for Annie-Kate? A suggestion for the blog? Want advice naming your child? Email me at anni.ekate@yahoo.com.au
For many parents, the meaning of a name is a significant or the total factor in choosing out a name for their precious child, so here are some idea's and cute meanings for little girls.
Special meaning: feelings for your child.
Names representing your love and feelings for your child in the meaning.
- Abigail, meaning "fathers joy" in Hebrew.
- Adesina, meaning "my arrival opens up the way for more", given to girls from West Africa from parents who previously had no children.
- Aida, meaning "reward" in Arabic.
- Amanda, meaning "worthy of love" and "lovable" in Latin.
- Amorette, meaning "beloved", "sweetheart" and "little dear" in Latin. For a little girl you adore.
- Amy, meaning "love" in Latin.
- Annabelle, meaning "lovable" in Latin.
- Bo, meaning "precious" in Chinese.
- Cara, meaning "beloved" in Italian.
- Carys, meaning "love" in Welsh.
- Charmaine, meaning "joy" in Greek.
- Chere, meaning "dear" and "beloved" in French.
- Darleen, meaning "darling" and "beloved" in Old English.
- Davina, meaning "beloved" in Hebrew.
- Edwina, meaning "happiness" in Old English. For a baby girl who brings great happiness.
- Farah, meaning "happiness, joy" in Arabic.
- Faustine, meaning "fortunate"in Italian and Spanish.
- Filomena, meaning "beloved" in Greek.
- Frayda, meaning "joy" in Yiddish.
- Gayle, meaning "source of joy" and "fathers joy" in Hebrew. Perfect for a daddy's little girl.
- Gemma, meaning "precious.
- Gila, meaning "joy" in Hebrew.
- Grainne, meaning "love" in Irish.
- Hana, meaning "bliss, happiness" in Arabic.
- Hulda, meaning "beloved" in German.
- Imelda, meaning "wishful" in Latin. For the little girl you've been wishing for.
- Inoke, meaning "devoted" in Hawaiian.
- Jamie, meaning "I love" in French.
- Jessie, meaning "a gift" in Hebrew.
- Jessica, meaning "a gift" in Jewish.
- Kalila, meaning "beloved" in Arabic.
- Meave, meaning "joy" in Irish.
- Mia, meaning "mine" in Latin. For the little girl who belongs to you.
- Mina, meaning "love" in German.
- Mona, meaning "wish" in Arabic.
- Myfanwy, meaning "my treasure" in Welsh.
- Naama, meaning "good fortune" in Arabic. For a baby girl you're lucky to have.
- Tatum, meaning "dear" in Old English.
- Winona, meaning "blissfully happy" and "joy" in Old High German and Old English.
This is for babies who have been born premature, through complications or have disabilities but are looking positive, enduring it or hanging in there.
Some ideas:
- Abira, meaning "strong" in Hebrew.
- Aisha, meaning "alive and well" in Arabic. For a baby girl who went through complications in pregnancy, but was born healthy.
- Bridget, meaning "strong" in Celtic.
- Khadiya, meaning "premature baby" in Arabic.
- Rita, meaning "brave, strong" in Indian.
- Valentina, Valerie, meaning "healthy, strong" in Latin.
Special meaning: nice characeristics
Names simply with positive characteristics such as "happy" or "good looking".
- Aditi, meaning "unbounded creativity" in Sanskrit. For parents with artistic talent and flair.
- Angelique, meaning "like an angel" in Latin.
- Belle, meaning "beautiful" in French.
- Bella, meaning "beautiful" in Italian.
- Bonita, meaning "pretty" in Italian.
- Calista, meaning "most beautiful" in Greek.
- Celina, meaning "always smiling" in French. For a little girl who's always happy.
- Charity, meaning "grace" in Greek.
- Delwyn, meaning "pretty" in Welsh.
- Dilys, meaning "genuine", "perfect" and "true" in Welsh.
- Dulcie, meaning "sweet" in Latin.
- Farah, meaning "beautiful" in Middle English.
- Ferelith, meaning "perfect princess" in Scottish and Old Irish. For your little princess.
- Gaye, meaning "merry, cheerful" in English,
- Gwyneth, meaning "happy" in Celtic.
- Hilary, meaning "jovial, cheerful" in Greek.
- Hulda, meaning "gracious" in German.
- Ilona, meaning "beautiful" in Hungarian.
- Imogen, meaning "innocent" in Latin.
- Indira, meaning "splendid" in Hindi.
- Jamelia, meaning "beautiful" in Arabic. For your pretty little girl.
- Jolie, meaning "pretty one" in French, and "jolly" in Middle English.
- Joy, meaning "merry" and "happy" in Old French.
- Kalila, meaning "sweetheart" in Arabic.
- Kamila, meaning "perfect" and "perfect one" in Arabic.
- Kanani, meaning "beautiful" in Hawaiian.
- Karen, meaning "pure" in Greek.
- Karima, meaning "noble" and "generous" in Arabic.
- Karis, meaning "graceful" in Greek. For a girl who shows grace.
- Katherine, meaning "pure" in Greek.
- Keeley, meaning "beautiful girl" and "graceful" in Irish Gaelic.
- Kiara, meaning "bright" in Italian.
- Kyna, meaning "wisdom" and "intelligence" in Irish Gaelic.
- Lalita, meaning "charming" in Sanskrit.
- Lana, meaning "cheerful" and "darling" in Irish Gaelic. For a little girl who's sweet and precious.
- Larissa, meaning "playful" and "cheery" in Latin.
- Leilani, meaning "heavenly child" in Hawaiian.
- Latifah, meaning "gentle" in Arabic.
- Leticia, meaning "joyful" in Latin.
- Lyzelle, meaning "beautiful".
- Marini, meaning "pretty" in Swahili.
- Meera, meaning "radiant" in Hebrew. For a little girl who shines.
- Merle, meaning "bright" in Irish Gaelic.
- Milan, meaning "grace" in Czech.
- Mirabelle, meaning "marvelous", "admirable" and "lovely" in Latin, and "beautiful" in Spanish.
- Miranda, meaning "wonderful" and "admirable" in Latin.
- Mona, meaning "noble" and "angel" in Gaelic. For your little angel.
- Morgan, meaning "bright" in Welsh.
- Naama, meaning "beautiful" in Hebrew.
- Naomi, meaning "delightful", "pleasant" and "charming" in Hebrew.
- Ngaire, meaning "clever" in Maori.
- Reagan, meaning "wise" in Hebrew and Old German.
- Sophia, meaning "wisdom" in Greek.
- Tatum, meaning "cheerful" in Middle English. For a happy baby girl.
- Vashti, meaning "beautiful" in Persian.
- Yoshiko, meaning "good" and "respectful" in Japanese.
Names which can be used to name after a loved one, or used in combination with a family or friends name to create a great name.
- Alvina, meaning "friend" in Old English.
- Cara, meaning "friend" in Irish Gaelic.
- Delta, meaning "D" in Greek. For naming after people who's names starts with a 'D'
- Omega, meaning "O" in Greek.
- Shannon, meaning "descendant of Sean" in Gaelic. Cute for a little girl who's daddy is named Sean.
This is a name which has a literal meaning to describe your daughters. Features such as hair color or gender are good examples for this, the feature you chose is more factual than bias such as "good-looking" ;)
- Blanche, given to girls who were blonde or fair-haired in Old French times.
- Colleen, meaning "girl" in Irish Gaelic.
- Delwyn, meaning "white, fair" in Welsh.
- Doreen, meaning "daughter" and "white, fair" in Irish.
- Fenella, meaning "white, fair" in Gaelic.
- Fiona, meaning "white, fair" in Celtic.
- Jillian, meaning "soft-haired" and "fair-complexioned" in Greek.
- Halina, meaning "likeness" or "resemblance" in Hawaiian. For a little girl who looks like someone in the family.
- Imogen, meaning "likeness" in Latin, and "girl" and "daughter" in Celtic.
- Julia, Juliana, Julie, Juliette, meaning "fair skinned" in Old Roman.
- Keira, meaning "little dark one" and "dark-haired" in Celtic.
- Kiara, meaning "dark-one" or "dark-haired" in Celtic.
- Layla, meaning "dark-haired" in Arabic. For a baby girl with dark hair.
- Martha, meaning "lady" in Aramaic.
- Olwyn, meaning "white, fair" in Welsh.
- Paige, meaning "child" in Greek.
- Paula, meaning "small" in Latin.
- Rowan, meaning "red-haired" in Gaelic.
- Yoko, meaning "female" in Japanese.
- Zita, meaning "child" in Italian.
Special meanings: Misc, other cute meanings.
Other cute meanings which don't fit in other categories!
- Adelpha, meaning "sisterly, sisterhood" in Greek. For little girls who have an older sibling, especially a sister.
- Aine, meaning "little fire" in Irish Gaelic. For parents who are fire fighters!
- Amalia, meaning "toil" and "hard work" in Latin. For babies who parents worked for, e.g through problems conceiving or IVF
- Arden, meaning "sparkle", "dazzle" and "glitter" in Latin. For little girls who shine.
- Aubrey, meaning "elf-ruler" in Germanic. For a little girl with elfish ears!
- Beatrice, meaning "voyager" in Latin. For little girls conceived while on travels.
- Bijou, meaning "jewel" in French.
- Cecelia, meaning "sixth" in Welsh and "blind" in Latin. For the sixth child in the family! Or if you're not quite that broody, the sixth grandchild or female grandchild. Or for girls born on the 6th of a month.
- Charity, meaning "brotherly love" in Latin. For a little girl with one or more big brothers.
- Cicely meaning "blind" in Roman. Not just for girls who are blind, but when combined with a name such as Carys, like Carys Cicely with a final combinations meaning "blind love"
- Daria, meaning "royalty" in Persian. For your little princess.
- Delma, meaning "of the sea" in Spanish. For a little sea baby.
- Dervla, meaning "daughter of a poet" in Gaelic.
- Erin, meaning "peace" in Irish.
- Estelle, Estella, meaning "star" in Old French.
- Ella, meaning "fairy maiden" in Old English.
- Fay, meaning "fairy" in Old French.
- Hoshi, meaning "star" in Japanese.
- Kamila, meaning "complete" in Arabic. For a little girl who completes your family!
- Keisha, meaning "favorite" in African.
- Kimi, meaning "best" in Japanese.
- Lavern, meaning "springtime" in Latin. For little girls born in spring.
- Lucinda, meaning "to shine, glitter" in Latin.
- Maybelle, meaning "worthy of love" in Latin.
- Malu, meaning "peace" in Hawaiian.
- Maria, Mariah, Mary, Marilyn, Marissa, Marylou, May, Moira, Molly, meaning "longed for child" in Hebrew. For a little girl you've been waiting for, for a long time
- Marini, meaning "healthy" in Swahili.
- Merle, meaning "sea" in Irish Gaelic.
- Morag, meaning "princess" in Hebrew.
- Morgan, meaning "sea" in Welsh.
- Morwenna, meaning "a maiden" in Welsh.
- Myfanwy, meaning "rare one" in Welsh.
- Natalie, meaning "anniversary" and "birthday" in Latin. For a little girl born on a special anniversary or birthday.
- Nona, meaning "ninth" in Latin.
- Nova, meaning "new" in Latin.
- Octavia, meaning "eighth" in Latin.
- Orla, meaning "golden princess" in Irish.
- Phillipa, meaning "someone who loves horses" in Greek.
- Quintana, Quinn meaning "fifth" in Latin.
- Salome, meaning "peace" in Hebrew.
- Sarah, meaning "princess" in Hebrew.
- Stella, meaning "star" in Latin.
- Tamsin, meaning "twin" in Arabic. For a little girl who's a twin.
- Tatiana, meaning "fairy queen".
- Winona, meaning "first born daughter" in Native American.
- Zara, meaning "splendor of the dawn" in Arabic. For little girls born in the morning.
Have a question for Annie-Kate? A suggestion for the blog? Want advice naming your child? Email me at anni.ekate@yahoo.com.au
Monday, December 17, 2007
Special name meanings for boys.
Many parents like to consider the meaning of a name to help them or completely decide on what name to choose for their child. Names with special meanings can even be used as a middle name to supplement a name you've already chosen as a first name.
Here are some of my favorite nice and cute meanings, with hints and tips on when they could be used.
Special meaning: Physical Feature
This is where you choose a name which has a literal meaning to describe your son. Features such as hair color or gender are good examples for this, the feature you chose is more factual than bias such as "good-looking" :).
Some ideas:
This is for babies who have been born premature, through complications or have disabilities but are looking positive, enduring it or hanging in there.
Some ideas:
Naming your child after a family or friend but are stuck for a first or middle name? Don't like there name at all? These meanings are cute in certain situations (As another idea, names with 'characteristic' meanings can work well when naming after loved ones. Your dads name is Mark at you hate it? But he's a real nice guy and you want to use it as a middle name? Something like Allan (meaning 'cheerful' in Irish Gaelic) Mark would be cute, meaning Cheerful Mark). When naming after a good friend, a name meaning "friend" used as a middle name can be cute, or using a name with the meaning "friend" when you don't like your friends name is another option!
Names simply with positive characteristics such as "happy" or "good looking".
Special meaning: feelings for your child.
Names representing your love and feelings for your child in the meaning.
Other cute meanings which don't fit in other categories!
Have a question for Annie-Kate? A suggestion for the blog? Want advice naming your child? Email me at anni.ekate@yahoo.com.au
Here are some of my favorite nice and cute meanings, with hints and tips on when they could be used.
Special meaning: Physical Feature
This is where you choose a name which has a literal meaning to describe your son. Features such as hair color or gender are good examples for this, the feature you chose is more factual than bias such as "good-looking" :).
Some ideas:
- Abel, meaning "son" in Hebrew. A cute idea maybe for a first son.
- Aelwyn, (arl-wein), meaning "white, fair" in Welsh.
- Boyd, meaning "yellow hair" in Gaelic.
- Caesar, meaning "dark hair", "long hair" and "head of hair" in Latin. For a baby boy born with a nice bit of hair!
- Carl, Cary, Charles, meaning "man" in Old German. Cute for parents who call their sons their "Little man", especially if paired with a first name that means "little/small"
- Cecil, meaning "blind" in Latin.
- Cormac, meaning "son" in Irish Gaelic.
- Crispin, meaning "curly" in Latin. For a little boy with Curls!
- Darren, meaning "small one" in Gaelic.
- Derry, meaning "red-headed" in Gaelic. For all the carrot-topped cuties.
- Dexter, meaning "right-handed" in Latin.
- Dwayne, meaning "dark little one" in Irish Gaelic.
- Dwight, meaning "white, fair" in Old English.
- Elvis, meaning "elf-like" in Old English. For baby boys with cute little ears.
- Farley, meaning "fair" in Old French.
- Finbar, meaning "fair-headed" in Gaelic.
- Finn, meaning "fair" in Irish Gaelic.
- Julian, meaning "fair-skinned" in Latin.
- Kane, meaning "dark" in Celtic.
- Keir, meaning "dark-skinned" in Irish Gaelic
- Kieran, meaning "dark one" in Irish.
- Kumar, meaning "son" in Sanskrit.
- Paul, Pablo, meaning "small" in Greek.
- Poco, meaning "little" in Italian. This one would be cute as a nickname for a baby.
- Rory, meaning "red-haired one" in Gaelic.
- Rufus, meaning "red-haired one" in Latin.
- Russell, meaning "red-haired" in Old French.
- Sven, meaning "boy" in Norse.
- Vaughn, meaning "little" in Old Welsh, and "small" in Celtic.
This is for babies who have been born premature, through complications or have disabilities but are looking positive, enduring it or hanging in there.
Some ideas:
- Abir, meaning "strong" and "heroic" in Hebrew.
- Archibald, meaning "noble" and "bold" in Germanic.
- Ardal, meaning "high valour" in Irish.
- Bernatd, meaning "as brave and bold as a bear" in Germanic.
- Bjorn, meaning "sterngth" in Germanic.
- Brian, meaning "strong" in Irish Gaelic and Greek.
- Caleb, meaning "brave" in Hebrew.
- Felix, meaning "lucky" in Latin.
- Ferdinand, meaning "bold", "courageous" and "gallant" in Latin.
- Fergal, meaning "man of valour" in Gaelic.
- Hal, meaning "safe", "sound", "healthy" and "whole" in Old English.
- Harding, meaning "hardy", "bold" and "strong" in Old English.
- Helmut, meaning "strong" in Old French and "brave" in Teutonic.
- Kalle, meaning "strong" and "manly" in Scandinavian.
- Keane, meaning "brave" and "strong" in Old English.
- Maynard, meaning "strong" in Old German.
- Owen, meaning "lucky" in Greek.
- Rolf, meaning "renowned for bravery" and "courage" in Old German.
Naming your child after a family or friend but are stuck for a first or middle name? Don't like there name at all? These meanings are cute in certain situations (As another idea, names with 'characteristic' meanings can work well when naming after loved ones. Your dads name is Mark at you hate it? But he's a real nice guy and you want to use it as a middle name? Something like Allan (meaning 'cheerful' in Irish Gaelic) Mark would be cute, meaning Cheerful Mark). When naming after a good friend, a name meaning "friend" used as a middle name can be cute, or using a name with the meaning "friend" when you don't like your friends name is another option!
- Aelwyn, meaning "noble friend", "elf friend" and "friend to all" in Old English.
- Baldwin, meaning "courageous friend" in Old German.
- Barry, meaning "son of Harry" in Welsh. Cute when trying to name a boy after Dad.
- Bonamy, meaning "good friend" in French.
- Cary, meaning "son of the dark one" in Irish. For little boys with a daddy with dark hair or coloring!
- Cody, meaning "descendant or a helpful or cheerful person" in Irish.
- Edwin, meaning "happy friend" in Old English.
- Fitzgerald, meaning "son of Gerald" in Ireland.
- Flynn, meaning "son of a red-headed man" in Gaelic. Son of a daddy carrot-top.
- Harrison, meaning "son of Harry". Lots of options for Daddy Harry's. This ones cute, and a little different to "Harry jnr" and He could be called Harris which is very sweet.
- Kalil, meaning "good friend" in Arabic.
- Kelvin, meaning "friend" in Old English.
- Nelson, meaning "son of Neil" or "son of Nell" in Old English
- Quinn, meaning "descendant of Conn" in Irish.
Names simply with positive characteristics such as "happy" or "good looking".
- Aelwyn, meaning "great child" in Welsh.
- Allan, meaning "good looking" and "cheerful" in Irish Gaelic. For little boys who are cute and well tempered.
- Albert, meaning "noble" and "bright" in Old High German.
- Argus, meaning "highly observant" and "bright eyed" in Greek. Cute name for little boys who notice everything after they're born.
- Arthur, meaning "noble" in Welsh.
- Asher, meaning "happy" in Hebrew. For a little boy who is sweetly in temper.
- Auberon, meaning "noble" in Germanic.
- Augustus, meaning "magnificent" and "great" in Roman.
- Beau, meaning "handsome" in French.
- Brian, meaning "noble" in Old Celtic.
- Bert, meaning "bright" in Old English.
- Cahil, meaning "naive" in Turkish.
- Clement, meaning "kind", "gentle", "calm" and "merciful" in Latin. For mellow little baby boys.
- Constantine, meaning "loyalty" in Latin.
- Cosmo, meaning "beauty" in Greek.
- Daniel, meaning "attractive" and "charming in Welsh.
- Darren, meaning "great" in Gaelic.
- Declan, meaning "good" in Irish Gaelic.
- Edward, meaning "happy" in Old English.
- Elan, meaning "friendly" in North American. For a little baby boy who never minds who's holding him.
- Ellis, meaning "benevolent" in Welsh.
- Elmer, meaning "noble" in Old English.
- Esmund, meaning "grace, beauty" in Old English.
- Eugene, meaning "noble" in Greek.
- Fadil, meaning "virtuous" and "distinguished" in Arabic.
- Fahey, meaning "happy" in Old English.
- Farley, meaning "beautiful" and "pleasing" in Old Norse.
- Felix, meaning "happy" in Latin.
- Fulbert, meaning "very bright" in German.
- Gamal, meaning "beauty" in Arabic.
- Guy, meaning "lively" in Latin. For a baby boy who kicked a lot in your tummy and is always moving and making noise.
- Hassan, meaning "handsome", "good" and "pleasant" in Arabic.
- Irvin, meaning "handsome" in Gaelic.
- Jamal, meaning "handsome" in Arabic.
- Kalil, meaning "beautiful" in Greek.
- Kamal, meaning "perfection" in Arabic.
- Kamil, meaning "perfection" in Arabic.
- Kane, meaning "lovely" in Welsh.
- Karim, meaning "generous" and "noble" in Arabic.
- Keane, meaning "wise" and "clever" in Old English. For a little boy who is quiet and seems to observe the world.
- Kenneth, meaning "handsome" in Gaelic.
- Kushal, meaning "clever" in Indian.
- Milo, meaning "grace" in Old Slavic.
- Naaman, meaning "beautiful" and "pleasant" in Hebrew.
- Niall, meaning "champion" in Irish and Scottish Gaelic.
- Philmore, meaning "loving" in Greek.
- Phoebus, meaning "bright" and "shining" in Greek.
- Sancho, meaning "thoughtful" in Spanish, and "pure" in Latin.
- Tate, meaning "cheerful" in Middle English. For a little boy merry in spirit.
- Xavier, meaning "bright" in Arabic.
- Zakkai, meaning "pure" and "innocent" in Hebrew.
Special meaning: feelings for your child.
Names representing your love and feelings for your child in the meaning.
- Ahmed, meaning "greatly adored" and "praised the most" in Arabic.
- Anthony, Anton, meaning "priceless" in Roman.
- Axel, meaning "divine reward" in Scandinavian.
- Benedict, meaning "blessed" in Latin.
- Cary, meaning "much loved" in Latin.
- Damon, meaning "fate" in Greek.
- Dante, meaning "to be patient" in Italian. For parents who have wanted a long time for their baby boy.
- David, meaning "beloved" in Hebrew.
- Didier, meaning"great longing" and "wish" in Latin.
- Dorian, meaning "gift" in Greek.
- Eamon, meaning "happiness" in Old English.
- Erasmus, meaning "beloved" in "desired" in Greek.
- Ernest, meaning "intense desire" in Germanic.
- Fahey, meaning "joyful", "glad" and "happy" in Old English.
- Felix, meaning "happy" and "lucky" in Latin.
- Fergus, meaning "best choice" in Gaelic. For adoptive parents of little boys.
- Gil, meaning "joy" in Hebrew.
- Hoffman, meaning "man of influence and flattery" in German. For little boys who wrap their parents and relatives around their fingers and get a lot of compliments.
- Hugh, meaning "inspiration" in Hebrew.
- Kamil, meaning "complete" in Arabic. For the little boy who completes your family or lives.
- Malachi, meaning "my angel" in Hebrew.
- Naaman, meaning "good fortune" in Arabic.
- Nathan, meaning "gift" in Hebrew. For a little boy who's a treasure, or perhaps one born on Christmas or a Birthday.
- Noam, meaning "joy", "delight" and "pleasantness" in Hebrew.
- Owen, meaning "lucky" in Greek.
- Raja, meaning "anticipated" and "hoped for" in Arabic.
- Thaddeus, meaning "desired" in Aramaic.
Other cute meanings which don't fit in other categories!
- Aneurin, meaning "little one of pure gold" in Welsh.
- Amir, meaning "prince" in Arabic.
- Augustus, meaning "majesty" in Roman.
- Basil, meaning "royal" and "kingly" in Greek.
- Baxter, meaning "baker" in Old English. For parents with this profession! Or if you're naming after someone who works as a Baker.
- Bryson, meaning "sea" in Irish Gaelic. For lovers of the Sea.
- Cecil, meaning "sixth" in Welsh. For the sixth child in the family! Or if you're not quite that adventurous -- the sixth grand child or grandson, or for little boys born on the 6th or in June!
- Cole, meaning "trust" in Welsh. For your baby boy who puts his complete trust in you.
- Connor, meaning "lover of hands" in Gaelic. Perfect name for all dog lovers.
- Darwin, meaning "lover of the sea" in Old English.
- Dean, meaning "ten" in Greek.
- Delmar, meaning "of the sea" in Latin. Good for water birth babies or just babies who love water or live close to the beach
- Dylan, meaning "sea" in Celtic.
- Earl, meaning "prince" in Old English.
- Elroy, meaning "the king" in Spanish and French.
- Ethan, meaning "permanent" in Hebrew. For your little boy who will be with you forever.
- Eugene, meaning "well-born" in Greek.
- Francis, meaning "little Frenchman" in Italian. For little boys with French blood!
- Gavin, meaning "falcon of May" in Welsh. For little boys born in May.
- George, meaning "farmer" in Greek. For boys born out on the Farm.
- Hyam, meaning "life" in Hebrew. For the new little life you've brought into the world.
- Irvin, meaning "sea" in Old English.
- Jason, meaning "to heal" in Greek. For a little boy who heals your past hurts.
- Kumar, meaning "prince" in Sanskrit.
- Leroy, meaning "the king" in French.
- Llewellyn meaning "resemblance" in Welsh. For a little boy with a close resemblance to some one special.
- Murdoch, meaning "sailor" in Irish and Scottish Gaelic. For a little boy with close relatives or ancestors who were sailors.
- Nahum, meaning "comforting" in Hebrew. For a little boy who comforts your past hurts.
- Namid, meaning "star dancer" in Native American.
- Naresh, meaning "king" in Sanskrit.
- Octavius, meaning "eighth" in Latin.
- Omar, meaning "long life" and "first born son" in Arabic.
- Owen, meaning "well-born" in Greek.
- Philmore, meaning "lover of the sea" in Greek.
- Quentin, Quintas, meaning "fifth" in Latin.
- Raja, meaning "prince" in Arabic.
- Reuben, meaning "behold, a son" in Hebrew. For your first little boy.
- Ryan, meaning "little king" in Gaelic.
- Samson, meaning "as bright as the sun" in Hebrew.
- Trey, meaning "three" in Latin.
Have a question for Annie-Kate? A suggestion for the blog? Want advice naming your child? Email me at anni.ekate@yahoo.com.au
Tuesday, December 11, 2007
Cute Combinations, Girls, K-O
Some more cute combinations!
K
Classic: Kate Elizabeth
Conservative: Katherine Michelle
Pretty and sweet: Kayla Rose
Modern: Kayley Raine
Unusual: Kaylen Alessia
Unique: Katia Eve
Unisex: Kendall Hope
L
Classic: Lillian Kate
Conservative: Lauren Elise
Pretty and sweet: Layla Evelyn
Modern: Leilani Rose
Unusual: Laurel Madeleine
Unique: Lucinda Deanne
Unisex: Laine Alexandra
M
Classic: Maggie Rose
Conservative: Mary Jane
Pretty and sweet: Melody Joy
Modern: Makenna Grace
Unusual: Marley Reese
Unique: Maegan Gabrielle
Unisex: Morgan Anastasia
N
Conservative: Nicole Andrea (I like the English pronunciation- Ann-dree-uh)
Pretty and sweet: Natalie Anne
Modern: Natalia Lynn
Unusual: Naomi Grace
Unique: Noreen Celeste
O
Classic: Octavia Rose
Pretty and sweet: Olivia Lorelei
Unique: Odessa Jane
What do you think about these? Comment below!
Got some comments in the blog? Some suggestions for me? Want advice naming your child? Email me at anni.ekate@yahoo.com.au
K
Classic: Kate Elizabeth
Conservative: Katherine Michelle
Pretty and sweet: Kayla Rose
Modern: Kayley Raine
Unusual: Kaylen Alessia
Unique: Katia Eve
Unisex: Kendall Hope
L
Classic: Lillian Kate
Conservative: Lauren Elise
Pretty and sweet: Layla Evelyn
Modern: Leilani Rose
Unusual: Laurel Madeleine
Unique: Lucinda Deanne
Unisex: Laine Alexandra
M
Classic: Maggie Rose
Conservative: Mary Jane
Pretty and sweet: Melody Joy
Modern: Makenna Grace
Unusual: Marley Reese
Unique: Maegan Gabrielle
Unisex: Morgan Anastasia
N
Conservative: Nicole Andrea (I like the English pronunciation- Ann-dree-uh)
Pretty and sweet: Natalie Anne
Modern: Natalia Lynn
Unusual: Naomi Grace
Unique: Noreen Celeste
O
Classic: Octavia Rose
Pretty and sweet: Olivia Lorelei
Unique: Odessa Jane
What do you think about these? Comment below!
Got some comments in the blog? Some suggestions for me? Want advice naming your child? Email me at anni.ekate@yahoo.com.au
Monday, December 10, 2007
Top Australian Boys Names
As a follow on from the Top Australian Girls Names
I am proud to present, the Top Australian Boys Names. The most accurate list of name popularity taken from Australia as a whole (While many websites show Australian name popularity from one state alone, this list takes popularity from all states)
This list was compiled from:
The top 100 list from Queensland
The top 100 list from South Australia
A top 10 list from the Australian Capital Territory (with estimated numbers)
A top 20 list from the Northern Territory
A top 100 list from New South Wales
A top 100 list from Victoria. (My State :)!)
And, a top 50 list from Western Australia.
(Unfortunately no data from Tasmania could be found after countless Google searches)
And can be replicated on other sites with permission from Annie-Kate at anni.ekate@yahoo.com.au
So, here they are:
For Parents from Australia i'd suggest to stay away from the top 25, or even the top 50 if you'd like an uncommon name.
How does the top 15 here compare to the top 15 inAmerica
Which list is your favorite? Let me know and comment below!
Whats different from Australian boy names and American boy names? And what can we learn from that.
Names which Americans (and others) can steal from the top Australian names (cause they aren't too popular in the US!).
Lachlan
Bailey (no.635 in the US)
Charlie (no.337)
Mitchell (no.275)
Harry (no.593)
Angus
Callum
Darcy
Hamish
Zac
Flynn
Jamie (no.583)
Tyson (no.276)
Sam (no.463)
Toby (no.509)
Luca (no.349)
Jai (rhymes with eye)
Jett (no.535)
Declan (no.364)
Finn (no.456)
Brock (no.261)
Beau (no.438)
Tom
Will (no.533)
Taj
Archie
Rhys (no.915)
Ali (no.360)
Lincoln
Ben (no.555)
Jay (no.351)
Some interesting features of Australian boys names:
The name Aaron, is not pronounced air-run, but a-ron with a sharp 'a' sound.
Shortenings of names such as "Ben", "Sam" and "Will" are common as names on their own.
Variants of spellings are rare, and traditional spellings are nearly always used.
Names such as Bailey and Riley are seen as boys names alone, and are very rarely used for girls.
Scottish and Irish names which are rarely used in the US such as Lachlan, Angus and Callum are popular and have been for a long time.
Names Aussie parents should steal from the US top list and run! (theres a lot, grab your pen and paper!)
Cayden
Brian
Gabriel
Landon
Isaiah
Gavin
Eric
Evan
Adrian
Nathaniel
Devin
Jeremiah
Carter
Ian
Sebastian
Colin
Cole
Wyatt
Chase
Damian
Carson
Allan
Timothy
Richard
Derek
Brady
Vincent
Payton
Mark
Colton
Josiah
Preston
(And there are many other names at http://www.namenerds.com/uucn/top06xy.html)
Have a suggestion for the blog? Some advice you think I need? What help naming your child? Email me at anni.ekate@yahoo.com.au
I am proud to present, the Top Australian Boys Names. The most accurate list of name popularity taken from Australia as a whole (While many websites show Australian name popularity from one state alone, this list takes popularity from all states)
This list was compiled from:
The top 100 list from Queensland
The top 100 list from South Australia
A top 10 list from the Australian Capital Territory (with estimated numbers)
A top 20 list from the Northern Territory
A top 100 list from New South Wales
A top 100 list from Victoria. (My State :)!)
And, a top 50 list from Western Australia.
(Unfortunately no data from Tasmania could be found after countless Google searches)
And can be replicated on other sites with permission from Annie-Kate at anni.ekate@yahoo.com.au
So, here they are:
| No. | Name. | Amount | |
| 1 | Jack | 2402 | |
| 2 | 2034 | ||
| 3 | Joshua | 1969 | |
| 4 | Thomas | 1862 | |
| 5 | William | 1850 | |
| 6 | James | 1576 | |
| 7 | Ethan | 1340 | |
| 8 | Samuel | 1257 | |
| 9 | Noah | 1253 | |
| 10 | Ryan | 1245 | |
| 11 | Daniel | 1236 | |
| 12 | Liam | 1221 | |
| 13 | Benjamin | 1206 | |
| 14 | Matthew | 1133 | |
| 15 | Cooper | 1113 | |
| 16 | Luke | 1107 | |
| 17 | Riley | 1094 | |
| 18 | Alexander | 1050 | |
| 19 | Nicholas | 1029 | |
| 20 | Jacob | 1009 | |
| 21 | Oliver | 998 | |
| 22 | 886 | ||
| 23 | Lucas | 875 | |
| 24 | Dylan | 857 | |
| 25 | Jake | 815 | |
| 26 | Max | 802 | |
| 27 | Bailey | 787 | |
| 28 | Jackson (700), Jaxon (83) | 783 | |
| 29 | Charlie | 740 | |
| 30 | Aidan (380), Aiden (356) | 736 | |
| 31 | Mitchell | 731 | |
| 32 | 727 | ||
| 33 | Jayden | 678 | |
| 34 | Connor | 673 | |
| 35 | Blake | 669 | |
| 36 | 668 | ||
| 37 | Isaac | 664 | |
| 38. # | Harry | 663 | |
| 40 | Nathan | 662 | |
| 41 | Zachary | 593 | |
| 42 | Angus | 586 | |
| 43 | Oscar | 562 | |
| 44 | Cameron | 557 | |
| 45 | Hayden | 543 | |
| 46 | Adam | 531 | |
| 47 | Seth | 524 | |
| 48 | Joseph | 516 | |
| 49 | Xavier | 511 | |
| 50 | Jesse | 501 | |
| 51 | Caleb | 496 | |
| 52 | Brodie | 489 | |
| 53 | Christian | 474 | |
| 54 | 470 | ||
| 55 | Patrick | 435 | |
| 56 | Alex | 409 | |
| 57 | Kai | 406 | |
| 58. # | Sebastian | 405 | |
| Cody | |||
| 60 | Joel | 386 | |
| 61 | Henry | 373 | |
| 62 | Andrew | 357 | |
| 63 | Callum | 355 | |
| 64 | Charles | 333 | |
| 65 | Christopher | 324 | |
| 66 | Anthony | 314 | |
| 67 | Ashton | 306 | |
| 68 | Hunter | 305 | |
| 69 | Aaron | 303 | |
| 70 | Darcy | 301 | |
| 71 | Hamish | 297 | |
| 72 | Zac | 289 | |
| 73 | David | 281 | |
| 74 | Jonathan | 265 | |
| 75 | Flynn | 263 | |
| 76 | John | 254 | |
| 77 | Jamie | 250 | |
| 78 | Marcus | 249 | |
| 79 | Tyson | 248 | |
| 80 | Sam | 245 | |
| 81. # | Elijah | 243 | |
| Toby | |||
| 83. # | Luca | 236 | |
| Jai | |||
| 84 | George | 216 | |
| 85 | Tristan | 212 | |
| 86 | Owen | 207 | |
| 87 | Sean | 206 | |
| 88 | Jett | 202 | |
| 89 | Edward | 199 | |
| 90 | Peter | 189 | |
| 91 | Brayden | 184 | |
| 92 | Dominic | 181 | |
| 93 | Declan | 174 | |
| 94 | Finn | 173 | |
| 95 | Levi | 170 | |
| 96 | Mason | 169 | |
| 97 | Brock | 160 | |
| 98 | Tony | 154 | |
| 99 | 150 | ||
| 100 | Beau | 144 | |
| 101 | Will | 133 | |
| 102 | Tom | 115 | |
| 103 | Corey | 113 | |
| 104 | Taj | 111 | |
| 105 | Zane | 107 | |
| 106 | Archie | 106 | |
| 107 | Justin | 105 | |
| 108 | 93 | ||
| 109 | Jeremy | 90 | |
| 110 | Rhys | 90 | |
| 111 | Ali | 86 | |
| 112 | Julian | 76 | |
| 113 | Kyle | 72 | |
| 114 | 55 | ||
| 115 | Ben | 50 | |
| 116 | Bryce | 45 | |
| 117 | 22 | ||
| 118 | Bradley | 22 | |
| 119 | Jay | 21 | |
| 120 | Jason | 18 |
For Parents from Australia i'd suggest to stay away from the top 25, or even the top 50 if you'd like an uncommon name.
How does the top 15 here compare to the top 15 in
| No | Aus | USA | ||
| 1 | Jack | Aiden | ||
| 2 | Lachlan | Jacob | ||
| 3 | Joshua | Michael | ||
| 4 | Thomas | Joshua | ||
| 5 | William | Matthew | ||
| 6 | James | Christopher | ||
| 7 | Ethan | Ethan | ||
| 8 | Samuel | Nicholas | ||
| 9 | Noah | Daniel | ||
| 10 | Ryan | Andrew | ||
| 11 | Daniel | Anthony | ||
| 12 | Liam | William | ||
| 13 | Benjamin | Alexander | ||
| 14 | Matthew | Jayden | ||
| 15 | Cooper | Joseph |
Which list is your favorite? Let me know and comment below!
Whats different from Australian boy names and American boy names? And what can we learn from that.
Names which Americans (and others) can steal from the top Australian names (cause they aren't too popular in the US!).
Lachlan
Bailey (no.635 in the US)
Charlie (no.337)
Mitchell (no.275)
Harry (no.593)
Angus
Callum
Darcy
Hamish
Zac
Flynn
Jamie (no.583)
Tyson (no.276)
Sam (no.463)
Toby (no.509)
Luca (no.349)
Jai (rhymes with eye)
Jett (no.535)
Declan (no.364)
Finn (no.456)
Brock (no.261)
Beau (no.438)
Tom
Will (no.533)
Taj
Archie
Rhys (no.915)
Ali (no.360)
Lincoln
Ben (no.555)
Jay (no.351)
Some interesting features of Australian boys names:
The name Aaron, is not pronounced air-run, but a-ron with a sharp 'a' sound.
Shortenings of names such as "Ben", "Sam" and "Will" are common as names on their own.
Variants of spellings are rare, and traditional spellings are nearly always used.
Names such as Bailey and Riley are seen as boys names alone, and are very rarely used for girls.
Scottish and Irish names which are rarely used in the US such as Lachlan, Angus and Callum are popular and have been for a long time.
Names Aussie parents should steal from the US top list and run! (theres a lot, grab your pen and paper!)
Cayden
Brian
Gabriel
Landon
Isaiah
Gavin
Eric
Evan
Adrian
Nathaniel
Devin
Jeremiah
Carter
Ian
Sebastian
Colin
Cole
Wyatt
Chase
Damian
Carson
Allan
Timothy
Richard
Derek
Brady
Vincent
Payton
Mark
Colton
Josiah
Preston
(And there are many other names at http://www.namenerds.com/uucn/top06xy.html)
Have a suggestion for the blog? Some advice you think I need? What help naming your child? Email me at anni.ekate@yahoo.com.au
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