Comments on: Baby Name Wizard: I think I’m in love

By: Jessica

Jessica — Mon, 01 Dec 2008 16:22:22 +0000

I actually DIDN’T know about the website!! Thanks so much for the tip. I checked out Baby Name Brainstorm as well. Loads of fun! Good luck with it.

I didn’t realize there were so many other folks who were interested in names; it’s good to find some kindred spirits. Have a great time with the new dadhood!

By: Baby Name Brainstorm

Baby Name Brainstorm — Sun, 30 Nov 2008 00:19:50 +0000

Great review Jessica. I suppose you’re already familiar with the Baby Name Wizard website? Definitely one of the best name sites out there. Laura Wattenberg is also associated with Nymbler, which is apparently powered by the same catalogue of insights that went into the book.

I recently became a Dad and became thoroughly engrossed with the whole question of baby names. I can’t say I paid much attention to trends, beyond wanting to make sure we chose a relatively rare name. At the time I was primarily interested in the lyricism and meaning of names. It was interesting to read Cat’s comments to the contrary. But the deeper I go, the more facets open up. Studying names gives a fascinating insight into living history and culture.

By: Jessica

Jessica — Wed, 26 Nov 2008 16:29:23 +0000

Hi Cat!
It’s great to know that there are other name nerds out there. I really really adore this book for all the reasons you mentioned. I’m very happy that there are others out there that appreciate it. Ironically I don’t know anyone who is having a baby and has read it (except those that I’ve given the book to).

Happy name reading!

By: Cat

Cat — Wed, 26 Nov 2008 16:10:19 +0000

Hey, I found you in my tag surfer and just wanted to chime in in the book. I’m a name-nerd in the extreme and I absolutely adore it. It’s much more interesting to see trends than (mostly wrong) etymologies. It’s a great reference when I write my blog and make combos. I don’t even plan on getting pregnant any time soon and I’ve read it cover to cover a few times!