January Famous Birthdays: January 27th
Posted by celebmom in Celebrities born in January, celebrity baby names, Celebrity Inspired, celebrity names, Familiar Names, Famous Birthdays, January Baby Names on January 27, 2012
It’s time again to announce the famous birthdays that have occurred on this day in years past. Every month, the Baby Name Registry would like to shed light on those who are celebrating a birthday. Whether they are turning 1, 10, or 100, these famous people might inspire the name that you choose for your soon-to-be. Here are a few names that might interest you of those celebrating a birthday today on Friday, January 27th.
Boys:
Lewis (German): A famous warrior: Lewis Carroll- 1832
Mikhail (Hebrew): Who is like God? Mikhail Baryshnikov- 1948
Patton (English): From the town of warriors: Patton Oswalt- 1969
Troy (Gaelic): Son of a foot soldier: Troy Donahue- 1936
Girls:
Bridget (Irish): A strong and protective woman; in mythology, goddess of fire, wisdom, and poetry: Bridget Fonda- 1964
Donna (Italian): A titled woman; feminine form of Donald; ruler of the world: Donna Reed- 1921
Jennifer (Welsh): One who is fair; a beautiful girl: Jennifer LB Leese- 1970
Karen (Greek): Form of Katherine, meaning “one who is pure; virginal” Karen Velez- 1961
National Australia Day: Australian Baby Names
Posted by celebmom in National Australia Day on January 26, 2012
January 26th, 2012 is National Australia Day, a day of celebration for those who are native to the beautiful land, culture, and climate of Australia. The very recent celebration of Australian heritage was first celebrated as a public holiday in 1994. Specific ceremonies in honor of Australia take place and have become both a tradition and symbol of the national day. On January 26th, Australian citizens will celebrate citizenship ceremonies; join together in flying the Australian Flag and singing the National Anthem which starts like this:
[Australians all let us rejoice,
For we are young and free;
We've golden soil and wealth for toil;
Our home is girt by sea]
If you are native to Australia or have dreamed of one day vacationing to the beautiful destination, turn your dream into an every day glimpse of the beautiful continent. Here are a few Australian inspired baby names for your soon-to-be!
Boys:
Benjamin (Hebrew): Son of the south; son of the right hand
Lachlan (Gaelic): From the land of lakes
Noah (Hebrew): A peaceful wanderer
Oliver (Latin): From the Olive tree
Girls:
Charlie (English): Feminine form of Charles, meaning “a small, strong woman”
Ella (German): From a foreign land
Lucy (Latin): Feminine form of Lucius, meaning “one who is illuminated”
Ruby (English): As precious as the red gem stone
National Opposite Day
Posted by celebmom in National Opposite Day Baby Names, Opposite Baby Names, Trendy Names, Twin Names, Unforgettable Names on January 25, 2012
January 25th is National Opposite Day! Today, go beyond the norm and do something opposite of what you normally would. If you are expecting and in need of a restful day, take a break from making dinner or running errands—do what you wouldn’t normally do and spend a few hours reading your favorite book or watching a movie.
In honor of National Opposite Day, here are a few baby names are opposite of each other, making the combination fun for an expectant little brother, sister, or twins!
Boys:
Chase (English): A huntsman
Jake (English): Form of Jacob, meaning “he who supplants”
Lane (English): One who takes the narrow path
Ryan (Gaelic): Little ruler; little king
Girls:
Blake (English): A dark beauty
Grace (Latin): Having God’s favor
Lauren (French): Form of Laura, meaning “crowned with laurel; from the laurel tree”
Riley (Gaelic): From the rye clearing; a courageous woman
Pair 1: Chase & Grace
Pair 2: Jake & Blake
Pair 3: Lane & Lauren
Pair 4: Ryan & Riley
The California Gold Rush: Glamorous Baby Names
Posted by celebmom in California Gold Rush, Glamorous baby names on January 24, 2012
Europeans once imagined that the America’s were paved with roads of gold. They were probably not aware that they were partially correct until the late 1800’s when gold was first discovered within the borders of the Golden State of California. The precious metal flowed through the streams, sparkled through the brooks, and was buried throughout the riverbeds. The California Gold Rush began on January 24th, 1848, one hundred and sixty four years ago today.
In honor of our nations amazing history and the discovery of gold in California well over a century ago, here are a few glamorous baby names that denote wealth and beauty, perfect for your 2012 soon-to-be!
Boys:
Kevin (Gaelic): A beloved and handsome man
Mareo (Japanese): One who is rare, unlike the others
Montgomery (English): From the wealthy man’s mountain
Otto (German): Wealthy
Girls:
Arabella (Dutch): Beautiful
Daria (Greek): Wealthy
Jeslyn (American): Blessed with wealth and beauty
Odelia (Latin): Little wealthy one
Chinese New Year: Year of the Dragon
Posted by celebmom in 2012 Baby Names, Chinese New Year Baby Names, Proseperous Baby Names, Strong Baby Names, Year of the Dragon on January 23, 2012
The most important holiday of the year in China is the celebration of the Chinese New Year. This year, the Dragon will be celebrated in honor of the festivities. The New Year in China is known as the “Spring Festival” and marks the end of the winter season. The dragon is believed to be a mythical creature that brings with it optimism and hope for times ahead. Of the 12 signs of the zodiac, the dragon is deemed the most powerful, being associated with high energy and prosperity. For a powerful and prosperous name for your soon-to-be consider the following baby names:
Boys:
Andrew (Greek): Strong and manly
Brian (Irish): Strong; virtuous; humble
Ethan (Hebrew): Strong; firm
Harvey (French): Battle worthy
Girls:
Audrey (English): Noble strength
Imara (Kiswahili): Firm
Neima (Hebrew): Strong
Valencia (Spanish): Brave; strong
1/20/12: Baby Names with Repeating Letters
Posted by celebmom in baby name, baby names, Baby Names with a Zing, Baby Names with Repeating Letters, boy names, girl names, Girly Girl, Short Baby Names on January 20, 2012
Today is January 20th, 2012. What makes this day unique is the use of the numbers zero, one, and two. Baby names with the same letters repeated tend to have a spunky and trendy feel. For short, cute, and simple names that will not only be easy to pronounce but easy to spell when your child begins to read and write, check out this list of names re-using the same letters.
Boys:
Bob (German): Form of Robert, meaning “one who is bright with fame”
Jarrell (English): One who rules with a spear
Keenan (Gaelic): Of the ancient family
Reece (Welsh): Having great enthusiasm for life
Girls:
Anna (Latin): A woman graced with God’s favor
Ava (German): A birdlike woman/from the water
Cailin (Gaelic): A young woman; a lass
Lulu (Hawaiian/African): A calm, peaceful woman/as precious as a pearl
Why is Wednesday, January 18th Special?
Posted by celebmom in 2012 Baby Name Trends, 2012 Baby Names, baby name, baby names on January 18, 2012
The 18th day of the month does not often fall on a Wednesday. In 2005, the 18th day of the month only fell on a Wednesday one time throughout the entire year. In 2009, Wednesday the 18th occurred three times and will again occur three times this year. If you are expecting a child or hoping to expand your family within the year 2012, you have a 2 out of 12 chance that your child will be born on Wednesday the 18th from now until December.
Here are a few names that you might like for your mysterious and magical soon-to-be.
Boys:
Camden (Gaelic): From the winding valley
Corbin (English): Resembling a raven
Marlow (English): Resembling driftwood
Tavi (Aramaic): A good man
Girls:
Drea (Greek): Form of Andrew, meaning “womanly; courageous and strong”
Jersey (English): From one of the Channel Islands
Kai (Hawaiian): Woman of the sea
London (English): From the capital of England
In honor of MLK day!
Posted by celebmom in Martin Luther King Jr. on January 16, 2012
January 16th is celebrated worldwide in recognition of the many strong willed people who dreamt of a better day—a day where people could coexist together without segregation. Martin Luther King Jr., born in 1929 was a clergyman, SCLC co-founder, and civil rights activist who had a dream that one day, the people of the world would live as one, without racism, segregation or hate for one another. In honor of those who stood alone to fight for what they believed to make the world a more peaceful place, here is a list of names to consider for your soon-to-be:
Boys:
Abraham (Hebrew): Father of a multitude of nations – Abraham Lincoln
Claude (Latin): Lame – Claude Black
Jesse (Hebrew): The Lord exists – Jesse Jackson
Malcolm (Scottish/Gaelic): Devotee of Saint Columba – Malcolm X
Girls:
Ida (Greek): Hard-working – Ida B. Wells
Lola (Spanish): Form of Dolores, meaning “sorrows” – Lola Hendrix
Rosa (Latin): Rose – Rosa Parks
Susan (Hebrew): Shortened form of Susannah, meaning “a woman of courage” – Susan B. Anthony
Friday the 13th: Names with a Negative Connotation
Posted by celebmom in 2012 Baby Names, Friday the 13th Baby Names, Names with a Negative Connotation on January 13, 2012
Superstition has some people watching their every move today and they are not the only ones who fear the unlucky number 13. High rise hotels across the nation offer accommodations from the 1st to the 12th floor and from the 14th floor, up. As many realists point out; people on the 14th floor really know what floor they are staying on but hotels still avoid the number “13.”
The phobia of Friday the 13th can be dated back to the 19th century and continues today. News headlines featuring spooky articles are written any time a Friday lands on the 13th day of the month. The last Friday the 13th fell on May 13th of 2011. Here are a few baby names to avoid when deciding on a name for your soon-to-be. A negative connotation may be placed on these names because of the movies they were starred in such as the unforgettable and bone chilling Hannibal Lecter and the classic horror story, The Exorcist.
Boys:
Damien (Greek): One who tames or subdues others -The Omen
Freddy (German): Form of Frederick, “a peaceful ruler” -A Nightmare on Elm Street
Hannibal (Hebrew): Having the grace of Baal – Hannibal Lecter
Jason (Hebrew/Greek): God is my salvation/a healer; in mythology, the leader of the Argonauts -Friday the 13th
Girls:
Carrie (Latin): Feminine form of Charles; “a joyous song; a small, strong woman” -Carrie
Helen (Greek): The shining light -The Candyman
Regan (Gaelic): Born into royalty; the little ruler -The Exorcist
Rosemary (Latin/English): The dew of the sea/resembling a bitter rose -Rosemary’s Baby
J-A-N-U-A-R-Y Baby Names
The month of January in itself could be a beautiful name for your soon-to-be baby girl but a few select names that form the word “January” have the same stunning effect. Check out this list of names that forms the acronym “January.”
J: Jacqueline (French): Feminine form of Jacques; the supplanter
A: Arabella (Latin): An answered prayer; beautiful alter
N: Nolan (Gaelic): A famous and noble man; a champion of the people
U: Uma (Hindi): Mother; in mythology, the goddess of beauty and sunlight
A: Aaron (Hebrew): One who is exalted; from the mountain of strength
R: Russell (French): A little red-haired boy
Y: Yareli (American): The lord is my light
