Naming a real baby

[k-t-bug.livejournal.com]

I have a doctor's appointment this Thursday (at 16 weeks already!), and we might be able to find out Zyggie the Zygote's gender. If not then, then hopefully at the 20 weeks appointment.

I've tried to narrow down our name lists in preparation. My husband and I have already selected Asher Struthers for a boy's name. I know the two names both end in a "er" sound, but I'm more interested in the names having meaning than flowing perfectly. The girl's names include: Lydia, Adeline and Amelia for first names and Louisa and Alice for middle names. Apparently I really like "L" and "A" names! Mainly I like traditional, not popular or trendy, correctly spelled names that have personal meaning.

ETA: Oh, and I found the rankings on the Social Security Administration Popular Baby Names site - it's great!

Comments

[tigress-oils.livejournal.com]

Adeline is lovely. So many of these are. I quite like Maris and Amaris, too. LOVE Stella.

[k-t-bug.livejournal.com]

Thank you. There are so many beautiful names it really makes it hard to pick. And I don't plan on having a litter of children to use them all on!

What nicknames come to your mind for Adeline? My husband asked what the nickames are, and all I could think of was "Addie." ("Liney" doesn't sound so nice. :) )

[tigress-oils.livejournal.com]

Hm, I guess if she absolutely needs a nickname, there's always Del, although with the middle syllable being the least stressed, it's the least obvious nickname. Adele, but what's the point in exchanging a lovely name (Adeline) for another lovely name (Adele)? Then there's Lina, which you could pronounce with either a long 'i' or an ee 'i.'

I agree that Adeline Louisa is quite nice.

[k-t-bug.livejournal.com]

True, she doesn't need a nickname. My husband and I were just discussing the possibilities. I've always liked being able to use nicknames (Kate and Katie for Katherine). Adele is a good thought! Between Ada, Adelel and Addie (too close to Madison's nickname I think...) I think we might have a winner!