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Meaning of the name Chainie

Posted on April 9, 2014September 21, 2018 by Jennifer M. by Jennifer M.

Hi Jennifer,

My husband’s cousin’s name is ‘Chainie’. I have never heard of this name before until I met her. As far as I know this is not a nickname and is her actual first name. I could not find it on your website so I was wondering if you could shed some light on her name’s origin and/or meaning. [Read more...]

New Names: Nathana and Veina?

Posted on April 9, 2014September 21, 2018 by Jennifer M. by Jennifer M.

Hello Jennifer,

I’ve come up with two new unique girl names. The names are Veina and Nathana. I think I came up with Veina because I was thinking about the name Reigna which is beautiful as well. Nathana is derived from Nathan but has a feminine side to it. [Read more...]

From Grandma

Posted on April 9, 2014September 21, 2018 by Jennifer M. by Jennifer M.

Dear Jennifer, I am a 66 year old grandma. I have two grandchildren right now, however, my youngest son just got married. Your website provides not only information and fun facts to the expectant parents, but a wonderful resource for me. [Read more...]

Game of Thrones Names

Posted on March 31, 2014September 21, 2018 by Jennifer M. by Jennifer M.

Fan of the HBO Series Game of Thrones? In honor of Season Four debuting this Sunday, I have done a full analysis of Game of Thrones Names on our sister site, CharacterNames.com!

Check it out! [Read more...]

Kreatyve Name Feedback

Posted on March 12, 2014September 21, 2018 by Jennifer M. by Jennifer M.

I wanted to add some input to Jennifer’s request for information on people’s experience with common names that required spelling out.

I am an unfortunate victim of just such a name, KATHRYN. I have never liked my name and never felt like it fit me – however the worst part about my name is constantly having to spell it out for people. [Read more...]