A new, cool name
Hi Jennifer,
Here is a name I didn’t see in ANY of hundreds of sites was a name I thought of myself: Zandophen. To me it means “exceptional talent.” I think it’s kinda cool to have–I mean, I’d want it. Read More
Hi Jennifer,
Here is a name I didn’t see in ANY of hundreds of sites was a name I thought of myself: Zandophen. To me it means “exceptional talent.” I think it’s kinda cool to have–I mean, I’d want it. Read More
Dear Jennifer,
After a long and painful decision-making process, I think we’ve settled on Lydia and Quentin for our g/b twins. Since the kids will get my husband’s last name, I’d like to honor my family in middle names. Read More
Hi Jennifer! We have 3 boys and just found out we are having a baby girl. We had picked Leo as a boy’s name and fell in love with it. My grandmother’s middle name was Leona, so Leo was a throwback to her; however, we do not like the name Leona. Read More
Hi Jennifer,
We have a son Brandon. Is Brenna too similar for a little sister name? Looking for an honest opinion.
Thanks,
Mary Donaghey
Dear Mary,
I do think those are very similar names. You want to make sure siblings have their own identity. Read More
Explaining death to young children is such a touchy thing. It’s usually something parents don’t want to do, so we put it off until we are grappling with difficult loss and in no position to be mature, thoughtful creatures. Read More
If ever there was a perfect bedtime book for the younger set, Time for Bed is it. Written by Mem Fox and illustrated by Jane Dyer, this board book is almost trance-inducing. Each page follows the same rhythm, and each page has gentle rhymes. Read More
The adorable cover of Chick ‘n’ Pug hints at the humor and sweet tone readers will find inside. Both written and illustrated by Jennifer Sattler, this picture book is a winner whether read quietly to oneself or read aloud to a crowd of kindergartners. Read More
Baby not nodding off as needed? You can’t exactly inform an infant about counting sheep… But nonetheless, a sheep might be your solution… Ewan the Dream Sheep, that is.
The stuffed animal “emits soothing sounds at a low base frequency.” What sounds? Read More
Baby formula has to be boiled to 212 degrees. Of course it has to be cooled before serving. The first task is exacting, the second time-consuming. Or at least they were: the Piena Baby Tender Touch Formula Maker will automatically boil, cool, and dispense water, “at the perfect, safest temperature for your baby,” the company says. Read More
Hi Jennifer!
I recently saw the name Theda (pronounced thay-duh). I don’t know much about this name, and it’s not in your database. I would love to name a future daughter Theda Josephine. Can you give me any more information on the name Theda? Read MoreDear Jennifer,
My husband and I know were expecting a girl. We wanted something different, so we came up with Evanlea. We combined her both of her godparents name together.
Is Evanlea to different or unique of a name? Read More
Hi Jennifer,
Babynames.com says the name Darrell is from Airelle, but Airelle isn’t a name. This is confusing to me. Is “from Airelle” the meaning, or is the one name “from” the other like Laura/Laurel. Either way, should “Airelle” be added to teh database? Read More
Hi Jennifer!
Thanks so much for babynames.com. I love to daydream about names, and your site is a treasure trove.
I’m also an avid reader, and I have been re-reading some of my childhood favorites, including the Little House series by Laura Ingalls Wilder. Read More
Hi! I know a girl with the name Minette, but couldn’t find it on your site and thought it was really pretty. Could it be added? I know it is of French origin, but don’t know much beyond that. Read More
Babies crave stimulation, and this little device delivers plenty. It’ll also help teach basic numbers with songs and color.
The Spin and Learn Color Flashlight combines animal sounds, changing color lights, music, and more than 50 songs to sing along with. Read More