Thanks to my inability to filter this mouth of mine, it is now known that the Powell Pack will be bringing a baby GIRL to this world in November ?. While we are beyond excited (who doesn?t love ruffle buns and bows?), I am totally stressing about one of the most important parts of having a baby: choosing the name!
I am asked on a daily basis if we have names picked out yet. I feel bad answering NO each time, but let?s be honest ? there is some pressure to this decision! A name is important. Once we choose this name for our little girl, she is stuck with it for life ? or at least for18 years, at which point she can go change it if she doesn?t like what we chose. LOL.
Let?s face it: humans are judgmental creatures. If a name is tease-worthy, you better believe that little 6 year old is going to get teased on the playground. What parent in their right mind wants to give a child a name that might add to their risk of getting teased or bullied?
As adults, we also judge based on names. Before we get to know a person, the only bit of info we have to judge by is their name. Some names sound powerful, some sound weak. Some sound prissy, and some sound sassy. Some are boring, some are wacko. As a parent, how can I be sure that the name I choose for this little innocent bundle of joy helps her more than it hurts her?
Oh the joys and stresses of parenthood.
I need your help with some suggestions! Please, please, PLEASE comment here with your baby names. Heck, I?ll even throw in a prize of some sort?I don?t know what yet, but if you throw out a winning name, and you’re the first one to suggest it, I will contact you after the baby is born and send you something awesome ;). Be sure to suggest a first, middle and last name!
Other Things to consider:
Matix and Marley both start with M. Cash is a C (obviously). Does baby #4 need to start with a C? If her name starts with an M, will Cash feel left out?
Marley and Cash both have names that come from famous musicians ? Bob Marley and Johnny Cash. Poor Matix is left out. Will we need to make sure NOT to give baby #4 a name that can be related to a famous musician?
So much to think about. When you share your name suggestion, if there is a significance in why you picked it, be sure to let me know!
Comment away!!!!
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The previous post of mine goes along with what you and Chris are looking for in a name, but if I had another baby, and it was a girl, I would name her Emma!
Chriseidi Lane Powell
Hello, thanks for allowing us to help you with a name. I have always loved the name Cheyenne Alexis Powell. I wanted to name my next girl this but never got the chance. I also love the name Shayla Nicole Powell. They borne make me think of what a special little girl you will have. Wish you both all the best with everything…
First of all let me just say I don’t care about winning anything. I just want to help and personally I like the names Charlotte and Grace. Second, if you were to incorporate the name of a famous musician’s name that began with a “C” I’d go with Cass for Mama Cass Elliot of the Mamas and the Papas (born Ellen Naomi Cohen) which could be short for Cassandra. For an “M” name you could go with a name of Marilyn. Marilyn Monroe was more known for her acting than her singing, I suppose. I just like the name. Finally, in considering that you neither want Cash or Matix to feel left out, then start with Marilyn since she is not necessarily famous as a musician so Matix isn’t left out and Cassandra for a middle name so you can incorporate both a “M” and an “C” name. Cassandra can be shortened to Cass as a nickname if it would suit her later on. Her name could thus be Marilyn Cassandra Powell.
How about Kaleigh. (Irish, Gaelic) Meaning beautiful, lovely.
It is the name of our second born daughter. She is now a strong, beautiful 11 year old. She loves the Lord and is a beautiful talented gymnast.
Addison Noelle
Reagan Emily
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I absolutely love my first name…. Amren. You’re probably wondering how to pronounce it. It sounds just like Cameron but without the c. I’ve never met anyone with my same first name. It’s unique but not weird like most unique names. When meeting new people, I always get, “oh that’s a beautiful name.” I’d gladly share it with a Powell!
I have always been partial to the name Catherine. If you wanted a nickname you could call her Cate. I agree that naming your kids is one of the hardest things you have to do! I’m sure you’ll find some inspiration and you’ll know itnis perfect. Much luck to you all 🙂
Lennon after John Lennon 🙂
Jazlyn … Congratulations on baby #4