African-American Names for Boys and Girls


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A name is more than a combination of letters; it is a powerful identifier, a label that carries with it a sense of heritage, culture, and individuality. Each name has its own story and its unique melody that adds to the symphony of human existence. Choosing a name for your baby is not just about selecting a word; it's about creating a legacy, a moniker that will resonate through generations. In the pages that follow, we delve into the art and science of baby naming. This book is not merely a list of names but a journey through the rich tapestry of linguistic diversity, cultural heritage, and contemporary trends. Whether you seek a traditional name rooted in history or a modern name with a touch of innovation, you will find a treasure trove of options to suit your preferences. Names, like fashion, undergo trends and transformations over time. What was en vogue a century ago might be considered quaint or classical today. The trends in baby names are a reflection of societal shifts, cultural influences, and even popular media. From the timeless elegance of classic names to the avant-garde creations inspired by literature and pop culture, this book explores the ever-evolving landscape of naming conventions.




The African-American Baby Name Book


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A comprehensive treasury of more than 10,000 African-American baby names. Names are a hallmark of our heritage, reflections of both the ethnic and religious roots of our past and our dreams for our childrens' future. This A-to-Z guide includes more than 10,000 names, ranging from African names to contemporary names to traditonal Muslim names and more. Also featured is advice on alternative spellings, information on origins and meanings, and tips on choosing a name that will help parents reflect the treasure of the child who owns it. • Alphabetically Listed for Easy Reference •




African Baby Boy Names: Most Popular African Baby Boys Name with Meanings


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It is a very difficult task for parents to keep children's name. They want their child's name to be unique and extraordinary. For this, they start preparing even before the baby is born. They try to find new names from many sources. But now you do not have to wander around here. This book contains all the names that you are looking for.So what's the matter of late, find the simple, beautiful and best name for your child today.




African Names


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Names From The African Continent for Children and Adults From Aba to Zuri AFRICAN NAMES offers more than a thousand names from all corners of the African continent - as well as more than 175 surnames - for adults of African descent to use in naming their children or to substitute for their own Westernized names. Names are listed alphabetically and include country of origin, English translation also included is information on cultures and rulers of this diverse country.




Names from Africa


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"The giving of names is of great importance in Africa. People are named after events, happenings, great things, the days of the week, or the order in which they were born. For example, if a couple had long wanted a son, in Nigeria they may call him "Ayinde" (Yoruba), meaning the one we prayed for. In Ghana, if a boy is born on Saturday he is called "Kwame" (Akan). In Tanzania, the second born of twins will be called "Doto" (Zaramo). People have asked me whether names like James, Gary, or Francis could be translated into African form. There is no direct translation from English names to African, but if we go back to the original meaning of an English name, we can often find an African equivalent. For example, the English Theodore and the Ibo "Okechuku" both mean "God's gift."--From preface.




A Matter of Taste


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What accounts for our tastes? Why and how do they change over time? Stanley Lieberson analyzes children's first names to develop an original theory of fashion. He disputes the commonly-held notion that tastes in names (and other fashions) simply reflect societal shifts.




Black Names


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CONTRIBUTIONS TO THE SOCIOLOGY OF LANGUAGE brings to students, researchers and practitioners in all of the social and language-related sciences carefully selected book-length publications dealing with sociolinguistic theory, methods, findings and applications. It approaches the study of language in society in its broadest sense, as a truly international and interdisciplinary field in which various approaches, theoretical and empirical, supplement and complement each other. The series invites the attention of linguists, language teachers of all interests, sociologists, political scientists, anthropologists, historians etc. to the development of the sociology of language.




SuperFreakonomics LP


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Freakonomics was a worldwide sensation, selling more than four million copies. Now Steven D. Levitt and Stephen J. Dubner return with SuperFreakonomics, and fans and newcomers alike will find that this freakquel is even bolder, funnier, and more surprising than the first. SuperFreakonomics challenges the way we think all over again, with such questions as: How is a street prostitute like a department-store Santa? What's the best way to catch a terrorist? What do hurricanes, heart attacks, and highway deaths have in common? Are people hardwired for altruism or selfishness? Can eating kangaroo save the planet? Levitt and Dubner mix smart thinking and great storytelling like no one else, whether investigating a solution to global warming or explaining why the price of oral sex has fallen so drastically.




The Complete Guide to African-American Baby Names


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From ancient Africa to the Caribbean to the contemporary United States, "The Complete Guide To African-American Baby Names" is a comprehensive study that includes not only the pronunciation of each name originated, and facts about noted African-Americans.-- "The Complete Guide To African-American Baby Names" will be one of very few African-American name books on the market-- This guide also includes lists of important people in African/African-American history-- Organized for quick and easy reference




The Book of African Names


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