OK, see anything there? Before we go onto the big list of the top 300 baby names let's pause for a moment and consider these thoughts:
1) Most people tend to choose traditional baby names e.g Alexander
2) Try to avoid baby names that will always be mis-spelt e.g Tomas, Allyson
3) Be aware that some girls names are also boys names e.g Peyton, Mackenzie
4) Give thought to the middle name in case child isn't happy with your choice
5) Make sure the first name flows well with the last name
6) Consider a name that has been in your family tree
7) If you stutter on certain words or letters (like me) choose baby's name carefully
8) A non-traditional or unusual baby name can subject your child to always having to spell it
9) Will the baby name you choose be shortened by your child's friends. If so, to what?
10) Is the baby name you choose going to be in fashion or popular and cool for only a short time
11) Older names are coming back in fashion e.g Ruby, Audrey
12) Don't get too hung up on the baby name meanings and their origin
13) If you are naming junior after dad, be prepared for some confusion when the mail arrives
At the end of the day your choice is probably going to be influenced a lot by the name of people you have known and liked or known and disliked, maybe an actor/actress name but I am sure when the final decision is made you will go with your intuition and what "feels right"
If all else fails your child can change his/her name when they finally leave the nest. I had a friend whose name was Sarah Longbottom. At school, she always wanted to change her name and at 21 she finally did, to Lauren Longbottom!!! Just kidding.
OK, are you ready for the big baby name list. Let's move on. I'm sure there will be a few laughs when you string a few of these names with the last name you've been lumbered with!! If you can't find a suitable baby name here, we need to talk!!!!!
Hey, before you start why not bookmark this page as there are some great links you will need when you finally become Mom & Dad.
