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Popular baby names by decade

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When searching for the perfect name for baby it sometimes helps to look in the past to get inspiration for the future. After all, what is old is new again. Read on to find out what the most popular names were in the 1900's, 1940's, 1950's, 1960's and 1970's.

 

Baby names that fit your personal style

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BabywithguitarFinding the right name for your baby can be as easy as discovering your personal baby name style. Whether your style is hip, new-age, athletic or exotic, check out these baby name ideas that will fit you -- and baby -- perfectly.

 

Taking shortcuts: Nicknames

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Ah, the inevitable nickname. Although short names like Rose or John can't be abridged, when it comes to longer names such as Elizabeth or Richard, there are many truncated possibilities.

Here's the kicker: whether or not you or your child decide to abridge the name for an informal touch, chances are someone else will shorten it for you. (Have you ever met a Jennifer who didn't want to be automatically called Jen? Us too.)
 

"Inventing" a baby name

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The quest to find a name that's unique yet personal can be accomplished by looking beyond baby books and family trees. In fact, blending two, three or more names together into one is an option many have used to come up with a one-of-a-kind name.

Play around with combinations of the first or middle names of the baby's parents, grandparents, or your favorite names to find inspiration in creating a unique name that represents both your baby and your unique style.
 

Hip-hop baby names

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Your urban style and love of funky beats let the world know you're hip. Why not reflect that in the name you give your new baby?

With alternatives to the 10 most popular--and most often given--baby names of 2008, many parents are showing off their passion for hip hop when signing their baby's birth certificate. Baby names with hip and hop showcase your style and ensure your baby will have a "brand" that's as unique as she is.
 

Royal, biblical and historical names: Recipe for success

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If you are like most parents, you know your baby-to-be is more than the average baby; he is going to make his mark on the world. But, before he can run for president, he has to learn to walk, talk and oh, yes, he has to have a name!

Hoping to influence fate as much as possible, some parents have been known to take their history lesson seriously. That is, name their bundle of joy after people who have already made their mark in hopes their child can follow in the footsteps of their namesake.

 

Cool TV names

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Forwers of the ABC hit series, "Lost," the name "Hurley" may stir images of a millionaire lottery winner who suffered from bad luck after the hitting the jackpot including a death in the family, a house that burned down, and yes, a plane crash. Well, for Moms and Dads seeking unique names for their children, perhaps they'll be able to bypass pop culture character traits in search for the elusive extraordinary name.

Here, a TV Guide-inspired listing of cool TV character names. Which of these scores "top ratings" with you?
 

Top names by state

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From coast to coast, parents-to-be are tasked with giving their bundle of joy a moniker that will identify them for life. Yet, with so many names to choose from, many little rascals still end up with the same name!

 

Choosing a Baby Name

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Choosing a baby name can be hard. The more classic baby names stay in fashion for years, so Jack, Thomas, Emily and Sophie are popular and nearly always in the top 10 lists.

But many of us want something a little different and unique. We don't want our child to be 1 of 5 Graces or Joshs in a class and desperately try to find a baby name that stands out.

 

Top names of 2006

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In 2006, Emma and Aiden were still holding court in the world of baby names, although in 2005 parents preferred Aiden spelled with -an. Meanwhile, seven new baby names entered the Top 100. For girls, Aubrey, Juliana, Maggie, and the intriguing Nevaeh — heaven spelled backward — made the list; for boys, Brody, Miles, and Peyton rose into view.

What's on the way out? Bailey and Makayla are falling fast for girls, and for boys, Julian plummeted 17 spots to #95, so it may heading for the exit.

 

What are popular baby names?

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From the most recent popularity charts to the newest trends taking the world by storm, get the latest on what's hot this year and get insider predictions on what's to come.

One of the biggest reasons parents choose the most popular names is that they have the greatest chance of being liked by all and of being easy to recognize.

 

Baby names from the 1990s

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The US population exceeds 265,000,000. Bill Clinton, the first Democrat in a dozen years, became President. The US went to war with Iraq. We're a little worried that the world will collapse at the stroke of midnight on January 1, 2000. Everyone is watching Pulp Fiction and listening to grunge or hip hop. Everyone wants to start an Internet business.

 
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