{"product_id":"10000-names-for-your-baby-isbn-9780440223368","title":"10,000 Names for Your Baby","description":"Bigger and better than ever, this comprehensive reference provides all the information parents need to choose the best name for their baby. Packed with thousands of new choices and the latest findings on how our names can affect our personal and professional lives, this book makes finding the perfect name easier than ever. Discover:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePlace names: Jamaica, Dakota, Sierra\u003cbr\u003eSurnames for first names: Madison, Harper, Taylor\u003cbr\u003eNames from nature: Lark, Pearl, Sage\u003cbr\u003eNames from mythology: Daphne, Thea, Gareth\u003cbr\u003e10 issues to consider before naming a baby\u003cbr\u003eConcise overview of the most popular name categories\u003cbr\u003eCompletely revised horoscopes to predict a baby's talents and tendencies\u003cbr\u003eAnd much more!INTRODUCTION\u003cbr\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e How We Choose Names\u003cbr\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e Parents-to-be may be overwhelmed by the responsibility of naming their baby. It is, after all, their first formal act as parents, and subject to the scrutiny of family, friends, and community. A name can proclaim parents’ hopes for their child and how they define themselves as a family. Your personal, religious, and cultural identity can be measured, in part, by the name you give your child. Understanding the importance of the task before them, many parents feel overwhelmed because in our culture there are no guidelines and few traditions concerning the naming of babies. What has been described as your first gift to your child is a personal choice, and is often decided in what may seem to be an arbitrary manner.\u003cbr\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e Despite the private nature of your decision, you will undoubtedly be subjected to many opinions along the way. Even before Aunt Edna (or another relative) puts in her two cents, you will probably encounter some material on the subject. Popular baby-name books abound. Most are references of a general sort; however, there are also books that recommend celebrity names, names of soap opera characters, and names scientifically measured for professional and personal success. One best-selling book defines every possible subgroup of names, which are cleverly headed and classified according to style. Parents can choose, in menu fashion, which style they aspire to. Most recent on the market is a board game devised for selecting a name, step-by-step.\u003cbr\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e While a good baby-name reference (like the one you have in your hands) can help guide you in your quest, your final choice remains a personal one. Does the name sound pleasing? Is it meaningful? Does it honor your family? Only you can make these decisions for yourself and your child. So relax, trust your instincts, and savor the joyful process of discovering your child’s name.\u003cbr\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e What’s in a Name?\u003cbr\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e For years psychologists have speculated that a person’s first name can somehow influence his or her life. Here are some recent findings on the significance of names.\u003cbr\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e Feminine Names: A widely published British study seemed to confirm that girls with feminine names like Lucy and Rose did indeed have more girlish personalities. However, this result may have had more to do with the traditional parents who named them. Another study on women with masculine names (Dean, Randy, etc.) revealed that they were no more likely to be unfeminine than women named Deborah or Elizabeth. Yet another study compares the relationship between women’s names and corporate hiring. It contends that, at least in white-collar circles, there is prejudice against sexy names—in other words, a Crystal may be passed over for promotion in favor of an Amanda.\u003cbr\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e Children and Their Names: New research in this area has debunked a widely accepted theory that academic achievement and “social competence” are linked to the popularity of a child’s name—in other words, that Ashley and Michael would have more friends and be more favorably graded by teachers than their less popularly named peers, such as Agnes and Myron. The researchers concluded that names were “not at all related” to success in these areas. They also found that, in relationships, a person’s name is not an important issue once you get to know him or her well, at which point other characteristics become more influential.\u003cbr\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e Unusual Names: Several older studies have led us to believe that people with unusual names are more likely to be unpopular or to even show signs of psychosis. More recent research, however, seems to indicate that on written personality tests, unusually named people have the same kinds of personalities as more conventionally named ones. The psychologists who conducted the study stated, “Neither men nor women appear to be at a psychological disadvantage as a result of having an unusual or sexually ambiguous name.” Clearly, more research is indicated in this area—particularly the examination of parents who give their children unusual names.\u003cbr\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e Some Popular Categories of Names\u003cbr\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e While this book does not promote baby-naming trends, there are specific name types that might be of interest to list here. At any rate, it might aid your decision-making process by helping you to think in terms of categories of names.\u003cbr\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e Ethnic Names: Perhaps the most striking aspect of baby naming today is the growing popularity of ethnic names. Many of these names, once considered rare or very unusual, are commonly heard in playgrounds across the country and regularly appear in popular baby-name books.\u003cbr\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e In an atmosphere of increased ethnic awareness, many families are making their own very strong, personal statement by giving their children names that proclaim their ethnic and cultural identity. Multiculturalism is not just a passing issue, but an indicator of the changing face of America; recent demographics estimate that minorities will constitute half of the total U.S. population by the year 2050.\u003cbr\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e A related phenomenon is the rise in interracial families, which has also impacted baby naming. The dual ethnicity of this generation is expressed in their colorful names: Tamika O’Shawnessy (African-American\/Irish); Keiji Drysdale (Scottish\/Japanese American); Pontius Sun Jung (Korean\/Mexican\/Irish\/Chinese). Many baby-name books, including the previous edition of this one, actually warn against combining names of different ethnic groups or cultures. However, contemporary families are defying this outdated notion in increasing numbers.\u003cbr\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e Foreign-language names are not solely reserved for children of those ethnic groups. Many of these beautiful names are adopted cross-culturally, particularly Hawaiian names, some of which are used so often that they are approaching classic status.\u003cbr\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e You will find ethnic names scattered throughout this updated edition—there are far too many to list all of them here. If you would like to further your research, there are now available several references devoted to personal names of specific ethnic groups and cultures. Check your local library or bookseller.\u003cbr\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e Place Names: This is a rich group of names, including both proper names (Boston, India) and descriptive terms (Clifford, Dale). The following list is only a small sampling of possibilities. You can choose the name of a place significant to you, a hometown or state, a foreign place name or term reflecting your ancestral roots, the baby’s birthplace, or even the place where she or he was conceived. Of course, you may also choose a place name simply because it sounds pleasant to you and has a nice meaning. We know of a couple who did just that, plucking a faraway place name from an atlas and bestowing it on their daughter, who, as far as we know, is still pleased with her unique, melodic name.\u003cbr\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e Girls\u003cbr\u003e Arcadia\u003cbr\u003e Asia\u003cbr\u003e Boston\u003cbr\u003e Caledonia\u003cbr\u003e Catalina\u003cbr\u003e China\u003cbr\u003e Dakota\u003cbr\u003e Elysia\u003cbr\u003e Florida\u003cbr\u003e Glenna\u003cbr\u003e Hadley\u003cbr\u003e India\u003cbr\u003e lona\u003cbr\u003e Jamaica\u003cbr\u003e Jordan\u003cbr\u003e Juniata\u003cbr\u003e Kenya\u003cbr\u003e Kiona\u003cbr\u003e Kyle\u003cbr\u003e Lourdes\u003cbr\u003e Montana\u003cbr\u003e Nara\u003cbr\u003e Nevada\u003cbr\u003e Nila\u003cbr\u003e Oceania\u003cbr\u003e Paris\u003cbr\u003e Savannah\u003cbr\u003e Sevilla\u003cbr\u003e Shannon\u003cbr\u003e Sienna\u003cbr\u003e Tara\u003cbr\u003e Tiberia\u003cbr\u003e Tosca\u003cbr\u003e Whitney\u003cbr\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e Boys\u003cbr\u003e Brendan\u003cbr\u003e Brett\u003cbr\u003e Cashel\u003cbr\u003e Clifford\u003cbr\u003e Clyde\u003cbr\u003e Dakota\u003cbr\u003e Dale\u003cbr\u003e Dallas\u003cbr\u003e Dean\u003cbr\u003e Denholm\u003cbr\u003e Denver\u003cbr\u003e Granville\u003cbr\u003e Haden\u003cbr\u003e Holland\u003cbr\u003e Hudson\u003cbr\u003e Jordan\u003cbr\u003e Keith\u003cbr\u003e Kent\u003cbr\u003e Kyle\u003cbr\u003e Lane\u003cbr\u003e Lincoln\u003cbr\u003e Marsden\u003cbr\u003e Mead\u003cbr\u003e Montana\u003cbr\u003e Morgan\u003cbr\u003e Nash\u003cbr\u003e Nazareth\u003cbr\u003e Ogden\u003cbr\u003e Ralston\u003cbr\u003e Ramsey\u003cbr\u003e Roman\u003cbr\u003e Shannon\u003cbr\u003e Stanford\u003cbr\u003e Tyrone\u003cbr\u003e Wesley\u003cbr\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e Surnames: Surnames or family names were traditionally used for boys’ first names, but today they are popular choices for both sexes. Parents may choose to honor the mother’s family by selecting her family name as a first or middle name.\u003cbr\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e Below is a brief listing of the more popular surnames that can serve as first names for either sex. Family sources can help you in researching your own name, or you can check the reference section of the library, where you should find several volumes on surnames, their origin and meaning.\u003cbr\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e Blake\u003cbr\u003e Campbell\u003cbr\u003e Carson\u003cbr\u003e Carter\u003cbr\u003e Cassidy\u003cbr\u003e Chaney\u003cbr\u003e Chapin\u003cbr\u003e Grayson\u003cbr\u003e Harper\u003cbr\u003e Kelly\u003cbr\u003e MacKenzie\u003cbr\u003e Madison\u003cbr\u003e Miller\u003cbr\u003e Palmer\u003cbr\u003e Parker\u003cbr\u003e Payton\/Peyton\u003cbr\u003e Potter\u003cbr\u003e Quinn\u003cbr\u003e Reed\u003cbr\u003e Riley\u003cbr\u003e Sawyer\u003cbr\u003e Shelby\u003cbr\u003e Sheridan\u003cbr\u003e Taylor\u003cbr\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e Names from Nature: At first glance, these names may have a “back-to-nature,” retro-seventies connotation for you. But examine the list and you will find many beautiful, melodic names, as well as many classics, such as Todd and Susan (meaning fox and lily, respectively), which you might not have thought of as nature names.\u003cbr\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e Girls\u003cbr\u003e Acacia\u003cbr\u003e Alyssa\u003cbr\u003e Amber\u003cbr\u003e Ayla\u003cbr\u003e Beryl\u003cbr\u003e Blossom\u003cbr\u003e Brooke\u003cbr\u003e Calandra\u003cbr\u003e Calla\u003cbr\u003e Columbia\u003cbr\u003e Concha\u003cbr\u003e Coral\u003cbr\u003e Doe\u003cbr\u003e Ebony\u003cbr\u003e Eirlys\u003cbr\u003e Gemma\u003cbr\u003e Hamelia\u003cbr\u003e Hana\u003cbr\u003e Ivie\/lvy\u003cbr\u003e Jade\u003cbr\u003e Kai\u003cbr\u003e Kleantha\u003cbr\u003e Lani\u003cbr\u003e Lark\u003cbr\u003e Laurel\u003cbr\u003e Leona\u003cbr\u003e Leotie\u003cbr\u003e Lian\u003cbr\u003e Linnea\u003cbr\u003e Luna\u003cbr\u003e Mahina\u003cbr\u003e Margaret\u003cbr\u003e Maris\u003cbr\u003e Marjani\u003cbr\u003e Mavis\u003cbr\u003e Morela\u003cbr\u003e Olivia\u003cbr\u003e Oprah\u003cbr\u003e Pala\u003cbr\u003e Paloma\u003cbr\u003e Pearl\u003cbr\u003e Rosalind\u003cbr\u003e Ruby\u003cbr\u003e Rue\u003cbr\u003e Susan\u003cbr\u003e Tabitha\u003cbr\u003e Ulma\u003cbr\u003e Violet\u003cbr\u003e Willow\u003cbr\u003e Wren\u003cbr\u003e Yuki\u003cbr\u003e Zipporah\u003cbr\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e Boys\u003cbr\u003e Alder\u003cbr\u003e Barend\/Berend\u003cbr\u003e Bertram\u003cbr\u003e Beryl\u003cbr\u003e Birch\u003cbr\u003e Brooks\u003cbr\u003e Buck\u003cbr\u003e Callum\/Colm\u003cbr\u003e Cedar\u003cbr\u003e Chayton\u003cbr\u003e Colt\u003cbr\u003e Corbin\u003cbr\u003e Eben\u003cbr\u003e Ferris\u003cbr\u003e Forrest\u003cbr\u003e Frazier\u003cbr\u003e Hart\u003cbr\u003e Hawthorne\u003cbr\u003e Herschel\u003cbr\u003e Hickory\u003cbr\u003e Jaafar\u003cbr\u003e Jasper\u003cbr\u003e Jay\u003cbr\u003e Kai\u003cbr\u003e Lark\u003cbr\u003e Leonard\u003cbr\u003e Marsh\u003cbr\u003e Merle\u003cbr\u003e Merlin\u003cbr\u003e Mesa\u003cbr\u003e Nevada\u003cbr\u003e Oren\u003cbr\u003e Orson\u003cbr\u003e Peregrine\u003cbr\u003e Raven\u003cbr\u003e Ravi\u003cbr\u003e Robin\u003cbr\u003e Sage\u003cbr\u003e Sierra\u003cbr\u003e Silas\/Silvano\u003cbr\u003e Sky\u003cbr\u003e Storm\u003cbr\u003e Todd\u003cbr\u003e Verne\/Vernon\u003cbr\u003e  ","brand":"Dell","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46303586877669,"sku":"NP9780440223368","price":7.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1842\/7735\/files\/9780440223368.jpg?v=1767720110","url":"https:\/\/k12savings.com\/es\/products\/10000-names-for-your-baby-isbn-9780440223368","provider":"K12savings","version":"1.0","type":"link"}