What’s in a name? In Zimbabwe, almost everything. There are names in the majority Shona language that may have a negative ring to them, but are quite common. This is because they tell a... Read more >>

A Web site called DJMICK has posted an A-Z guide to female names in which they call Amelia “a bit old-fashioned,” Anneka (their spelling) “sporty in and out of the bedroom,”... Read more >>

Time to pick a name for your baby! It’s exciting—but it’s also a daunting task. And those ginormous, dictionary-like baby-name books don’t make the process any easier. When you... Read more >>

I’ve never met a Kate who isn’t good looking. I’ve never met a Maria who isn’t sweet. I’ve never met a Martina who doesn’t have a wicked sense of humor. I’ve... Join this chit chat >>

“Is that your legal name?” I am usually asked this when signing forms or applications. “Yes,” I reply stoically. I always try to be patient when it is implied that I may not be... Read more >>

Sunshine is a reflection of her soul Feeling to the depths of her being She feels the heat of the sun Her dimples shine as she smiles genuinely She remembers all those who love her Those who... Read more >>

About a year and a half ago, I started to get the sense that my name no longer resonated with who I was anymore. It may have been a combination of things. Number one, the possibility of marrying Drew... Read more >>

Fay stormed into Florida this morning, joining the other Fays, Lucilles, Margarets, and Estelles who had come before her. With her soaking rains and gusty winds, she interrupted some Mahjong games,... Read more >>

What’s in a name? We all were given our names for a reason—be it a family name, a name with a special meaning, or a name that was just made up by innovative parents. Whatever the... Read more >>

New what does it mean? It’s crazy how a little word as new can mean many different things In God terms being made brand new is letting go of your past and starting over Many people would... Read more >>