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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.

Tue Sep 04 2018

Baby Name Doubt: Is This Name Too Different?

They chose a name for Lucy’s brother, but now they’re having doubts. Should they reconsider the name that got away? Kelsey writes: We’re due November 24 with a boy. My husband and I decided to name our son Callahan Samuel and call him Cal.  Samuel is a family name, so that part is sticking. We […]
Tue Aug 21 2018

Choosing Baby Names: Love, Logic, or Both?

When you’ve loved names since you could talk, how can you possibly choose just one? The Name Sage advises logic, unless, of course, the name you adore breaks all the rules …   Adriana writes: We are finally pregnant! After years of infertility, we are expecting. I am a name lover, and have been since […]
Tue Aug 07 2018

Warrior Girl Names: Finding the Right Fit for a Fighter

The Name Sage helps this family seeking a strong name for a daughter facing challenges.
Tue Jul 17 2018

Bold Boy Names: What Goes with Riggins?

The Name Sage returns to help find a name for the brother of Riggins.
Tue Jul 10 2018

Classic Girl Names with Neat Nicknames

The Name Sage faces the challenge of finding a name for a fourth sister.
Tue Jun 19 2018

Boy Name: How to honor Grandma Jacqueline?

The Name Sage asks you to vote on these various namesake options.
Tue May 01 2018

Girl Names: Long and Meaningful

A repeat customer for the Name Sage as she seeks a sister name for Carina.
Tue Apr 17 2018

Girl Baby Names: Freddy’s sister needs a name!

They adore their son’s name Frederick/Freddy–what can they find to love as much for his baby sister?
Tue Mar 20 2018

Beating the Baby Naming Blahs

The Name Sage’s surefire formula for conquering baby name overload.
Tue Mar 06 2018

Strong Girl Names: Matilda, Fiona, Adair

Their daughter is facing surgery immediately after birth. Let’s help her mama find a strong name for this little warrior! Ellen writes: We recently found out that our baby girl has a rare condition that will require surgery and a NICU stay when she finally greets the world. I’ve always loved powerful female names in […]