Things You'll Need:
- a baby
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Step 1
Understand that your baby's name is a combination of first name, a likely middle name, and the last name. All of this must be taken into consideration when naming the baby. How will they sound when pronounced together? What will the initials spell?
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Step 2
Since your baby actually has three names - first name, middle name, and last name - the baby's first name doesn't have to be completely one-of-a-kind for the baby's whole name to be good. But you're probably looking for a more unusual name, so read on.
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Step 3
As you go about your day, notice words that you like.
Some city names, like Paris or Brooklyn, make great and rare baby names.
You might also notice occupational names, like Hunter, Justice, or Piper.
Even adjectives can make names. One of the great American judges went by the name Learned Hand. -
Step 4
Looking for something even more unusual? Think about syllables that sound nice and consider combining them. Or spell words backwards. That's how the name Nevaeh got started (heaven backwards).
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Step 5
Don't go overboard! Remember that this is your child's name. It is fundamental to them; it is part of their identity. You have the opportunity to give them a great name - a special name that they'll love. At the same time, you'll do well to test run the name by your friends and family to see what they think before making it official.
