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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!