Monday, December 26, 2011

Baby Names - Choosing a Popular Baby Name and Making It Unique

When it comes down to naming their babies parents' creativity is limitless and everyone is searching for this very special and unique name. The latest naming trend is to put a spin on a popular name and make it one of kind. Do you have a name in mind already or have a general idea of what you want to name your baby? Consider using these methods in giving your child an original and creative name.

One of the easiest ways to have a twist on a very popular name is to change the spelling. Instead of "Michael," choose "Mikal." You don't have to change the pronunciation to something less traditional, but that simple spelling change can definitely make a name different to those who see it on paper. It's subtle, and it's a very chic way to make a name exotic.
A more culturally astute way is to choose a baby name that isn't necessarily the norm in your culture but is popular in other cultures. For instance, names like Oisin, Mihai, Kyra, and Priti are all popular names that are found in different countries such as Ireland, Romania, Japan and India. Seeing one of these names in the US is rare and often will get compliments, comments, and questions. When taking this approach, the more exotic the country, the better. However, remember to check the meaning of the name and make sure the English pronunciation is sound enough.

For those who want to mimic Hollywood actors and actresses can do so when selecting their baby name. Many Hollywood people have given their children unusual, quirky, or exotic names. Names like Willow, Jayden, Apple, and Suri are popular among the glitterati crowd, and quite likely these unique names will get people commenting. However, these names are not a good or preferred choice for everyone. There are parents who find using some of these names to be arrogant or non-creative because they were originally chosen by celebrities.

Lastly, some parents choose baby names that stem from their favorite literature or movie heroes. With books like Harry Potter, we can expect to see more children with names like Albus, Hermoine, or Severus.

The thing that really stands out about all of these names, whether it's from a book, a different country, or from a Hollywood actor, is that they are all very inspired. To parents, the names of their children mean something important, special, and are synonymous with character and beauty. As long as you find a source of inspiration, your child's name will be both popular and unique.