The ritual of choosing a name for your new baby is one of the biggest responsibilities facing a new parent. With so many names to choose from, it can be hard to know which name might be best for her new bundle of joy. From baby naming books to websites full of naming ideas, parents can find any number of resources for finding a name for their new son or daughter.
Today many more traditional names have become popular again. Girl names like Isabella, Emma, Olivia, Sophia, Abigail, and Madison are among the most common baby names. Boys names like Jacob, Ethan, Michael, Alexander, William, and Joshua are also popular. Traditional names like these have been used for hundreds of years. Parents spend a lot of time searching for the perfect name for their new baby. Whether they choose Chloe as their new daughter or Daniel as their new son, they have a lot to look forward to when it’s time to welcome them into the world.
In the past, many of the same names were among the most common baby names. 50 years ago, girls were often called Mary, Susan, Linda, or Karen; and many children were named Michael, David, James, John, or Robert. Even 100 years ago, some of their very names were common. Names like Mary, Helen, Margaret and Ruth were among the most popular for girls. John, William, James, and Roberts were the most common baby names for boys.
Whatever name parents choose for their new boy or girl, it’s sure to be an exciting time when they first see their baby. Choosing the right name is important, but it’s even more important to stay fit and healthy to ensure you welcome a healthy baby into the world.