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2 Apr 2024

How to Find Your Child’s Name?

How to Find Your Child's Name?
Choosing a name for your child is an exciting and significant decision.
It's a name that will accompany them throughout their life, so it's important to find a name that resonates with you and holds meaning.
In this article, we will explore some helpful tips and strategies to guide you in finding your child's name.
Reflect on Your Values and Beliefs
Start by reflecting on your own values, beliefs, and cultural background.
Consider what is important to you and your family.
Do you have any meaningful traditions or family names that you would like to carry on?
This introspective process can provide inspiration and help narrow down your options.
Seek Inspiration from Different Sources
Finding inspiration from different sources can spark your creativity and lead you to discover unique and beautiful names. Here are some avenues to explore:
  • Literature: Look into your favorite books, poems, or authors for character names that resonate with you.
  • Nature: Nature can be a rich source of inspiration. Consider names inspired by flowers, animals, celestial bodies, or natural elements.
  • Cultural heritage: Explore names from your own cultural heritage or other cultures that you appreciate and admire.
  • Meaningful words: Consider words with significant meanings or virtues that you would like to associate with your child.
Consider Sound and Compatibility
When choosing a name, it's essential to consider how it sounds with your last name and how it pairs with any siblings' names. Here are a few things to keep in mind:
  • Harmony: Consider the rhythm and flow of the name. How does it sound when spoken aloud? Is it easy to pronounce?
  • Compatibility: Think about how the name pairs with your last name. Avoid combinations that may create unintended or awkward associations.
Trust Your Intuition and Test It Out
Ultimately, trust your instincts and go with a name that resonates with you and your partner. To help solidify your decision, try these strategies:
  • Say it aloud: Practice saying the name out loud to see how it feels and if it brings joy to you.
  • Write it down: Write the name on paper or in a journal and see how it looks in writing. Does it look and feel right to you?
  • Share with trusted individuals: Discuss the name with close friends or family members whose opinions you value. Hearing their feedback may provide valuable insights.
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Alexis
8 Jan 2024

My child’s father wants our daughter’s middle name to be Dorothy 😩 after his nana. What’s a good first name? I feel like Dorothy is so old 😩

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T’Yandra
Willow, Bliss, Blythe, Rune, Marlei, Joiyai, Genesis, Rocki, Hazel, Sevyn, Khoi, Navaeh, Alayna, Alize
27 Mar 2024

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Alexis
Yeah he’s about to be upset because it doesn’t flow well
27 Mar 2024

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Alexas
28 Aug 2023

I had this online person I would talk to wasn’t really a friend so more of an acquaintance a small amount of time she’s only ever told me her daughters name over text and it was spelled weird that I never knew what it was so I would just refer to her kid as “your daughter” like how’s she/your daughter doing. I didn’t know how to pronounce her name until after I picked out a name for my daughter but it’s a different spelling than hers but the same name (she posted a video saying her daughters name) would it be wrong for me to keep the name?

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Lexus
I Don’t Think It Would Be Wrong , It’s A Name Literally Plus You Spelling It Differently
27 Mar 2024

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Dasha
No not at all. I made a post saying if I like your child name I’m going to use it. Thank you for being creative.
27 Mar 2024

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Lucky Girl Taylor
27 Jul 2023

My boyfriend refuse for my child to have his family last-name his reason is because his dad side of the family was never there & the thought of giving his child their last name bring back the horrible memories. So he want his child to have his first name as it’s last name. I’m not sure how I feel about this but it’s very strange to me. Is this normal or anyone else have experience this?

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Ahniyah
My boyfriend is a Jr and doesn’t want our son to be a third cause of his father
27 Mar 2024

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Renee
Combine your last names and make a new one
27 Mar 2024

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Marie
31 Jan 2023

How many mothers that aren’t married and plan on giving THEIR child the fathers last name.. 🙋🏾‍♀️ I don’t give a fuck what anyone think or how they feel about what/or how I chose to name my baby.. that’s my decision the last time I checked

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🐣🐰💐Meghan Renee💐🐰🐣
I’m not married to my daughters father and giving her his last name. No one should be worried about what you name YOUR baby!
27 Mar 2024

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Marie
Me and my bd ain’t married either I plan on giving our baby his last name
27 Mar 2024

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Renasha Robbins
24 Jan 2023

How many of you mom's have already picked your child's name first, middle and last and how far along are you?! I have my son's entire name picked and I'm only 14 weeks.

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Renasha Robbins
Congratulations
27 Mar 2024

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Nailah
23 Jan 2023

I love the "What Name Should I Pick" but thats not how that goes. First, Names are powerful n should always have meaning, rather just meaning Flower, Strength or a Familys Name ( even tho i dont like Jr's😅) but a Name to Manifest a significant purpose n life, something to say proudly. Im sorry yall, i really love the support but if i talk to yall like i talk to my people, i keeps it 1000 at all times... What We think is not Your Worries ..What DO U AS THE MOTHER, want to name your child ?? Its not for us to decide or vote on ... this is a new life for u , not us n the name "We think is cute" ... my 2cents this AM🥰😎🥰 ... with love ... from an honest Ass Mama😘

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Brioncaaa
I said the exact same thing. It makes no sense to me lol
27 Mar 2024

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Nailah
non what so ever 😂
27 Mar 2024

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Susan
3 Nov 2022

What name to give your child? Why numerology: Name number can bring positive changes in life and make it optimistic. It can direct us towards success. How to calculate it: https://www.wikihow.com/Calculate-Your-Name-Number-in-Numerology?amp=1 Meaning of numbers: https://www.numerology.com/articles/about-numerology/single-digit-numbers-in-numerology/ In the second link, My favorite: 8! It explains pretty clearly. Most books say that it’s best to be a total sum of 8. Try with your child’s name. #names #babyname #numerology

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Deuce Mom♒️
I love this that’s one of the first things i looked at w my baby name , the master number it came down to🫣😂❤️
27 Mar 2024

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Susan
Master numbers are powerful! 😻😘
27 Mar 2024

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Goddess_94
31 Oct 2022

Trying to find a boy name that starts with a Z! How about any of these or if you have suggestions, let me know!

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Rheonna
This is my current struggle his family wants a 3rd and I’m refusing but Zamier is definitely a nice one and I love the spelling
27 Mar 2024

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Goddess_94
I'm not sure how that even happened lol
27 Mar 2024

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Crystal
5 Jul 2022

Anybody have a family member pressure you to name your baby after them? My father has been pressuring me to name my son after him, even though he knows we've chosen a name already! My relationship with my father has always been rocky, to put it nicely, and I just can't name my child after him!

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loyda 🤍
yes, do not listen to them! it’s your baby
27 Mar 2024

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Kyll
Do what makes you happy
27 Mar 2024

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Ńya🫶🏽🌸
14 May 2022

still can’t find any good boy names that i like😭😭 definitely going to be picky if i’m gonna name my baby it, i need helppppp. they have to be unique for me to name him that. i hate not having a name for him

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Liljana
I like Evan :) But i am blessed with two girls
27 Mar 2024

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