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October 2, 2013 11:44 AM
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Marzia

Marzia | Name News | Scoop.it
On the quest to find Italian names for a little project I came across Marzia, a name connected to the likes of Marcella, Marcy and Marsaili. Its a sweet name, relatively easy to say and spell altho...
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I like it: mysterious pre-Latin origins are always a plus, and it's like a snazzier version of Marcia.

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October 2, 2013 11:40 AM
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TABITHA STORM (girl names)

TABITHA STORM (girl names) | Name News | Scoop.it
Addison Willow Belle Victoria Cambria Quinn Daphne June Ella Harmony Faith Becca Gwenyth Anna Holland Jean Isabel Colette Joanna Adellie Kalyssa Sunshine Lilly Miriam Meadow Paige Neva Rae Odette E...
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And Faith Becca, Wrigley Lara (good name for a squirmy baby!), and more.

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October 2, 2013 11:35 AM
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Les jolis faire-part de Ségolène de Bernis - JolisPrénoms.fr

Les jolis faire-part de Ségolène de Bernis - JolisPrénoms.fr | Name News | Scoop.it
En se baladant sur le Web, on fait parfois de très belles découvertes… Les faire-part de Ségolène de Bernis en font partie !
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Following on from yesterday's names spotted in birth announcement pictures*, here are birth announcment cards by graphic designer Ségolène de Bernis, featuring lovely French names: Isaure, Côme, Geoffroy, and more.

 

*http://www.babble.com/pregnancy/25-adorable-fall-birth-announcements-from-etsy

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October 2, 2013 11:16 AM
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Celebrity Baby Names: Two “D” Baby Names | In Name Only

Celebrity Baby Names: Two “D” Baby Names | In Name Only | Name News | Scoop.it

"Two celebs had baby boys this week, with very different “D” names—one super-traditional, one a little more offbeat. Do their names score an A+ in your book, or (yikes!) a D?"

 

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October 2, 2013 11:10 AM
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Ioan Gruffudd and Alice Evans Welcome Daughter Elsie Marigold | People.com

Ioan Gruffudd and Alice Evans Welcome Daughter Elsie Marigold | People.com | Name News | Scoop.it
"We are beyond thrilled to announce the arrival of our daughter, Elsie Marigold, on September 13th," the couple tell PEOPLE in a statement.
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Croeso mawr i Elsie, chwaer i Ella!

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October 2, 2013 11:05 AM
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Favourite names beginnnig with J = Nomes e mais nomes: Nomes preferidos começados por J

Favourite names beginnnig with J = Nomes e mais nomes: Nomes preferidos começados por J | Name News | Scoop.it
Lista de nomes preferidos começados por J.
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When I think of Portuguese names, João always springs to mind.  Here he is, along with eight more.

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October 1, 2013 5:47 PM
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Baby Naming Issue: Two Friends Independently Chose the Same Name

Baby Naming Issue: Two Friends Independently Chose the Same Name | Name News | Scoop.it
James writes: So I have what seems to be a very rare situation on my hands - My wife and I have been trying to come up with baby names since about two years ago. We got married in May of this year ...
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One of those great posts that advises about much more than just baby names.

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October 1, 2013 4:38 PM
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S My Name is Sophie: Nicknames for Beatrice

" Beatrice is a super cool name for a little girl. She has many different nickname options, one for each personality. Here is a list if you are looking for the perfect nickname."

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Good list, and let's not forget Beattie.  And, of course, Beezus.

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October 1, 2013 10:23 AM
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NameFreak!: We the People

NameFreak!: We the People | Name News | Scoop.it

"On September 17, 1787, 40 men signed the Constitution, and their names are:"

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I love the solid feeling these names as a whole convey.

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October 1, 2013 10:21 AM
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Pace and Odelia

Pace and Odelia | Name News | Scoop.it
After not posting any birth announcements for a while I am posting birth announcements so here are some of the babies born into West Aussie families in September I'll be back to weekly BA's next we...
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And Annique Marie, Rhani Claire, and more.

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October 1, 2013 10:14 AM
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Uniquely Australian Names: Bronte

Uniquely Australian Names: Bronte | Name News | Scoop.it
As suggested by Anna todays name is Bronte. It may remind you of the Bronte sisters or Sydney's Bronte Beach. According to behind the name its unusual but I personally know three. Bronte is from a ...
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October 1, 2013 11:14 AM
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News and Features - Richmond Magazine

News and Features - Richmond Magazine | Name News | Scoop.it
Richmond-inspired baby names, Jeff Kelley
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At the risk of making a huge generalisation about a lot of the human race, I do love it when fathers-to-be write about names.

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October 1, 2013 10:10 AM
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Celebrity Baby News: Rachael Finch and Michael Miziner

Celebrity Baby News: Rachael Finch and Michael Miziner | Name News | Scoop.it
Former Miss Australia, model and media personality Rachael Finch, and her husband Michael Miziner, welcomed their first child on September 24, and have named their daughter Violet Rachael. Violet's...
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Welcome, Violet!

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October 2, 2013 11:43 AM
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October Baby Names: Marigold, Libra and Lorraine – Baby Name Blog - Nameberry

October Baby Names: Marigold, Libra and Lorraine – Baby Name Blog - Nameberry | Name News | Scoop.it
As the new month begins, Eleanor Nickerson of BritishBabyNames.com offers some cool, and sometimes unexpected, October-related options, from Marigold to Libra, Opal to Octavia. - baby names
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Happy October!

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October 2, 2013 11:39 AM
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Boys’ Names: Which do you think is the very best? – Baby Name Blog - Nameberry

Boys’ Names: Which do you think is the very best? – Baby Name Blog - Nameberry | Name News | Scoop.it
It was hard enough to sift through the 20,000 boys' names on Nameberry to pick the 600 in our newest book. Now we're asking you to get that down to just one. - baby names
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Looking at the comments so far, it's interesting to see what readers would pick when it comes to the crunch.

 

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October 2, 2013 11:24 AM
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The Beauty of Names: Fetchingly Finnish

The Beauty of Names: Fetchingly Finnish | Name News | Scoop.it

" I have a soft spot for Finnish names. They have such beautiful sounds, and meanings. I can definitely see some catching on over here."

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Agreed, there is something special about Finnish, and I'm having great fun saying these names (or attempting to).  I particularly like the simple Meri, Lumi, Sini and Arvo.

 

If you'd like more Finnish names, their top 10 of 2012 can be found here: http://www.vernoeming.nl/populairste-voornamen-finland-2012

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October 2, 2013 11:15 AM
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The Beauty of Names: Ioan Gruffudd and Alice Evans Welcome Baby Girl

The Beauty of Names: Ioan Gruffudd and Alice Evans Welcome Baby Girl | Name News | Scoop.it

"Welsh actor Ioan Gruffudd, known for playing Horatio Hornblower in the TV series "Hornblower", and recently as Andrew Martin in "Ringer", has welcomed his second daughter, Elsie Marigold, with wife Alice Evans, better known as Eve from "The Vampire Diaries". They have one other daughter, Ella Betsi Janet."

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Hwrâ hwrê - welcome, Elsie!

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October 2, 2013 11:07 AM
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More Interesting Baby Names

Bracelyn

Braedon

Jadence

Londyn

Jaxson

Alora

Brandee

Henley

Jadyn

Brycen

Nickolii

Layden

Isa

Jessalyn

 

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October 2, 2013 11:04 AM
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The Beauty of Names: Mark-Paul Gosselaar Welcomes Son

The Beauty of Names: Mark-Paul Gosselaar Welcomes Son | Name News | Scoop.it

" Mark-Paul Gosselaar, best known for playing Zack Morris in "Saved by the Bell", has welcomed a son, Dekker Edward, with his wife Catriona McGinn. He has two other children, Michael Charles and Ava Lorenn, with his previous wife Lisa Ann Russell. "

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It's quite the season for 'Saved by the Bell' babies.  Welcome, Dekker!

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October 1, 2013 4:43 PM
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25 Adorable Fall Birth Announcements from Etsy

25 Adorable Fall Birth Announcements from Etsy | Name News | Scoop.it
Fall in love with these 25 fall birth announcements perfect for your autumn baby!
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Never mind the pumpkins and those strange oversized headbands; let's look at the names.  They include Greyson, Boen Maxwell, triplets Taylor, Tyler and Travis, and more.

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October 1, 2013 4:37 PM
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Interesting Baby Names 10/1/2013

Kylie Bridda

Kenzie

Archer Drake

Kassidy Kay

Ethyn Emil

Autumn Rose

Kenzlee Mae

Crew Mitchell

Dallas DeLyle

Raeliegh Hilda

Shiloh Mevin

Crea Boe

Bella Rose

Revven James

Jadyn Ronnie (a girl)

Terralyn June

Aveda Mae

Brooklyn Louann

Jayden Justin

Croix James

Layton Wilho

 

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I have only one thing to say: Hilda! :D

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October 1, 2013 10:22 AM
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Turner: Baby Name of the Day - Appellation Mountain

Turner: Baby Name of the Day - Appellation Mountain | Name News | Scoop.it
He's a meaning-rich occupational surname with quite a bit of 21st century style. If Hunter and Carter are Top 100 picks, why not Turner?
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October 1, 2013 10:19 AM
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Best Boys’ Names: 10 stylish selections – Baby Name Blog - Nameberry

Best Boys’ Names: 10 stylish selections – Baby Name Blog - Nameberry | Name News | Scoop.it
From our new book
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Including the very stylish Felix, Griffin, Sullivan, and more.

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October 1, 2013 10:12 AM
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Mystery Baby Name - Lavoris - Nancy's Baby Names

Mystery Baby Name - Lavoris - Nancy's Baby Names | Name News | Scoop.it
Why did dozens of babies suddenly get the name Lavoris in the early 1960s?
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October 1, 2013 10:11 AM
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Names From Dishonored

Names From Dishonored | Name News | Scoop.it
Dishonored is a stealth action adventure game. It is set in the fictional, plague-ridden industrial city of Dunwall and follows Corvo Attano, the Empress's legendary bodyguard. He is framed for her...
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Including Esmond, Piero, Thalia, and more.

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