Looking for tips on how to chose your baby's name? Here are some things to keep in mind when looking at baby names.
Think about the meaning.
To many, the meaning of the name is very important.
Make sure to do some research - there are many resources on the internet to search for baby name meanings.
You may just wind up basing your decision on the meaning.
Consider a unique or uncommon name.
Do you want your child to stand out on a list of names? Or how about something that is uncommon but not too exotic? If you're bored of common names, try looking into something different.
Remember, you don't need to go as far as "Apple" to be unique.
If you're looking at a unique name, be sure to consider the implications for your child.
Will he or she be made fun of for such a rare name? The best tip is to find a name that is unique enough that you don't hear it everyday, but not so exotic that it will draw negative attention.
What will the nickname be? Whether you like it or not, your child will most likely develop a nickname.
So, take some control.
Be sure to research the shortened versions of the name you like.
If you don't like any of the shortened versions, consider a different name.
The best advice is to not only chose a name for your child, but chose a nickname or shortened version as well.
Otherwise, classmates, friends and family members will chose for you.
If you love the name Samantha for your daughter, expect that she will be called Sam.
If you would rather people call her Sammie for short, then start the trend early.
What about family names? Many cultures and religions suggest that a new baby should be named after either a living or passed relative.
Is this important to you? Maybe you would like to incorporate your grandmother's name - or even first initial - to keep a memory alive.
This also makes for a great answer when you're child asks you how he or she was named.
Don't overdo the length.
If you have a long or two-name surname, consider the length of your chosen name and middle name.
You may want to stick to a one-syllable middle name in this case so that your child's name doesn't become a mouthful.
Think about the times when you have to use your full name - filling out forms, banking and other important information and documentation.
Will she run out of space just writing her name? Look at the popular baby names.
If you're really stuck and want to see what other people are going with, check out the most popular baby names.
You may be inspired! Use the Social Security Administration website to see what names were most popular in what year.
You can even search a name to see it's popularity ranking.
Think about the meaning.
To many, the meaning of the name is very important.
Make sure to do some research - there are many resources on the internet to search for baby name meanings.
You may just wind up basing your decision on the meaning.
Consider a unique or uncommon name.
Do you want your child to stand out on a list of names? Or how about something that is uncommon but not too exotic? If you're bored of common names, try looking into something different.
Remember, you don't need to go as far as "Apple" to be unique.
If you're looking at a unique name, be sure to consider the implications for your child.
Will he or she be made fun of for such a rare name? The best tip is to find a name that is unique enough that you don't hear it everyday, but not so exotic that it will draw negative attention.
What will the nickname be? Whether you like it or not, your child will most likely develop a nickname.
So, take some control.
Be sure to research the shortened versions of the name you like.
If you don't like any of the shortened versions, consider a different name.
The best advice is to not only chose a name for your child, but chose a nickname or shortened version as well.
Otherwise, classmates, friends and family members will chose for you.
If you love the name Samantha for your daughter, expect that she will be called Sam.
If you would rather people call her Sammie for short, then start the trend early.
What about family names? Many cultures and religions suggest that a new baby should be named after either a living or passed relative.
Is this important to you? Maybe you would like to incorporate your grandmother's name - or even first initial - to keep a memory alive.
This also makes for a great answer when you're child asks you how he or she was named.
Don't overdo the length.
If you have a long or two-name surname, consider the length of your chosen name and middle name.
You may want to stick to a one-syllable middle name in this case so that your child's name doesn't become a mouthful.
Think about the times when you have to use your full name - filling out forms, banking and other important information and documentation.
Will she run out of space just writing her name? Look at the popular baby names.
If you're really stuck and want to see what other people are going with, check out the most popular baby names.
You may be inspired! Use the Social Security Administration website to see what names were most popular in what year.
You can even search a name to see it's popularity ranking.
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