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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 Feb 05 2020
Modern Traditional Boy Names
If it’s a girl, they’re all set. If it’s a boy, this kiddo is currently nameless! Time to call in the Name Sage. Jordan writes: I am expecting baby number three in April and my husband and I cannot agree on a single boy name. We are not finding out the gender this go around […]
Wed Jan 22 2020
Baby Naming Rules for the New Year
These seven smart resolutions can help you make a naming decision you’ll never regret.
Wed Jan 08 2020
Burning Baby Naming Questions
As Nameberry’s resident Name Sage, I hear all sorts of baby naming questions. While every short list and situation is just a little different, a few big themes repeat. And even though my answers vary based on circumstances, some things remain true. With a fresh new year upon us, let’s talk about those enduring questions […]
Wed Dec 18 2019
Celtic Baby Names SOS
The Name Sage to the rescue: Helping this family with very specific specifications!
Tue Dec 03 2019
Traditional Male Names with a Wow Factor
The Name Sage helps this mom find a traditional name with a wow factor for the baby brother of Augusten Emery Axel.
Wed Nov 20 2019
Long Middle Names for Girls
The Name Sage meets the challenge of finding just the right middle name to blend with the short choice of Lia.
Tue Nov 05 2019
Baby Name Compromise: When he hates her favorite
She loves Pearl, he advocates for Cilla–what compromise names can the Name Sage suggest?
Tue Oct 15 2019
Girl Names: A sister for Isla and Elodie
The Name Sage offers some cool suggestions for the coming baby sister of Isla and Elodie. And there’s a poll!
Tue Sep 17 2019
Surname Names for Boys: Help wanted!
The Name Sage is called upon to help find a boy name for this family’s sixth child. Check out her suggestions and vote on the poll!
Tue Sep 03 2019
Cross-Cultural Names: German American girls
The Name Sage rises to the challenge of finding a name that will work in both Germany and America. Vote on her poll!