Name Your Baby [Paperback]

Lareina Rule (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: April 1, 1986

From Abigail to Zachary, the most complete book of its kind, with more than 10,000 names! Inside this book:

- Accurate meanings for each name

- Its country of origin

- The historical and literary figures who make it famous

- The root word for each name

- Nicknames and variations

plus

The Special Astrology section that reveals your baby's character, personality, birthstone, flower, color and more.

Editorial Reviews

From the Publisher

From Abigail to Zachary, the most complete book of its kind, with more tha 10,000 names! Inside this book:

- Accurate meanings for each name

- Its country of origin

- The historical and literary figures who make it famous

- The root word for each name

- Nicknames and variations

plus

The Special Astrology section that reveals your baby's character, personality, birthstone, flower, color and more.

From the Inside Flap

From Abigail to Zachary, the most complete book of its kind, with more than 10,000 names! Inside this book:

- Accurate meanings for each name

- Its country of origin

- The historical and literary figures who make it famous

- The root word for each name

- Nicknames and variations

plus

The Special Astrology section that reveals your baby's character, personality, birthstone, flower, color and more.

Product Details

• Paperback: 256 pages
• Publisher: Bantam (April 1, 1986)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0553271458
• ISBN-13: 978-0553271454
• Product Dimensions: 4.1 x 0.9 x 6.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 4.3 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.1 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (8 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,116,147 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Time-Honored and True, June 4, 2000

By A Customer

This review is from: Name Your Baby (Paperback)

Unlike most baby name books that focus on style over substance, this book excels at accurate meanings (even when they aren't PC) and research. The pronunciation guides, meanings, variations, language/country of origin, etc. are all spot-on and thorough. I've permanently loaned several copies of this book to expectant friends and have never regretted it - nor, I'm sure, have Frey, Penelope, Cecily, Jael and Nerissa all of whom have it to thank for their names! A classic for parents, authors and nomenclature enthusiasts.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Truly a Gem....For ALL Moms!, May 10, 2000

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Jennifer Griggs - See all my reviews

This review is from: Name Your Baby (Paperback)

So many names, so much information, so much fun! I practically had it memorized by the time my first was born. The horoscope section gives you a peek into your bundle of joy's personality, their traits, their preferences,...even potential career tracks! The list of names is plentiful, complete with meanings, origins, and alternate spellings. I have since misplaced my copy. Not to worry, I knew exactly what I wanted and no substitutes are acceptable. Whether you're a mom or a mom-to-be or shopping for either one, this is the only name book to buy.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Classic, January 31, 1998

By A Customer

This review is from: Name Your Baby (Paperback)

Names, like clothing, go out of style and date. This is one of the older Baby Name books out there that I've found. It contains classic names with classic spellings. Well researched, not misleading in any way, and a joy to use as a reference tool. In fact I searched for 2 years to try to replace it before it was reprinted. Never loan out your books.