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We adore them, criticize them, and follow details of their personal lives with interest. And some of us go a step further and even name our children after them.   Naming children after celebrities is hardly new and the names of movie stars, sportsmen, and people in the news, have spawned generations of children with common names. This is because parents like to give … [Read more...] about Celebrity names

Naming a child can be tricky. While selecting names for their children, many parents simply pick names they like. Others however may be influenced, consciously or not, by popular trends. There is nothing wrong with this. However, being aware of such trends may help parents understand the reasons for their choice better. It may also help them discriminate between names that are … [Read more...] about Naming trends

You may have expended thought and consideration in selecting an appropriate name for your child. However, some things you could overlook may result in your child’s name ending up with an unintentional blooper attached to it.   Consider the following points while selecting your child’s name: Avoid names that lead to cruel nicknames: Accepted, kids will always be kids, … [Read more...] about Unexpected naming issues

While naming their children, parents often choose unusual baby names with an ethnic origin. This trend has gained popularity also in the US, a melting pot of people from various ethnicities living together. Unusual baby names such as Rosalie, Maxime, Kamal, or Galina no longer raise eyebrows. Not all parents necessarily choose unusual baby names from their own culture. They … [Read more...] about Giving your child an ethnic name