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Figuring out the right name for your baby can be a difficult task. You and your partner may have differing tastes when it comes to names. Your family members and in-laws may get on your case about choosing one particular name over another. As if preparing for a new baby isn’t stressful enough! Here are some general tips to follow when it comes to selecting your baby’s name.
Only select names that sound good with your surname. Don’t look at the first name alone. It needs to have an attractive cadence when combined with a middle and last name. Generally, you want to avoid having a first and last name start with the same letter. While alliteration may be good for literature, it sounds silly as a person’s name. It may even end up being a tongue twister.
Don’t choose a name that’s easy to make fun of or to twist into a degrading nickname. School kids can be very cruel, so you want to do everything you possibly can to avoid any ridicule for your child.
You may want to think about the meaning behind your child’s potential name. Some parents like to ensure that their child’s name has a deep meaning. Others don’t really care. There are many resources on the internet, as well as many books available at the library that explain thousands of name meanings. You may be surprised to learn that common names often have very unique meanings. This may influence your decision.
If you and your partner cannot agree on names, take the time to each make out a list of preferred names. Go over the lists mutually, discussing the pros and cons of each. Chances are there will be at least one or two names that both of you like. Don’t insist on one particular name if your partner hates it. Choosing your child’s name should be a decision the two of you make together.
Don’t let your family members get in the way and insist on a name. Sometimes families want to continue the legacy of a particular name in the family. However, this is your baby, not theirs. Politely listen to their advice and suggestions, but let them know that ultimately the decision remains up to you, the parents. If necessary, you could always compromise and use their desired name as a middle name.
Posted by Janice Washington
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Only select names that sound good with your surname. Don’t look at the first name alone. It needs to have an attractive cadence when combined with a middle and last name. Generally, you want to avoid having a first and last name start with the same letter. While alliteration may be good for literature, it sounds silly as a person’s name. It may even end up being a tongue twister.
Don’t choose a name that’s easy to make fun of or to twist into a degrading nickname. School kids can be very cruel, so you want to do everything you possibly can to avoid any ridicule for your child.
You may want to think about the meaning behind your child’s potential name. Some parents like to ensure that their child’s name has a deep meaning. Others don’t really care. There are many resources on the internet, as well as many books available at the library that explain thousands of name meanings. You may be surprised to learn that common names often have very unique meanings. This may influence your decision.
If you and your partner cannot agree on names, take the time to each make out a list of preferred names. Go over the lists mutually, discussing the pros and cons of each. Chances are there will be at least one or two names that both of you like. Don’t insist on one particular name if your partner hates it. Choosing your child’s name should be a decision the two of you make together.
Don’t let your family members get in the way and insist on a name. Sometimes families want to continue the legacy of a particular name in the family. However, this is your baby, not theirs. Politely listen to their advice and suggestions, but let them know that ultimately the decision remains up to you, the parents. If necessary, you could always compromise and use their desired name as a middle name.
Posted by Janice Washington
Visit Way to Fix Credit