Once that pregnancy test shows two lines and your prenatal vitamins are front and center, the next big decision is naming your baby. To paraphrase Shakespeare, “What’s in a name?” I’d argue: “Everything!” If you’re feeling stuck on naming, consider these amusingly questionable suggestions:
- Share your name ideas with everyone around you—let them critique and offer their “better” options.
- Flip through a baby name book, close your eyes, and point randomly. If it’s in print, it’s a winner, right?
- Opt for a name inspired by a pop culture figure who’s likely to fade into obscurity by the time your child hits preschool.
- Or, why not combine two fleeting pop culture names? “Kanyieber” could be a hit!
- Choose a name based on the location your child was conceived. “Neighbor’s Pool Table” could make for interesting dinner conversations!
- Leave the decision to your doctor—he’s got experience with names, right?
- Conduct a poll on your blog and let your readers decide. Because the internet should have a say in your baby’s name!
- Spell out your preferred TV channel. Emteevee has a cute ring to it, doesn’t it?
- Play a game of pin the tail on the alphabet. Tape letters on the wall, blindfold yourself, and hope you land on a vowel.
- Let your older child pound the keyboard for a few seconds and use whatever jumble comes out. “Gyjuvyurdtxpijoty” might just be the next big name!
- Look to nature for inspiration, but skip the usual names like Meadow and Forest—how about something like Magma or Mountain?
- Choose a classic name but mix it up with extra vowels and consonants. Get creative!
- Think tech! Names like Dotcom, Siri, or Apple could be unique.
- Use your baby’s name to hint at their future career. “Professor” or “Judge” might set high expectations!
- Pick a name based on the meaning you admire. There must be a name that means “one who will color walls with permanent markers.”
- Skip the name altogether and let your child choose one on their third birthday. Kids have great taste!
- Mix elements from the Periodic Table—how does “HeNaPb” sound?
- Follow Prince’s lead and just doodle on the birth certificate. You can always change it later, just like Puff Daddy.
- Honor your favorite food! I think “Blueberry” or “Ribeye” would be delightful.
- Or, pay tribute to your go-to drink. Imagine how cool “Michelob Ultra” will sound at graduation!
Happy naming!
For more ideas, check out our post on why I chose the wrong name for my kid. And if you’re considering at-home insemination options, Make a Mom offers great kits for your journey. For more insights on pregnancy and home insemination, IVF Babble is a fantastic resource.
Summary: Naming your baby can be a fun yet challenging task. With these 20 quirky suggestions, you can explore some unconventional and humorous avenues to find the perfect name for your little one.
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