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Thanks so much, Sonia, for creating this game and sending it to me! The Game Questions: 1. Choose any nature name for two boys and two girls. All middle name... 
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Spanish names have such a beautiful flair! Which is your favorite?
Clare's insight:
Including Paloma, Fidelia, Catalina, and more.
Kara @ The Art of Naming's curator insight,
September 25, 2013 8:08 PM
So many lovely choices! It is hard to pick a favorite! Mine include Clementina, Esmeralda and Ramona.
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She's a French import, popular in the 1960s and tied to France's Belle Epoque. With her current sound, could Yvette make a comeback in 2013?
Clare's insight:
Yew might enjoy this...
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Um olhar sobre o nome Anabela.
Clare's insight:
It was fresh in Portugal in the 1960s; could it make a resurgence? I rather like the pared-down spelling.
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Name of the Year is here again! Check the bracket, then come back and give me your final four.
Clare's insight:
Erm...have I been missing out on something?
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DO'S Pick a name that makes a positive first impression. That's something your child needs on a blind date, a college application or a resume. Pick a versatile name that can "grow" with your child....
Clare's insight:
Going for prescriptive over descriptive. Numbers 3-6 on the "Dont's" list are a bit debateable, but otherwise fair play.
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"My husband and I both love the name Esmeralda (Spanish for emerald). However, I have heard that name is too Spanish/Mexican and would look silly on a blond little girl. I am torn apart and don't know what to do. I am afraid I will regret not using that name if choose not to, but I also don't want my baby being teased all the time."
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" Listed are the baby's birthday, parents' information and the baby's first and middle name (if available). A few words of commentary—in the form of celebrity name awards—are below!"
Clare's insight:
What a summer it was - do you spot all of these?
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Aimee Reneau Tafreshi takes us on a trip through the market to discover some highly unusual food-related name possibilities, such as Pinto, Sorrel and Romaine. - baby names
Clare's insight:
Great fun - this is more than just a plain list of food names.
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" I am currently catching up on the show Scandal, which takes place in the US Capital and involves the highest political figures of the land. The fictitious president has one of the best character names I've ever heard: Fitzgerald Thomas Grant. He is called Fitz by those close to him, and I can't help but be drawn to it, especially since there are so many names that could lead to the nickname. Let's take a look at the Fitzes!"
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Who should have the final say on a baby's name, the mother or the father? (Also, which name do you like better, Helen or Muriel?)
Clare's insight:
Blimey, I don't feel qualified to vote in the first poll: how sad that there was no middle ground possible.
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"I’ve written before about J.K. Rowling’s naming prowess. Her names from Harry Potter are legendary—Severus Snape, Remus Lupin and the like are perfect names that say something about the character before they even speak! And even in Casual Vacancy, her first “grownup” book, she had some good ones."
Clare's insight:
Good name - though I can't help thinking "Two boys have been found rubbing linseed oil into the school cormorant."
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Part-nature name, part-goddess, with a steady history of use and vintage feel, Flora could make for a distinctive choice for a daughter in 2013.
Clare's insight:
Definitely a "why not?" name in the US, I think.
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I was thrilled that Brittany shared her great-grandmother’s unusual name. Here is how Brittany remembers her great-grandmother Ocie: My great-grandmother's name was Ocie (OH-see). I never knew her,...
Clare's insight:
What an interesting name, story, and woman.
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Expert advice about pregnancy, your life, and family time from the editors of Parents magazine.
Clare's insight:
Could any of these catch on with a bit more exposure? I have a soft spot for Katrina.
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There are hundreds of classic baby names, and then there are the most classic names, those that have endured over the centuries. These names of ancient royalty and modern celebrities will stand any baby in good stead.
Clare's insight:
There are also interesting debates going on in the comments about the names that were, and were not, included.
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NRL player Dylan Farrell, and his partner Hayley Mundy [pictured], welcomed their son Derain about a week ago. Derain Farrell joins big sister Leilani, aged 3. Derain is a place in New South Wales,...
Clare's insight:
Welcome to Derain, brother to Leilani; Audrey, sister to Maya; and Chandon, brother to Alaqua and Mataeo!
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To the best of our knowledge, these are all names of real, living people.
Clare's insight:
So, er, here are those entertaining Name of the Year names. Mystifyingly intriguing.
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"This year (if Scandal star Dan Bucatinsky’s slip was correct) she picked another unusual and literary name for her youngest child, apparently a girl named Beckett."
Clare's insight:
If it's true, you can see the appeal: like a fresher version of Becky.
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Channing ("White House Down") Tatum and wife Jenna Dewan-Tatum named their baby girl Everly Elizabeth Maiselle Tatum back in May. The only reason I'm writing about it now is because it's so rare to...
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Lista de nomes preferidos começados por G.
Clare's insight:
Gil, Gaspar, and eight other galumphing great names.
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" This sun sign ends today giving way to Libra. Virgo is a zodiac sign associated with maidens and virgins, so for once we have a sign that leans towards girls names."
Clare's insight:
A fascinating list, from Cora to Mary to Virildis.
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Hope writes: I'm about 3 1/2 weeks for my due date and we've pretty much nailed down a name, but I'm still apprehensive. The name is Grace Louise. I love it, I do. In my head I think of her as Grac...
Clare's insight:
Feeling positive about the virtues!
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Actress Brooke Harman, and her husband, director Jeffrey Walker, welcomed their first child on June 24, and have named their son Boston Scott. Boston Walker was born at 10.38 pm, and weighed 3.6 kg...
Clare's insight:
Welcome, Boston!
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WE'VE all heard the unusual names that celebrities have called their children from Apple to Sunday and most recently North West.
Clare's insight:
Some interesting name-spotting from Australia, from Cassius and Sapphire to De ja Vu and Twinkle.
Kara @ The Art of Naming's curator insight,
September 23, 2013 1:58 PM
When spell check can no longer keep up and autocorrect makes everything a nightmare, it may be time for a baby naming intervention. If only such a thing was possible.
Kara @ The Art of Naming's comment,
September 23, 2013 2:11 PM
I see nothing wrong with Cassius, Romaine and Marquis. But the majority of the list is terrible.
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Something a little different, as Stephanie plays a naming game (with lots of rounds).