Beschreibung:
There are tens of thousands of baby names out thereand books that dutifully list them. And then there is 1,107 Baby Names That Stand the Test of Timea curated, considered, opinionated, and richly informative guide that winnows down the world of baby names to help moms and dads make smart choices, sidestep the trendiness trap, and avoid the ranks of parents (more than 54%) who later regret the name they chose. A guide for parents who know that the perfect name lasts a lifetimeit suits not just a cuddly newborn but grows with a child from babyhood through adulthood.1,107 Baby Names That Stand the Test of Timemakes a strong case for each name selected and features the names definition, history, variations and nicknames, and its meaning in the larger cultural sense. Includes a primer on the basic rules of baby naming including sounds, rhythm, ethnic traditions, and effective use of a middle name.