Author : Lesley Bolton
Publisher : Sourcebooks
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 21,45 MB
Release : 2013
Category : Encyclopedias and dictionaries
ISBN : 9781402266706
This book examines the history of baby names, provides lists of names based on popular themes, and presents entries that include definitions and variations.
Author : Lisa Shaw
Publisher :
Page : 342 pages
File Size : 16,92 MB
Release : 2005
Category : Names, Personal
ISBN : 9780715322246
In today's multicultural world there are so many more names to choose from and this selection includes names from Europe, America, Africa and Asia. Find out what they mean, the variations and diminutives and discover their historical significance. Entertaining side lines give information on the changing popularity of names, the names of the famous and the infamous and look at the cultural traditons behind naming a child.
Author : Bruce Lansky
Publisher :
Page : 368 pages
File Size : 14,31 MB
Release : 1996
Category : Family & Relationships
ISBN : 9780881662474
Gives 30,001 baby names complete with meanings, origins and nicknames.
Author : Lesley Bolton
Publisher : Sourcebooks, Inc.
Page : 1139 pages
File Size : 15,55 MB
Release : 2009-06
Category : Family & Relationships
ISBN : 1402253958
The Complete Book of Baby Names: The Most Names (100,001+), Most Unique Names, Most Idea-Generating Lists (600+) and the Most Help to Find the Perfect Name "If you've got an occasion to bestow a name, and you're looking for the widest possible range of choices, you can't go wrong by bringing home a copy of The Complete Book of Baby Names." phantomscribbler.blogspot.com Every year, hundreds of thousands of expectant parents turn to The Complete Book of Baby Namesas their essential, indispensable guide to choosing the best name for their child. Helpful and full of creative inspiration, this #1 bestseller gives you all the best ways to find your favorites and decide on the perfect fit. The Most Names, Most Lists, Most Help to Find the Best Name: More Names AND Richer Definitions The Most (600+) Creative Lists to Inspire You The Most Idea-Sparking Celebrity Baby Names The Most Popular-and Unique-Names The Newest Trends, Including What Makes the Perfect Name! More than 600 Fun Lists to Help You Choose, Including: Intellectual, creative names from literature and the arts Strong, respected names from sports and politics Unique, under-the-radar names that hit the right notes Packed full of more than 100,001 baby names with origins, variations, and richer definitions, The Complete Book of Baby Names makes choosing your baby's name a joyful act of love. Everything You Need ... The most up-to-date list of popular names - plus top twin names Selecting sibling names that make sense for your family Great gender-neutral names - plus the top 61 names Adding a middle name - or two! 18 essentials in choosing the perfect name... And what not to name your baby All the top baby boy and baby girl names! Plus all the best variations and nicknames All You Need in One Complete Book! MORE PRAISE FOR THE COMPLETE BOOK OF BABY NAMES: "The Complete Book of Baby Names is a great resource if you are naming a baby, and, it's also an interesting read. Busy Girl has been using it to inform all her friends what their names mean.Most importantly, though, it covers what NOT to name your baby. I'll let you check that one out yourself." BusyMom.net "Since this is my third child, I've been through my share of baby name books, about 2 a pregnancy. This one I found as my favorite, not just the first few chapters but the list of names are wonderful and broken not just into boy and girl categories but lists of popular names by country, twin names and hordes of other lists. You'll be amazed, as I was." snowboundintheyukon.blogspot.com "If you're going to choose one baby name book and get the most bang for your buck, this is a good one to go with. It's more complete and helpful than any other single book I've seen out there and short of turning it into an OED-style multi-volume set, I'm not sure there's much more the author Lesley Bolton could pack in." daringyoungmom.com "The Complete Book of Baby Names is so fun too. It isn't just a list of names - it is like a course in baby-naming! With chapters on baby-naming history, naming trends, the attributes of a perfect name, middles names, etc. as well as 276 fun name lists like popular names in different countries, and bizarre lists such as the names of models, First Ladies, Reality TV Stars and more, this book could keep me going until I deliver!" 5minutesformom.com "We've seen a lot of baby name books in our time, some good, and some not so good. This one's a good one...It has the big list, so that you can look up the definitions of the names that you're considering. But, it also teaches you how to pick a really great name for your little bundle of joy... So, if you just want definitions, this book's got those. If you just don't know what name you want, or if you're scared of choosing the wrong name, this book can help." thefamilylog.com
Author : Aston Sanderson
Publisher :
Page : 120 pages
File Size : 21,54 MB
Release : 2017-02-16
Category :
ISBN : 9781520619354
Do you want to find the *perfect baby name*, and make the choosing process easy, stress-free and fun? Most new parents do. But sometimes, we put all the nerves that come with expecting (like, the pressure of raising a little human in the world, the pressure of a birth plan, etc.) into decisions we have control over before the little one arrives. Take a step back, and a deep breath, and realize that there's no need to get stressed or overwhelmed when thinking about how to name your baby. If you're thinking enough about this decision to be searching for books on the topic, you already know you'll be a great parent. Choosing a name can be the simple part, with our help!The process of choosing baby names can be enjoyable, stress-free, simple, and fun when you know the strategies outlined in this baby names book. If you buy "The Stress-Free Baby Names Book," today, you'll get: Ways to brainstorm and narrow down your baby name choices with three helpful worksheets The answers to what you value in a name and methods to work backwards from what is most important Resources for researching the origin of your top baby name choices Resources for finding the most popular baby names by year or state A list of 3,000+ baby names to inspire you and perhaps find the perfect name you've been looking for, separated into baby names for girls, baby names for boys, and gender-neutral baby names lists Strategies for open communication with your partner about the names you both love but the other isn't so keen on An exhaustive list of different factors you need to consider before solidifying a baby name on a birth certificate If you buy this baby names ebook, you'll also learn: How to deal with opinionated or traditionalist family members How to keep your sanity around nosy friends, family and strangers How to have fun choosing the name of your little one And much, much more! "The Stress-Free Baby Names Book" takes everything you need to consider before naming your baby and makes it simple, easy-to-read and fun to explore with the help of author Aston Sanderson.You won't regret buying this book when you realize all the things you had never considered about finding the perfect baby name. Read helpful chapters that point you in the direction of the perfect baby name: Introduction to the Stress-Free Baby Names Book Chapter 1: Why You Can't Find the Perfect Name -- But You Will Anyway Chapter 2: On Meaning and Origin Chapter 3: Naming Strategies: Going Unique Chapter 4: Naming Strategies: Going Trendy or Semi-Unique Chapter 5: Naming Strategies: Going Totally Unique Chapter 6: Choosing Advice: Sounding It Out & Full Name Considerations Chapter 7: Choosing Advice: Associations & Nicknames Chapter 8: Choosing Advice: It's About Them, Not You Chapter 9: How to Deal with Family and Outside Pressure Chapter 10: Communication with Your Partner Chapter 11: To Tell -- Or Not to Tell? Chapter 12: There You Have It Chapter 13: Resources: Websites for Research Chapter 14: Resources: Baby Naming Worksheets Chapter 15: Resources: The Big List of Baby Names Chapter 16: Conclusion: About the Author and Further Reading Buy the book today, and choose the perfect baby name with confidence, clarity and calm! Note: You don't need a Kindle to read this small talk conversation book -- read it in your browser with the Kindle Cloud Reader right now by clicking the buy button!
Author : Emily Larson
Publisher : Sourcebooks, Inc.
Page : 228 pages
File Size : 43,14 MB
Release : 2019-06-04
Category : Family & Relationships
ISBN : 149269729X
Whether you're expecting a bundle of joy or looking to gift an expectant parent, this comprehensive baby name book is your key to discovering the most charming, meaningful, and on-trend names for baby boys. With over 100 helpful lists, thoughtfully curated and categorized, this book is a treasure trove of inspiration for finding classic monikers, unique gems, and modern favorites. Each name is accompanied by its origin, meaning, and pronunciation, allowing you to connect with the name's rich cultural heritage and significance. Quickly skim through names alphabetically or explore themed lists based on popularity, historical significance, or even names inspired by nature and mythology. Make the search for the perfect name an enjoyable experience and say hello to your little one with a name that truly matters.
Author : Diane Stafford
Publisher :
Page : 498 pages
File Size : 41,19 MB
Release : 2003
Category : Family & Relationships
ISBN : 9781402201035
For parents interested in infinite possibilities, this is the most complete and up-to-date baby-naming book on the market.
Author : Laura Wattenberg
Publisher : Harmony
Page : 546 pages
File Size : 25,83 MB
Release : 2013-05-07
Category : Family & Relationships
ISBN : 077043648X
A fully revised and updated version of the classic baby name guide, featuring updated trends, facts, ideas, and thousands of enchanting names! Your baby’s perfect name is out there. This book will help you find it. The right baby name will speak to your heart, give your child a great start in life—and maybe even satisfy your relatives. But there’s no shortage of names to choose from, and you can’t expect to just stumble upon a name like that in an A-to-Z dictionary. Enter the revised and updated fourth edition of The Baby Name Wizard. This ultimate baby-name guide uses groundbreaking research and computer-generated models to create a visual image for each name, examine its usage and popularity over the last one hundred years, and suggest other specific and promising name ideas. Each unique “name snapshot” includes a rundown of style categories the name belongs to, nickname options, variants, pronunciations, prominent examples, and names with a similar style and feeling. This new edition also contains expanded sections on popular names and style lists. A perfect, up-to-date guide to the modern world of names, The Baby Name Wizard will delight you from the first name you look up and keep you enchanted through your journey to finding the just-right name for your baby.
Author : Emily Larson
Publisher : Sourcebooks, Inc.
Page : 230 pages
File Size : 46,73 MB
Release : 2019-06-04
Category : Family & Relationships
ISBN : 149269732X
The only naming book you'll need for your little girl-to-be! Perfect for baby showers, gender reveals, and parents with a little girl on the way, THE BEST BABY NAMES FOR GIRLS is the only naming book created with baby in mind. Filled with over 100 helpful lists, naming tips, and a collection of girl-centric names to browse, this book makes it easy to find the ideal fit for your family. Gone are the days where you need a massive compendium of baby names to sift through (half of which don't even apply to your little one!). Now, whether you want to go classic with Mary, literary with Scout, or trendy with Adaline or Harlee, THE BEST BABY NAMES FOR GIRLS is there to help you discover your daughter's perfect name!
Author : Bruce Lansky
Publisher : Da Capo Lifelong Books
Page : 1243 pages
File Size : 32,72 MB
Release : 2019-07-09
Category : Family & Relationships
ISBN : 0306922983
The most helpful, complete, and yearly up-to-date name book What's new about names? The new edition of 100,000+ Baby Names by Bruce Lansky features the most up-to-date lists of names, trends, advice, and fascinating facts about names, including: Hundreds of newly popular names and variations The latest list of top 100 names for boys and girls The latest naming trends: what's hot and what's not The most rapidly rising and falling top 1,000 names Updated lists of names to consider, including names of newly famous people and fictional characters The most popular gender-neutral names and their rates of use (more for boys, more for girls, or 50/50) New (and classic) celebrity baby names And our list of names from around the world keeps growing! Here you'll find more than 100,000 names--complete with origins, meanings, variations, and famous namesakes. You'll find names from major linguistic and ethnic groups of origin, including English (19,000 names), Latin (11,000 names), Greek (11,000 names), American (11,000 names), Hebrew (9,000 names), Hispanic (9,000 names), French (8,000 names), Irish (7,000 names), and German (6,000 names)--plus thousands of Scottish, Welsh, Italian, Russian, Japanese, Chinese, Scandinavian, Polish, Native American, Hawaiian, Korean, Thai, Vietnamese, Australian/Aboriginal, African, and Hindi names. The list features unique spellings of popular names that are catching on, plus newly popular names and variations not listed in other books and websites.
