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July 23, 2013 10:53 AM
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It’s A Boy for Will and Kate | NameCandy

It’s A Boy for Will and Kate | NameCandy | Name News | Scoop.it

"The little prince has finally arrived. Reports around the web are saying that the Duchess of Cambridge and Prince William’s first child, a son, has arrived. We aren’t holding our breath for a name announcement."

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July 23, 2013 2:19 PM
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Striking Baby Names 7-23-2013

• Adlee
• Prestyn
• Mae’yen
• Kolt
• Braylin
• Leyah
• Onesti
• Hadleigh
• Mikenlee
• Kiyan
• Storee
• Jaxin
• Iker
• Reeve
• Brynlee
• Kayin
• Jayleigh
• Acelynn
• Kimberlyn

Jazmyn

Valeria

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July 22, 2013 5:43 PM
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ZEPHYR SARGE (Hawaii)

ZEPHYR SARGE (Hawaii) | Name News | Scoop.it
Addybell Wynter Amon Ikaika Awaiko Michael Braydon Anthony Shizuo Caleb Zensuke Kawelo Conner James KaiKane Ryu Dallas Kilakila Ellowyn Harumi Hali'imaile   Kekamaehuakahi'ilei (girl) Jake Nainoa J...
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And Kingston Kruze Kahekili, Kyle Kazuyoshi, and more.  I love the Hawaiian sightings.  Also, in keeping with Upswing Baby Names' guest post on Nameberry today about smoosh-names, Serenitymarie.

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July 22, 2013 5:37 PM
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NameFreak!: Ode to Catherine

NameFreak!: Ode to Catherine | Name News | Scoop.it

"With everyone waiting for the arrival of the royal baby, and the announcement of his/her name, I wanted to fill the meantime with thoughts on the name of the woman who is carrying the future king or queen... Catherine. Concentrating not so much on the background and meaning of the name, but on the popularity of its different spellings in the United States."

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July 22, 2013 5:31 PM
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Hello, My Name Is Pabst | HELLO, MY NAME IS: ODIN My family is super...

Hello, My Name Is Pabst | HELLO, MY NAME IS: ODIN My family is super... | Name News | Scoop.it
HELLO, MY NAME IS:
ODIN
My family is super Norske; they call my dad Ole and my mom stuffs her face with Lefse every chance she gets, so you know… I am definitely Norwegian. I can never get enough...
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Hi there, Odin!  (Or Ode-ster...love it.)

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July 22, 2013 5:28 PM
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The Baby Name Louvima (a 3-in-1 Royal Tribute) - Nancy's Baby Names

The baby name Louvima was inspired by the British royal family way back in the 1880s. Can you guess what it stands for?
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A fascinating three-for-one tribute.

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July 22, 2013 5:25 PM
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Domino: Baby Name of the Day - Appellation Mountain

Domino: Baby Name of the Day - Appellation Mountain | Name News | Scoop.it
She's a Bond girl, a bounty hunter, the title of more than one popular song. If girls can be Cleo, Willow, and Marlo, why not Domino?
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July 22, 2013 5:18 PM
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Ren's Baby Name Blog: "Rare" L Boy Names

Ren's Baby Name Blog: "Rare" L Boy Names | Name News | Scoop.it

"Happy Monday everyone! As usual I have another "rare" series for you. Unlike the last "rare" series this one isn't as long. I have to say that there are some pretty good names in this list. Read on to find out!"

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The lovely lowdown on L-names, from Leif to Lon to Leopold.

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July 22, 2013 5:14 PM
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Britten gokken op James en Alexandra (en op Chardonnay, Psy en North)

Britten gokken op James en Alexandra (en op Chardonnay, Psy en North) | Name News | Scoop.it
Volgens Britse gokkers gaat de baby van William en Kate James of Alexandra heten. Maar er zijn ook mensen die hun geld hebben ingezet op Chardonnay, Psy en... North.
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A run-down of the bookies' most popular royal names.  The odds on the female ones are likely to be much slimmer now.

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July 22, 2013 5:08 PM
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Guest Blogging News: Combo Names

Guest Blogging News: Combo Names | Name News | Scoop.it
A couple of years ago I wrote about combo names, and still find the subject inspiring. In the past couple of years, I have discovered new combo names and created some of my own. Creating your own c...
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And here's that post: http://nameberry.com/blog/combo-names-when-1-plus-1-equals-1

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July 22, 2013 5:04 PM
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Cool Name of the Week: Talia | In Name Only

I was touched by the story of Talia Castellano, a young girl who spent more than six years of her life battling two different kinds of cancer. You may have seen
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July 22, 2013 5:00 PM
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Now That Kate’s In Labor, the Big Question: Which Pre-Owned Royal Name Will They Pick?

Now that The Duchess of Cambridge has gone into labor, I’m nostalgic for the time (a few months ago) when Americans were wondering whether Kim and Kanye were unhinged enough to pick one of the name...
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You can't win.  Just when we thought that a traditional, historical name would make Mr Lansky happy, he knocks this style as "pre-owned"!  Moving swiftly on...

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July 22, 2013 4:54 PM
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Hillary Scott Welcomes Daughter Eisele Kaye | People.com

Hillary Scott Welcomes Daughter Eisele Kaye | People.com | Name News | Scoop.it
Born Monday, July 22 in Nashville, Eisele Kaye Tyrrell weighed 7 lbs., 13 oz...
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Welcome, Eisele!

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July 23, 2013 2:20 PM
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Striking Baby Names 7-23-2013

• Chaz
• Gavyn
• Miley
• Kenzie
• Aedynn
• Lakelyn
• Lyda
• Daxtyn
• Drusilla
• Vikter
• Luhkis
• Renesmee
• Liberty
• Lynnsi
• Talan

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July 23, 2013 10:51 AM
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A First Peek at Sara Rue's Daughter Talulah | NameCandy

A First Peek at Sara Rue's Daughter Talulah | NameCandy | Name News | Scoop.it

"TV's Sara Rue showed off her crocheting handiwork--and her new daughter!--in a picture she just shared on Twitter. "Check out this headband that I made… OH, and also meet Talulah!!" tweeted the actress, who co-starred in last year's Malibu Country alongside Reba McEntire."

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July 22, 2013 5:40 PM
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'Twas Ever Thus - British Baby Names

'Twas Ever Thus - British Baby Names | Name News | Scoop.it
There is an interesting poem entitled Ladies' Names which circulated several newspapers in the mid-19th century.
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Most diverting!

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July 22, 2013 5:35 PM
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The Art of Naming: The Royal Baby is Finally Here!

The Art of Naming: The Royal Baby is Finally Here! | Name News | Scoop.it
The Royal Baby is finally here!
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Huzzah!  To pick a little nit, England is part of the United Kingdom :-)  But anyway, certainly good news.

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July 22, 2013 5:30 PM
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Get Your Own Royal Baby Name | In Name Only

Get Your Own Royal Baby Name | In Name Only | Name News | Scoop.it
So the Duchess of Cambridge is (finally!) in labor, and it looks like we won't get the royal baby's name until she and Prince William head home with their new
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And again, for more of this, just search here by the tag "royalty / aristocracy".

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July 22, 2013 5:27 PM
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Instagram Baby Names Contest and Q&A!

The contest is easy! Nominate a baby aged 3 or under on instagram by leaving a comment with #yourbabynamecontest on their picture. (Make sure we know their f...
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This competition, plus suggestions for siblings for Emmanuelle; Jennifer and Jordan; Abel and Ever; Luna Violet; and French names.

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July 22, 2013 5:22 PM
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Baby Name Contest!

Baby Name Contest! | Name News | Scoop.it
Stephanie at YouTube.com/AnastasiaRuby and I are hosting a baby name contest on my Instagram! Check out her video on her channel and/or my Instagram for more details! Hurry, entries end this Friday...
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Do you have a clever device that can access Instagram?  Do you know a baby with a fabulous name?  Here's a competition for you: to enter, leave a comment on a relevant photo including #yourbabynamecontest

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July 22, 2013 5:16 PM
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My Girl’s New Girl Is Named Penelope | NameCandy

My Girl’s New Girl Is Named Penelope | NameCandy | Name News | Scoop.it

"Anna Chlumsky, Emmy nominated for her role on HBO’s "Veep" (but best-known for the 90s movie "My Girl") welcomed her own little girl on July 11."

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July 22, 2013 5:11 PM
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Combo Names: When 1 plus 1 equals 1 – Baby Name Blog - Nameberry

Combo Names: When 1 plus 1 equals 1 – Baby Name Blog - Nameberry | Name News | Scoop.it
Could Miabella be the next Annabella? Angela Mastrodonato of Upswing Baby Names sees a new wave of smoosh names sailing in. What do you think? - baby names
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The possibilities are endless, but they include Miabella, Zaralee, Ellarose, and more.

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July 22, 2013 5:06 PM
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Alice, George & Charlotte: At Home in Hollywood or Buckingham Palace – Baby Name Blog - Nameberry

Alice, George & Charlotte: At Home in Hollywood or Buckingham Palace – Baby Name Blog - Nameberry | Name News | Scoop.it
This week, Appellation Mountain's Abby Sandel shows us that, despite common misconceptions, British and Hollywood royalty are often on the same page: there are a number of celebrity parents who are choosing exactly the same classic names the royals...
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If you're looking for more royal naming stories, try filtering this page by the tag "royalty / aristocracy".  Job done.

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July 22, 2013 5:02 PM
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S My Name is Sophie...: Nicknames for Gabriella

S My Name is Sophie...: Nicknames for Gabriella | Name News | Scoop.it

"Gabriella is a sweet, sugary name for a little girl, but sometimes she's a little too much name. If you love Gabriella but want simpler version, here are some choices."

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Another lovely list.  It could even be a bit longer - Gabs?  Gigi?  Ria?  So many possibilities!

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July 22, 2013 4:56 PM
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Nomes e mais nomes: Filhos dos famosos brasileiros - Antônio

Nomes e mais nomes: Filhos dos famosos brasileiros - Antônio | Name News | Scoop.it

"Nasceu Antônio, o segundo filho da atriz Juliana Paes, que já era mãe de Pedro. E o pequenito da foto, tem cara de Pedro?"

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Welcome Antônio, brother to Pedro!

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