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August 23, 2013 10:49 AM
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Jenna Wolfe and Stephanie Gosk Welcome Daughter Harper Estelle | People.com

Jenna Wolfe and Stephanie Gosk Welcome Daughter Harper Estelle | People.com | Name News | Scoop.it
The TODAY anchor made an extra special appearance on this morning's show via Skype where she introduced her little lady.
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August 23, 2013 10:41 AM
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Interesting Baby Names 8/22/2013

Ethaniel

Avaiya

Jordyn

Matix

Nyomi

Gage

Ryleigh

Kadee Lynn

Jase

Caysen

Zamorah

Kailah

Tehya

Arianna Sage

Zephyr Keith

Ashlyn Deborah

Fritzi Mint

Kaevian Xzayvier

Brek Harrison

Taylur

Storm Neva

 

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August 22, 2013 6:39 PM
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Hyphen Names 2012 - British Baby Names

Hyphen Names 2012 - British Baby Names | Name News | Scoop.it
Not only does the hyphenated-name trend in Britain look set to run and run, it is also becoming more prolific.
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Once again, the counting and analysis is much appreciated, and do be sure to follow the link at the bottom to the full list, where one may find Pixie-Belle, Mia-Mai, Ruben-James, and more.

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August 22, 2013 6:30 PM
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The Most British and Most American Baby Names, Revisited

""That is such a British name!" "That is such an American name!"

Depending on your nationality, one of those statements will probably be much more evocative than the other. We tend to have more neatly defined mental images of other cultures than of our own."

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Spot on with Jenson: a clear stand-out near the top of the charts here, and almost certainly wouldn't be there if it weren't for Mr Button.

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August 22, 2013 6:49 PM
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After Jules and Rose, what names for the next set of twins? = Après Jules et Rose, quels prénoms pour les prochains jumeaux d'Elodie Gossuin ? - JolisPrénoms.fr

Décidément, l’ancienne Miss France Élodie Gossuin voit double ! Déjà maman de Jules et Rose, des jumeaux nés il y a six ans, la jeune femme est une fois de plus enceinte de jumeaux.
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Un grand merci to Nameberry for pointing out this French name blog.  The most recent post discusses possible names for a second set of twins (sacré bleu!) which a former Miss France is expecting.  I look forward to reading future posts.

 

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August 22, 2013 6:19 PM
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Baby Boy Plate: Jace?

Baby Boy Plate: Jace? | Name News | Scoop.it
Tawny writes: My husband and I are expecting our first child A BOY on 1/3/14. To date we have lost 3 babies so in reality this baby may be our only child. My name is Tawny and my husband is Jeremy ...
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I don't know: the more I say "Jace Plate", the more I quite like it.  It's a bit ridiculously charming, like Amy Pond.

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August 22, 2013 6:14 PM
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Most popular names in Switzerland 2012 = Nomes e mais nomes: Nomes populares na Suíça em 2012

Most popular names in Switzerland 2012 = Nomes e mais nomes: Nomes populares na Suíça em 2012 | Name News | Scoop.it
Lista dos nomes mais populares na Suíça, durante o ano de 2012.
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Spreading the European love, here we have even longer lists (top 50) for the three main languages of Switzerland, plus (hooray!) the top 16 boys' names and top 9 girls' names in Romantsch-speaking areas.  Enjoy.

 

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August 22, 2013 6:00 PM
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Alabama's most popular baby names: Search the complete database

Have you ever wondered just how many people you share a name with? Here's something that can help: A database of baby names used from 1910 to 2012.
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August 22, 2013 9:54 AM
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Bewitching Names: Name Round Up: Inspired by Leo

Bewitching Names: Name Round Up: Inspired by Leo | Name News | Scoop.it

"Leo is probably the most well used of all the astrological names, but it still might not be in everyone's taste. Thankfully, given the lion's popularity there are lots and lots of alternatives."

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August 22, 2013 9:38 AM
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Thebe: Baby Name of the Day - Appellation Mountain

She's a rarity borrowed from myth. If we're naming our daughters Chloe, Zoe, and Phoebe, why not the ever-so-rare Thebe?
Clare's insight:

I do like a good "th" myself.

Are you a lover of Greek names?  To see more, just filter this page by the tag "greek" (and then by further tags if so desired).

 

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August 22, 2013 9:30 AM
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Biggest Popularity Jumps of All Time - Girl Names - Nancy's Baby Names

Biggest Popularity Jumps of All Time - Girl Names - Nancy's Baby Names | Name News | Scoop.it
Which baby girl names have seen the biggest single-year popularity increases ever (since 1880)? Here's the list!
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Interesting story behind Linda, which jumped so much it makes the list twice for consecutive years.

 

Formore on #2, Shirley, see http://www.babynamewizard.com/archives/2013/6/celebrity-baby-name-faceoff-shirley-vs-the-world

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August 22, 2013 9:26 AM
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Brussels Prevents Israeli Couple From Naming Baby “Jerusalem” | JONATHAN TURLEY

Brussels Prevents Israeli Couple From Naming Baby “Jerusalem” | JONATHAN TURLEY. I'm sending this article to you because I found it interesting that famed legal scholar and political pundit, Jonath...
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August 22, 2013 9:18 AM
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Interesting Baby Names 8/21/2013

Ryder Lee

Owen AlexAnder

Ronan Henry

Blayne Lester

Shyla

Brynlie Jewel

Titus Kade

Luvia Jo

Willow Rae

Sapphire Dawn

Shaydon Franklin

Lyric Marie

Jaela Elizabeth

Lexie Joy

Jaxon Colt

Stormy Lynn

Menolly Grace

Zeus Alexander

Zelner Hobbs

Karis Katherine

Gid Patrick

Houston Danny Floyd

Abelson Paepaeoalii Eucharist

Jaxyn

 

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August 23, 2013 10:44 AM
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Over 100 variant spellings of Caitlin = Caitlin en meer dan 100 varianten - Voornamelijk ♥ alles over voornamen

Over 100 variant spellings of Caitlin = Caitlin en meer dan 100 varianten - Voornamelijk ♥ alles over voornamen | Name News | Scoop.it
Dat Kate en Lynn populaire namen zijn, is wel duidelijk, maar van Caitlin wist ik dat eigenlijk niet.
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From Kathleen to Cattelijne, if you feel that variations on a theme of Caitlin have been missing from your life, fret no longer.  (NB I realise that not all of them are derived from Caitlin itself.)

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August 23, 2013 10:40 AM
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The Strangest Names In American Political History : Melkeor United States Kjorlaug (1887-1967)

The Strangest Names In American Political History : Melkeor United States Kjorlaug (1887-1967) | Name News | Scoop.it

"While he may not be the first politician profiled here with "United States" as a middle name (see Nephi United States Centennial Jensen's article) Mr. Kjorlaug parlayed a successful career as an attorney in Massachusetts, Minnesota and Texas into a political career, being a three-time Republican aspirant for the U.S. House of Representatives. "

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August 22, 2013 6:42 PM
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The Art of Naming: Mom-To-Mom: What Would You Name This Child?

The Art of Naming: Mom-To-Mom: What Would You Name This Child? | Name News | Scoop.it
Baby Naming Dilemma! What would you suggest?
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Winifred?  Wilmot?  Wallis?  Pascale?  Parnel?  Petal?  Primrose?

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August 22, 2013 6:24 PM
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Baby Name Pondering: Audra

Baby Name Pondering: Audra | Name News | Scoop.it

" Judging by the US SSA list, "Au" names for girls have never been hotter. Whether you're a fan of the stylish Audrey, the warm Aubrey, the classical Aurelia or the natural Autumn, chances are there's an Au name on most people's favourites list."

 

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August 22, 2013 6:22 PM
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KIP PETER (Minnesota)

KIP PETER (Minnesota) | Name News | Scoop.it
  Aceson Michael Amelia Rosalba Aria Susan August Julian Beckham Joshua Brandon Marlow Camille Leona Clay Nelson Cyrus Shepherd Benjamin Dorian Grace Eh Marler Elsa Josephine Catalina Esme Dan...
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And Eh Marler, Patience Carol, and more.

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August 22, 2013 6:15 PM
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S My Name is Sophie: Nicknames for Francesca

" Francesca is a lovely name, but she can be kind of a mouthful. If your Francesca needs a spunky nickname, the master list is right here."

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Great list, and I've known a few by the name of Chez and Chezzie, too.

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August 22, 2013 6:07 PM
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13 Great Baby Names with Horrible Nicknames

13 Great Baby Names with Horrible Nicknames | Name News | Scoop.it
What do you do about great baby names with horrible nicknames? Here are 13 names ruined by their nicknames!
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I don't think any of these nicknames are awful or indeed horrible.  Some are a bit retro and some are vocab words (well, actually I could live without Randy...but I don't really mind Dick).  Anyhow, see what you think.

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August 22, 2013 12:23 PM
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Mateo Marwin Anton Lewin Jonas Leon Lena Kiara...

Mateo Marwin Anton Lewin Jonas Leon Lena Kiara... | Name News | Scoop.it
Mateo Marwin
Anton Lewin
Jonas Leon
Lena Kiara
Simon Luca
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It took a moment of staring before the penny dropped and I realised that Marwin is pronounced like Marvin.

As always, ignore the website's strapline and any negative comments on the posts.  All names are interesting!

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August 22, 2013 9:42 AM
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Does Pottery Barn Predict The Next Names? Part 4 - Conclusion

Does Pottery Barn Predict The Next Names? Part 4 - Conclusion | Name News | Scoop.it
This is the last part of our series examining whether the names on the personalized items in the Pottery Barn catalogs are really fashion-forward names, as the theory suggests. Each part of the ser...
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Do read Angela's fascinating (and myth-busting) conclusion...and remember to vote in the poll at the bottom.

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August 22, 2013 9:35 AM
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Neil Gaiman Names: It’s not just Coraline – Baby Name Blog - Nameberry

Neil Gaiman Names: It’s not just Coraline – Baby Name Blog - Nameberry | Name News | Scoop.it
Many people associate Neil Gaiman with the character name Coraline, but there are myriad others in his vast oeuvre, such as Yvaine, Japeth, Azazel and Auberon. - baby names
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August 22, 2013 9:27 AM
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Celebrity Baby Names: Today Show’s Jenna Wolfe’s New Daughter | In Name Only

Celebrity Baby Names: Today Show’s Jenna Wolfe’s New Daughter | In Name Only | Name News | Scoop.it
Expert advice about pregnancy, your life, and family time from the editors of Parents magazine.
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Welcome, Harper!

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August 22, 2013 9:25 AM
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Baby Names! Jude, Sawyer, Faith, Mila

I'm back with more baby names! Leave your name requests and questions below :) My other channel: http://www.youtube.com/anastasiarubyfamily My instagram: ana...
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All these names, plus thoughts on Sarai and Asira, and nicknames for Ophelia.

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