The African-American Baby Name Book
The African-American Baby Name Book

Author: Teresa Norman

Publisher: Berkley

Published: 1998-02-01

Total Pages: 192

ISBN-13: 9780425159392

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A comprehensive treasury of more than 10,000 African-American baby names. Names are a hallmark of our heritage, reflections of both the ethnic and religious roots of our past and our dreams for our childrens' future. This A-to-Z guide includes more than 10,000 names, ranging from African names to contemporary names to traditonal Muslim names and more. Also featured is advice on alternative spellings, information on origins and meanings, and tips on choosing a name that will help parents reflect the treasure of the child who owns it. • Alphabetically Listed for Easy Reference •

The Best Baby Names Treasury
The Best Baby Names Treasury

Author: Emily Larson

Publisher: Sourcebooks, Inc.

Published: 2011

Total Pages: 673

ISBN-13: 140226030X

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Offers expecting parents advice on how to pick the best name for their child, with lists of the top names in Hollywood, each of the states, and various cities and regions around the world, as well as tips on how to narrow down the choices and an overview of how a child's name influences their life.

Classic Biblical Baby Names
Classic Biblical Baby Names

Author: Judith Tropea

Publisher: Bantam

Published: 2006-08-29

Total Pages: 335

ISBN-13: 0553383930

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The perfect name is one of the first and most important gifts parents can give their children–and often one of the most challenging decisions of parenthood. Expectant parents who want their child’s name to be meaningful will find Classic Biblical Baby Names a unique and invaluable resource. Drawing from both the Old and New Testaments, here are hundreds of history’s most enduring names, carefully selected to appeal to contemporary tastes yet outlast trends. Organized alphabetically by gender, and complete with fascinating background information, each entry includes: • Scriptural stories surrounding the name • Meaning and spiritual connotation • Citation of where the name appears in the Bible • Proper pronunciation • Cultural origin • Alternate spellings, related names, nicknames • Famous namesakes From Adam to Zeph and Abigail to Zia, Classic Biblical Baby Names will enrich your understanding of familiar names and invite you to discover lesser-known possibilities. Names are an integral part of our identity and this one-of-a-kind guide will help you choose a name that reflects your hopes for the future and instills a sense of self in your child.

A Treasury of Favorite Muslim Names
A Treasury of Favorite Muslim Names

Author: Ahmed Abdul Hakeem

Publisher: Pearl Publications (Chicago, IL)

Published: 1997

Total Pages: 264

ISBN-13:

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"This book is an invaluable collection of more than two thousand favorite Muslim names chosen from the Arabic, Persian, and Turkish languages. This unique compilation of Islamic names describes their origins, transliterations, and meanings in English. Learn about Islamic customs after the birth of a child: adhan and iqamah, tahneek, aqeeqa, circumcision, and naming the newborn. This bilingual collection of favorite Islamic names also includes: ninety-nine divine names of Allah; glorious names of the Prophet Muhammed (pbuh) and other prophets; sacred names of the Prophet Muhammed's (pbuh) family members; names of noble companions of the Prophet Muhammed (pbuh); names of torchbearers of Islam: eminent saints, sufi masters, spiritual leaders, and other renowned people of Islamic heritage"--Back cover.

The 2019 Baby Names Almanac
The 2019 Baby Names Almanac

Author: Emily Larson

Publisher: Sourcebooks, Inc.

Published: 2018-12-04

Total Pages: 428

ISBN-13: 1492669075

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The Hottest Baby Name Book Packed with Trends, Lists, and Forecasts An instant snapshot of how the world today is shaping the name you may choose for your child tomorrow, The 2019 Baby Names Almanac is jam-packed with information and trends, plus thousands of baby names with meanings to browse. Because there's nothing worse than sticking your child with a generic baby name that everyone else is using. Here's a sneak peek at the ideas, lists, predictions, and suggestions you'll find in the 2019 edition: The newest trends and upcoming names to watch The hottest names in your state The cutting-edge names on the rise (and the superhot names falling fast) Pop culture names gaining speed Gender-neutral names (and the rate they're used) New twists on classic names Celeb baby names expected to soar The origins and meanings behind names And much more! This comprehensive resource is perfect for the modern parent looking for baby girl names and baby boy names. *The SSA baby names database runs two years behind, with the most recent, complete data collected from 2017

Baby Names
Baby Names

Author: Tyra Mason

Publisher: A & B Distributors

Published: 2000

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781886433137

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Baby Names
Baby Names

Author: DK

Publisher: Penguin

Published: 2010-10-01

Total Pages: 248

ISBN-13: 0756688612

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This colorful, informative guide offers a great collection of first names and is sure to help you find the right one for your baby. Baby Names contains more than 1,200 inspirational naming ideas for boys and girls, both classic and modern, listed alphabetically, with their fascinating meanings explained. You’ll learn the exciting origins behind names you hear every day, as well as discover an abundance of original names you’ve never heard before. Perfect for expecting parents, Baby Names makes choosing a name easy and fun! Do you want to know the meaning behind a name with special significance for your family or culture? Are you on lookout for a name that’s rare and special, so your child’s name will be as unique as they are? Maybe you’re searching for a name with sacred significance, or maybe you and partner just can’t seem to make up your minds and agree. (It happens!) No matter what your naming situation, Baby Names is the book for you.

Baby Names
Baby Names

Author: DK Publishing

Publisher: Penguin

Published: 2010-10-01

Total Pages: 160

ISBN-13: 9781405366328

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This great collection of first names will help you to find the right one for your baby. More than 1200 inspirational ideas for boys and girls, both classic and modern, are listed alphabetically with their fascinating meanings and origins explained. Pick one that has significance for your family, one that goes well with your surname, or simply one that you like. Baby Names makes choosing a name easy and fun!