If you’re newly pregnant or soon to pop, congratulations! From finding maternity clothes (and by clothes we mean stretchy leggings) to fit a growing bump to nesting ahead of your new arrival, it’s an exciting time. Next up is choosing a name for your new little one, or ones, it might be triplets, you never know. Finding one you like isn’t always a simple decision. Names are deeply personal and can link to culture, race, family history etc. So, if you’re struggling to find one you like, a baby name book can be hugely helpful.
Full of suggestions, ideas and meanings behind names, picking up a baby name book is not just a fun keepsake moment to remember your pregnancy but also means you get a break from scrolling through your phone, something we’re all guilty of doing too much.
To help narrow down your search for the best book to buy, we’ve curated an edit of the very best, all of which you can find on Amazon. And if you’re an Amazon Prime member, you’ll get free same day or next day delivery on your purchases, so if you’re not already subscribed, there’s no better time than now. Amazon is also home to thousands of baby supplies, from nappies to high chairs, so it’s a one-stop-shop for new parents that will always come in handy.
What is the number one baby name?
According to research by Nameberry, Luna, Ophelia, Elodie, Iris and Maeve, in that order, are the most popular girls names of 2021 and for boys, Arlo takes the top spot, followed by Oscar, Hugo, Albie and Atticus.
How do you pick a baby name book?
There’s no shortage to choose from when it comes to picking a baby name book, so keep in mind if you’re keen to find a gender-neutral name or one of cultural significance. There’s books that have been around years if you wanted to find a name that’s more traditional, but also every year, new books are published to adapt to modern times and changing popularity of names.
If you want endless options, try reading Best Baby Names 2021 by Siobhan Thomas which has over 9,000 different names to find inspiration from, or give Inspired Baby Names from Around the World by Neala Shane a go, which expands on the spiritual, historical, and cultural background behind a name. We also love 100,000 + Baby Names by Bruce Lansky, which also comes with advice on choosing a name, trends, and interesting facts alongside a lengthy list.
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