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April 26, 2013 12:31 PM
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'Tom and I are completely overjoyed': Peaches Geldof gives birth to second son Phaedra...

'Tom and I are completely overjoyed': Peaches Geldof gives birth to second son Phaedra... | Name News | Scoop.it
The 24-year-old socialite and her rocker husband Thomas Cohen welcomed their second son into the world on Wednesday.
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Welcome, master Phaedra!

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April 26, 2013 11:19 AM
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Best Boys’ Storybook Names: Beyond Christopher Robin and Max

Best Boys’ Storybook Names: Beyond Christopher Robin and Max | Name News | Scoop.it
Best baby names for boys from children's storybooks
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April 25, 2013 4:44 PM
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Daniel: Baby Name of the Day - Appellation Mountain

Daniel: Baby Name of the Day - Appellation Mountain | Name News | Scoop.it
Oh Danny Boy, from the Bible to modern music, you're a hard-to-resist classic. Our Baby Name of the Day is Daniel.
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She's not lion, it's a great name.  Also, an interesting bit of trivia about the song 'Danny Boy'.

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April 24, 2013 6:39 AM
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Hezekiah: Baby Name of the Day - Appellation Mountain

Hezekiah: Baby Name of the Day - Appellation Mountain | Name News | Scoop.it
He's a quirky, clunky borrowing from the Old Testament, but with great nickname potential, Hezekiah is finding favor with more parents than ever.
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April 24, 2013 6:36 AM
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Ren's Baby Name Blog: "Rare" Names: I Boy Names

Ren's Baby Name Blog: "Rare" Names: I Boy Names | Name News | Scoop.it
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Just three male I-names stand out for Ren.  I'd add some handsome Welsh ones like Ifan, Ioan, and Iolo.

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April 23, 2013 6:44 AM
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NameFreak!: A Case for the Letter: M - Boys

NameFreak!: A Case for the Letter: M - Boys | Name News | Scoop.it
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Some interesting stuff here - I didn't realise (though probably should have) Manuel and Martin were so consistently high, and didn't realsie Merle was popular as a male name.

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April 22, 2013 11:18 AM
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Celebrity Baby News: Jessie White and John Hardy

Celebrity Baby News: Jessie White and John Hardy | Name News | Scoop.it
Fashion designer Jessie White, and her partner John Hardy, welcomed their son Phoenix on April 9. Phoenix Hardy joins big brother Bowie, nearly 3.Jessie owns her own fashion label, Shakuhachi, and ...
Clare's insight:

Welcome, master Phoenix.

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April 21, 2013 2:19 PM
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Baby Name Pondering: Braith

Baby Name Pondering: Braith | Name News | Scoop.it
Baby Name Braith
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A name with mysterious origins (Celtic or Scandinavian?  Surname or place name?) that's suddenly cropped up in Australia, perhaps thanks to this rugby player.

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April 21, 2013 5:03 AM
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Sibling Spotlight for Ezra - British Baby Names

Sibling Spotlight for Ezra - British Baby Names | Name News | Scoop.it
Below is a selection of British siblings with Ezra, from the last century to modern times. The year relates to the decade of birth for that set.
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I'm enjoying reading this list.  Interesting to see some sibling names popping up repeatedly.  Some of my favourite sets are Ethan Red and Ezra Indigo, and Dolores, Albertine, Lilac, and Ezra.

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April 19, 2013 10:11 AM
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Baby Name Battle - Alan, Aaron, Adam, Ashley, Andrew, Austin - Nancy's Baby Names

Which boy name do you like best: Alan, Aaron, Adam, Ashley, Andrew or Austin?
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April 19, 2013 7:35 AM
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We have a winner of the March Madness naming...

We have a winner of the March Madness naming... | Name News | Scoop.it
We have a winner of the March Madness naming contest! Drumroll please…Time to meet: SEVERUS DANGER Quite the name for this little guy. Congratulations to Severus and his parents! You are now armed...
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Congratulations, Severus!

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April 18, 2013 4:52 AM
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Biblical Baby Names: Why Noah now?

Biblical Baby Names: Why Noah now? | Name News | Scoop.it

It seems that just about every few decades since the 1940’s, one Old Testament patriarch name has entered the popularity list’s Top 5, some lingering longer than others.

 

 

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April 26, 2013 12:25 PM
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Baby Naming Issue: Is it Odd to Use the Name Ari if Not Jewish?

Baby Naming Issue: Is it Odd to Use the Name Ari if Not Jewish? | Name News | Scoop.it
L. writes: I have a specific question I was hoping you and your readers could help me out with. Perhaps a poll? My husband and I both really like the name Ari and want to use it for our baby boy du...
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April 26, 2013 5:58 AM
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Hello, My Name is: PABST Today is a momentous day...

Hello, My Name is: PABST Today is a momentous day... | Name News | Scoop.it
Hello, My Name is: PABST Today is a momentous day in the history of the HELLO, MY NAME IS PABST blog. And that is because we have a submission for a real kiddo living right here in the U S of A...
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Well hello, real-life Pabst!

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April 25, 2013 4:27 PM
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In other news

Just wanted to share that an aquaintance in the world of Celtic studies recently had a son named Aidan.  Over the moon!

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April 24, 2013 6:37 AM
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Baby Boy H0ward, Brother to Justice

Baby Boy H0ward, Brother to Justice | Name News | Scoop.it
Adrienne writes: Hi Swistle! We really need some help! Our second baby boy is due July 3rd, and we have no idea what his name is! Our last name is H0ward, and older brother is named Justice. We obv...
Clare's insight:

How do you pack a punch like Justice without being too themey?

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April 23, 2013 6:22 PM
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Cael: Baby Name of the Day - Appellation Mountain

Cael: Baby Name of the Day - Appellation Mountain | Name News | Scoop.it
He's an Irish warrior and a leafy green vegetable. And he's a popular baby name, too. Cael - and Cale and Kale - are on the rise on 2013.
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April 23, 2013 6:45 AM
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New Baby Alert: It's a Boy for Malin Akerman | NameCandy

New Baby Alert: It's a Boy for Malin Akerman | NameCandy | Name News | Scoop.it
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Reflections on the appeal of Sebastian in a multilingual family.

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April 22, 2013 11:21 AM
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Celebrity Baby News: Livinia Nixon and Alistair Jack

Celebrity Baby News: Livinia Nixon and Alistair Jack | Name News | Scoop.it
Television presenter Livinia Nixon, and her husband Alistair Jack, welcomed their son Ted on April 8. Ted Jack joins big brother Henry, aged 3. Livinia has been a popular presenter on Channel Nine ...
Clare's insight:

Welcome, Ted - and don't forget to have your say in the poll.

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April 22, 2013 11:01 AM
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Name of the Week - British Baby Names

Name of the Week - British Baby Names | Name News | Scoop.it
"Some talk of Alexander, and some of Hercules, Of Hector and Lysander, and such great names as these." (The British Grenadiers) Origin: Hector is the Latin spelling of the Ancient Greek name Hektor, traditionally given to the heroic warrior of Troy...
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Two Greek spotlights in a row - I can't help thinking there must be plenty of siblings somewhere called Hector and Sophia.

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April 21, 2013 5:04 AM
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Boys Names Which Rose in Popularity in 2012

Boys Names Which Rose in Popularity in 2012 | Name News | Scoop.it
These are the boys' names which became markedly more popular last year. I think the list lacks the depth of the one for girls, with far less diversity. There is only one classic name for boys, and ...
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April 21, 2013 4:57 AM
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Name Updates!

Name Updates! | Name News | Scoop.it
Update on Baby Girl or Boy Kenya-with-a-B, Sibling to Blaze! Update (and photo!) on Baby Twin Boys Mattke: Milo and Oliver? Update (and photo!) on Baby Boy Oldman: Should They Use an Outlier Name f...
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Welcome to 5 boys!

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April 19, 2013 10:06 AM
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Geek Baby Names: Gallifrey

Geek Baby Names: Gallifrey | Name News | Scoop.it
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As Clare (not me!) says, perhaps a middle name for Dr Who fans?

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April 18, 2013 11:11 AM
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Carsten: Baby Name of the Day - Appellation Mountain

Carsten: Baby Name of the Day - Appellation Mountain | Name News | Scoop.it
Carsten sounds nouveau, but his history is rich. If you're looking for something that stands out while fitting in, here's one to consider.
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