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Feb
22

Biblical Baby Names

on February 22, 2012

Today marks the beginning of lent and a day where Christians around the world give up one temptation in remembrance of Jesus and his 40 day period of fasting before his public ministry. Today, people from Christian denominations will receive ashes on their forehead made from burnt palms from last year’s Palm Sunday. In remembrance of the temptations that Jesus endured over a 40-day period, here are eight biblical baby names for your soon-to-be.

Boys:

John (Hebrew): God is gracious; in the Bible, one of the Apostles
Luke (Greek): A man from Lucania
Mark (Latin): Dedicated to Mars; the God of war
Matthew (Hebrew): A gift from God;

Girls:

Elizabeth (Hebrew): My God is bountiful
Eve (Hebrew): Giver of life; a lively woman
Mary (Latin/Hebrew): Star of the sea/from the sea of bitterness
Sarah (Hebrew): Princess; lady; in the Bible, wife of Abraham

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Feb
21

Mardi Gras Names

on February 21, 2012

 Mardi Gras, the French term for ‘Fat Tuesday,’ is heavily celebrated in New Orleans, Louisiana in the United States. People gather from across the country to celebrate the day wearing the traditional colors of purple, green, and gold. If you are expecting a baby in the month of February and are proud of your southern or French heritage, consider this list of names derived from the Mardi Gras celebration.
Boys:
Augustine (Irish): Form of August, meaning “one who is venerable, majestic”
Charles (English/German): One who is manly and strong/a free man
Leroy (French): The king
Philippe (Greek): One who loves horses

Girls:
Acadia (Canadian): From the land of plenty
Belle (Italian): A woman famed for her beauty
Magnolia (French): State flower of Louisiana
Rosella (Italian): Of the rose garden

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Feb
20

February Baby Name Acronym

on February 20, 2012

Sure, picking a baby name is not an easy task but it can be fun if you put a little spunk into it. If you are expecting a baby in the month of February, you only have a couple of weeks to choose a baby name for your soon-to-be.

Check out this unique approach to naming your child and feel free to replace the chosen names with others beginning with the same letters. Here is a list of baby names for a February baby that you might be interested in.

Francesca (Latin): Feminine form of Francis; woman from France; one who is free
Elisa (English): Form of Elizabeth, meaning “my God is bountiful”
Brenden (Irish): Born into royalty; a prince
Rebecca (Hebrew): One who is bound to God; in the bible, the wife of Isaac
Urban (Latin): From the city
Avery (English): One who is a wise ruler, of the nobility
Regan (Gaelic): Born into royalty; a little ruler
Yves (French): A young archer

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Feb
15

Valentine’s Day Inspired Baby Names

on February 15, 2012

Happy belated Valentine’s Day! In honor of the lingering love in the air, here are a few sweetheart baby names that you are sure to adore for a February baby:

Boys:

Chase (English): Huntsman
Daniel (Hebrew): God is my judge
Morgan (Welsh): Circling the bright sea; a sea dweller
Patrick (Latin): A nobleman; patrician

Girls:

Danielle (Hebrew): Feminine form of Daniel; God is my judge
Emily (Latin): An industrious and hardworking woman
Krista (English): Form of Christina, meaning “follower of Christ”
Marie (Spanish): Form of Mary, meaning “Star of the sea”

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Feb
13

National Get a Different Name Day

on February 13, 2012

If you think the best name for your child is 25 characters long and spelled much different than the original form of the same name, reconsider your decision for the sake of your child. February 13th is National Get a Different Name Day and you better believe your child will try—especially if they catch wind of a day in honor of changing their name.

Here are some names you may want to avoid when choosing the perfect baby name for your soon-to-be. Just take it from the celebrities who have already gone down the path of ‘worst baby names of all time.’

Boys:

Buddy Bear Maurice (Jamie Oliver)
Jermajesty (Jermaine Jackson)
Kyd (David Duchovny and Tea Leon)
Pilot Inspektor (Beth Riesgraf and Jason Lee)

Girls:

Bluebell Madonna (Spice Girl Geri Halliwell)
Calico (Alice Cooper)
Clementine Jane (Ethan Hawke and Ryan Shawhughes)
Kal-El Coppola (Nicolas Cage)

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Feb
10

French Inspired Names for a February Baby

on February 10, 2012

Within the next few weeks you will be the proud parent of a beautiful baby. Your nouvelle arrivée (new arrival) will carry on a family name and grow with the first name that you choose. If you have not done so already, consider a French inspired baby name. After all, French is the language of love and what better way to express the love that you have for your child and partner?

Boys:

Clement (Latin/French): A merciful man
Hugo (German/French): A thoughtful man
Jean-Pierre (French): Combination of Jean and Pierre, meaning “God is gracious”
Lucas (English): A man from Lucania

Girls:

Ancelin (French): A handmaiden
Dominique (French): Feminine form of Dominic; born on the Lord’s Day
Genevieve (French): Of the race of women; the white wave
Vivienne (Latin/French): One who is full of life; vibrant

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Feb
8

Fabulous Fifties Names for a February Baby

on February 8, 2012

The 1950’s were iconic and classy, refined but edgy, and altogether unforgettable. Elvis Presley’s music had teenage women across the nation in a frenzy, and the introduction of plastic toys such as dolls and figurines after WWII gave children something to smile about. Thank the heavens for television and other advances in technology like the polio vaccine invented by Jonas Salk in 1955 given to over 7 million Americans.

If you are expecting a child within the month of February and looking for a classy and traditional name for your soon-to-be, consider these names that were popular in the 1950’s.

Boys:

David (Hebrew): The beloved one
James (Hebrew): Form of Jacob, meaning “he who supplants”
Richard (English): A powerful ruler
Robert (German): One who is bright with fame

Girls:

Karen (Greek): Form of Katherine, meaning “one who is pure; virginal”
Linda (Spanish): One who is soft and beautiful
Nancy (English): Form of Ann, meaning “a woman graced with God’s favor”
Susan (Hebrew): Form of Susannah, meaning “resembling a graceful white Lily”

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Feb
7

Fairy Tale Names for a February Baby

on February 7, 2012

Congratulations! You are expecting a baby within the next few months; time to pick the perfect baby name that will suit your soon-to-be just right. Inspiration for the new name can pop up anywhere—reading a century old fairy tale might be the key to discovering a beautiful and enchanting baby name.

The Baby Name Registry has developed a list of names that are present within classic fairy tales, told to young and old throughout time that might interest you for a baby born in February.

Boys:

Hansel (Scandinavian): Form of John, meaning “God is gracious” -Hansel and Gretal
Peter (Greek): As solid and strong as a rock -Peter Pan/Peter Rabbit
Robin (English): Form of Robert, meaning “one who is bright with fame” -Robin Hood
Timothy (Greek): One who honors God -Tiny Tim

Girls:

Alice (German): Woman of the nobility; truthful; having high moral character -Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland
Mary (Latin): Star of the sea/from the sea of bitterness -Mary Had a Little Lamb
Rosie (Greek): Resembling the beautiful and meaningful flower -Ring around the Rosie
Wendy (Welsh): Form of Gwendolyn, meaning “one who is fair/of the white ring” -Peter Pan

 

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Feb
6

‘F’ Names for February

on February 6, 2012

If you are expecting a child born in February, think of all of the exciting events that are jam packed into the shortest month of the year. Couples around the world celebrate their love for one another on February 14th with flowers, chocolates, and dinner dates while football fanatics watch their favorite teams compete for the super bowl championship on the first Sunday of the month.

If your child is born during the month of February, give them a name that will relate to the month in which they were born. February 2012 is unique and rare because it is a leap year. Here is a list of names beginning with ‘F’ that you are sure to love.

Boys:

Finn (Gaelic): A fair-haired man
Felix (Latin): One who is happy and prosperous
Foster (English): A forest ranger
Francis (Latin): A man from France; one who is free

Girls:

Fallon (Irish): A commanding woman
Farah (Arabic): One who is joyful; a bringer of happiness
Felicity (Latin): Feminine form of Felix; one who is lucky and successful
Francesca (Latin): Feminine form of Francis; woman from France; one who is free

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Feb
3

Groundhog Day Season Predictions

on February 3, 2012

People in Washington D.C. gathered early yesterday morning to be the first to witness the groundhogs winter predictions. For those residing in the Northeast, these predictions could be made much earlier than February 2nd as to what the winter would bring, having had little to no winter at all.

If you are expecting a child within the next few months, consider spring inspired baby names in hopes that the warmer weather will come a little earlier this year.

Boys:

Avery (English): One who is a wise ruler; of nobility
Cole (English): Having dark features; having coal-black hair
Marlon (Resembling a little hawk
Ryan (Gaelic): The little ruler; little king

Girls:

April (English): Opening buds of spring; born in the month of April
Juliet (Latin): One who is youthful; daughter of the sky
Kalani (Hawaiian): From the heavens
Mae (Latin): Born during the month of May; form of Mary meaning “Star of the sea/from the sea of bitterness”

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