Piper is our Christmas name of the day. Currently, she is ranked the highest she's ever been, coming in at 110. She means "pipe or flute player." She relates to Christmas by the song "The 12 Days of Christmas." She is in the line Twelve pipers piping.
Piper gained popularity after the television show Charmed first aired in 1999. Another well-known Piper is Sarah Palin's youngest daughter, Piper Palin.
Piper would make a lovely, subtle holiday choice for a daughter. She is trendy, not too popular, and very sweet. Check back tomorrow for our next Christmas name!
Sunday, December 9, 2012
25 Days of Christmas: Merry
Our Christmas name of the day is Merry. Merry is an English girls' name meaning "light-hearted or happy." She is more commonly seen as a word in the phrase "Merry Christmas." While she is not currently ranked in the United States, Merry's peak was in the year 1954, where she reached #469.
If her similarity to Mary makes her seem too old-fashioned to you, you might consider Merry as a middle name. She would sound lovely and festive with many names, and can soften the sounds of harsher and more serious appellations.
Merry is a nice choice for a holiday name, especially if you want something that sounds classic, but entertains the holiday spirit. Check back tomorrow for our next Christmas name!
If her similarity to Mary makes her seem too old-fashioned to you, you might consider Merry as a middle name. She would sound lovely and festive with many names, and can soften the sounds of harsher and more serious appellations.
Merry is a nice choice for a holiday name, especially if you want something that sounds classic, but entertains the holiday spirit. Check back tomorrow for our next Christmas name!
Saturday, December 8, 2012
25 Days of Christmas: Yule
Happy Weekend everybody! Our Christmas name of the day is very festive, Yule.
Yule is an English name that is not currently ranked in the U.S. He means "winter solstice." Yule is a word name that would only work around Christmastime. Most people associate him with the Yule Log, a popular Christmas Tradition.
Yule would make a great name for a baby boy, especially if you like short names with no nickname options. He is a very festive choice that would be a little surprising if you chose is for a son. Nonetheless, a lovely name.
Yule is an English name that is not currently ranked in the U.S. He means "winter solstice." Yule is a word name that would only work around Christmastime. Most people associate him with the Yule Log, a popular Christmas Tradition.
Yule would make a great name for a baby boy, especially if you like short names with no nickname options. He is a very festive choice that would be a little surprising if you chose is for a son. Nonetheless, a lovely name.
Friday, December 7, 2012
25 Days of Christmas: North
Today's Christmas Baby Name is truly unisex- I'm talking about North. North is a word name that means "the direction North." While I prefer it for a girl, North is more on trend with the boys. It has a tough girl/boy vibe, and goes along well with names like Arrow or Fawn.
North is very up-and-coming. It is a pretty new name, inspired by its trendy brothers Weston and Easton. There are no famous Norths yet, but we'll probably see a celebrity use this one in the next few years.
North is an unusual appellation that conjures up pictures of snow and ice, perfect for a winter or holiday baby. North makes my own list (for girls, not boys) and I would love to see somebody use it. It's a great name that is suitable for either gender.
North is very up-and-coming. It is a pretty new name, inspired by its trendy brothers Weston and Easton. There are no famous Norths yet, but we'll probably see a celebrity use this one in the next few years.
North is an unusual appellation that conjures up pictures of snow and ice, perfect for a winter or holiday baby. North makes my own list (for girls, not boys) and I would love to see somebody use it. It's a great name that is suitable for either gender.
Thursday, December 6, 2012
25 Days of Christmas: Bell
Bell is our Christmas Name of the Day. She is a cousin of Belle and Bella, however her origins are much different. Bell originated as a surname and occupational name, she means "ringer of the bell." She reached her height in 1884, at 275. She completely dropped off the charts in the year 1915. Some would say that Bell looks incomplete, but others will like her simplicity and rather musical ere.
There are no famous Bells, however you may recognize the name from Galt Niederhoffer's book, A Taxonomy of Barnacles. Bell Barnacle is the name of the eldest daughter in the book. (Rumor has is that Maggie Gyllanhaal will be playing Bell in the movie adaptation.)
Bell would make a lovely name for a daughter born around the Holidays. She reminds us of Christmas Caroling and the sounds of Christmastime (plus "Silver Bells" would make a cute lullaby.)
There are no famous Bells, however you may recognize the name from Galt Niederhoffer's book, A Taxonomy of Barnacles. Bell Barnacle is the name of the eldest daughter in the book. (Rumor has is that Maggie Gyllanhaal will be playing Bell in the movie adaptation.)
Bell would make a lovely name for a daughter born around the Holidays. She reminds us of Christmas Caroling and the sounds of Christmastime (plus "Silver Bells" would make a cute lullaby.)
Wednesday, December 5, 2012
25 Days of Christmas: Joy
Today's Christmas Name is one that is thought of a lot when asked about holiday names- Joy.
Joy means exactly what she sounds like. She is one of the original "word names." Joy peaked in popularity during the year 1974, when she reached #109. In recent years, Joy has been on a solid decline, however she climbed almost twenty spots in 2011.
Some famous Joys include Joy Fawcett, a soccer player, Joy Harjo, a poet, and Joy-Anna Duggar, one of the Duggar family's nineteen children.
Joy would make a great Christmastime baby name. Though she is mostly used for girls, it is not unheard of to use Joy or Joi for a baby boy. She's short and sweet, has no potential nicknames, and a lovely message. Joy is absolutely darling.
Joy means exactly what she sounds like. She is one of the original "word names." Joy peaked in popularity during the year 1974, when she reached #109. In recent years, Joy has been on a solid decline, however she climbed almost twenty spots in 2011.
Some famous Joys include Joy Fawcett, a soccer player, Joy Harjo, a poet, and Joy-Anna Duggar, one of the Duggar family's nineteen children.
Joy would make a great Christmastime baby name. Though she is mostly used for girls, it is not unheard of to use Joy or Joi for a baby boy. She's short and sweet, has no potential nicknames, and a lovely message. Joy is absolutely darling.
Tuesday, December 4, 2012
25 Days of Christmas: Pax
Number four in our 25 Days of Christmas series is our first boy name- Pax. Pax is Latin and means peaceful. Even though he is not currently ranked, he is in vogue because he ends in X. Pax is the perfect choice for a winter holiday baby. The meaning relating to peace incorporates the meaning of the holiday season.
Pax would make a logical alternative to Max, if you were looking for something less common. He could be should for Paxton, a surname name that has a more polished quality.
The most famous Pax would be Pax Jolie-Pitt, Brangelina's adopted son.
Pax is an all-around great name. If you are looking for something short, easy to remember, and holiday related, Pax makes a great choice
Pax would make a logical alternative to Max, if you were looking for something less common. He could be should for Paxton, a surname name that has a more polished quality.
The most famous Pax would be Pax Jolie-Pitt, Brangelina's adopted son.
Pax is an all-around great name. If you are looking for something short, easy to remember, and holiday related, Pax makes a great choice
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