The infamous duo, Kim Kardashian and Conway West announced the name of their new baby this week- North; making the babies full name: North West. Boy oh Boy! Though this name may not be the one I would choose. Why do we care so much about what two people decide to name their little one?
Baby Names. It is not an easy feat to arrive at a conclusion about what you and your mate will name your little one. Will it be a boy or a girl? Does that even matter when deciding on a name? What will he or she like? Who will he or she grow to be, and what name will compliment your tiny bundle’s journey to a wildly successful and happy life?
In all reality your baby’s name will not make or break your kid, but it is a difficult decision. Do you consider family members or forge a new name entirely? Something exotic? Heroic? Moving? Some Moms and Dads have a dream and awake with clarity on what to name their baby, others peruse the web for hours on end, reading baby names and leaning their meaning to see what fits. This process can be fun!
What’s in a name- Names are important. We use them to distinguish one person from another. Over the years names are used over and over, but the meaning behind the names still remain. Pass on the name of a family member you admire, from another person you admire but may not be related to, or a name that means something to you, or speaks to the life and traits you wish for your little one. You have been connected to your child for a significant amount of time by the time you meet them in the flesh- so trust your instincts. There is freedom in what you name your child!
How to make a decision- There are a few facts to consider. First find a name that you and your mate can agree upon. Making individual lists and then cross-referencing them is a good place to begin. Next, take a look at the full name. What is the meaning of the name when you put the first and last name together? Do the initials spell anything? You certainly would not want to name a child with the initials resulting in another word, for example: Ashley Sarah Silverberg. That monogram may not be the most appealing.
Some Rules- Well by rules I mean there are not any. Sure tradition may be consulted, but you and your spouse are the ones who are ultimately responsible for the name of your child, other than the child him/herself. Though there may be some pressure from outside sources, know that you are free to make the decision. Think of the third option, use the family name as the middle name or the first name then call the child by their middle name. In this day and age, it is important to establish boundaries with family from the very beginning, and the name is no exception. They can still be invovled in your child’s life. You may decide to welcome others input or tell them you are not discussing or disclosing the baby’s name until the child is born. Whatever feels right to you and your spouse, do that. Now you have an expert to cite. ; )
Wishing you a joyous time as your discover the name of your little one, if you already have little ones take 15 min and do a fun craft with their name and explain it origin. This can be another fun way toconnect with your child.