How to Combine 2 Names to Make a Baby's Name
Naming a child is an important part of pregnancy. The name you choose represents your personality and can hold a lot of meaning pertaining to that time in your life. A baby's name will also affect your child, so choose wisely. If you can't find a name to your liking, create one yourself. This is a great option for parents who like two different names.
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Instructions
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Flip through the baby name book and find names that appeal to you. If you are unsure of the sex, look at names for both genders. Many names that were once assumed for just boys or just girls are becoming unisex.
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Write two columns on a piece of paper, one side for boy names and another side for girl names. Make a column for neutral names if you wish. Write down the names that appeal to you.
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Use a second piece of paper and create columns matching the column names on the original paper--one for boys, one for girls and one for unisex names. Draw a line down the middle of each column.
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Start with the first set of names, then dissect each in half. Write the two halves on each side of the line in the column on the corresponding paper. For example, if you have the name Diane, transfer this name to the girl column on the second paper, putting "Di" on one side of the line, and "ane" on the other side of the line. Do this with each name, until you have columns of name sections.
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Use a third piece of paper to begin combining names that you like from each column. For instance, you like Audrey, and your husband likes Elle, combine them to create Audrelle.
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Tips & Warnings
Play around with name combinations and spelling.
Discuss names with your spouse to avoid choosing a name you love but he doesn't.
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