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Articles by Abby Sandel

Abby Sandel is the creator of the baby name blog Appellation Mountain and mom to Alex and Clio.

Wed Aug 12 2020

Choosing Vintage Boy Names

They agree on vintage boy names, and yet can't agree on The Name for this baby! If it's a girl, she'll be Sylvie Rae Scott. But what would you choose for Blythe Norah;s little brother?
Wed Jul 15 2020

Bold Boy Names: A Brother for Wolfie

She loves bold boy names. He has his doubts. They compromised with Alexander “Wolfie” Wolfgang for their first son, but now it’s time to name his brother and they’re stuck. Time to ask the Name Sage.
Wed Jun 17 2020

Name Sage: Finding Romantic Boy Names

They’re naming a brother for Ophelia. After agreeing on her name instantly, they’re stumped this time around. Time to find some long, romantic boy names. Check out the Name Sage’s suggestions, and share yours, too!
Wed Jun 03 2020

Name Sage: Choosing Names When You Disagree

Choosing baby names when you and your partner disagree can be tough! The secrets: start early, focus on the qualities you’d like in a name, and get some suggestions from the Nameberry community, too.
Wed May 20 2020

Name Sage: Choosing Cute Classic Girl Names

The Name Sage helps a family find cute classic girl names, combining traditional strength with playful nicknames. What works best with brothers Theodore “Teddy” and Jack?
Wed May 06 2020

Finding International Boy Names

They’re expecting a new son this month, but can’t find a great name that works equally well in German and English. Let’s help them grow their list!
Wed Apr 15 2020

Boy Names Balance the Traditional and New

She loves rare and unexpected names. He likes to keep it more traditional. Sound familiar? It’s the classic tug-of-war between too-common and too-out-there for this couple. Let’s help them name a brother for Scout Valentine.
Wed Apr 01 2020

Rare Girl Names Promise Sisterly Style

Choosing a name for Delphine's new sister means finding more rare girl names that stand out, without feeling too different.
Wed Mar 04 2020

Choosing Offbeat Boy Names

They named their first son Ralph because they found it traditional, but approachable; a little bit different, but still cuddly and fun. Now let’s find more offbeat boy names to help name Ralph’s brother!
Wed Feb 19 2020

Wanted: A Girls’ Name That’s NOT Popular

Growing up as one of the Emilys has this mom seeking a stand-out name for her daughter. Emily writes: My husband and I are expecting our first child and need some name help! We have a boy name, but are struggling to come up with the right girl name. Growing up as an Emily M., […]