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xxix, 567 pages ; 16 cm
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English
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"A guide for parents who know that the perfect name lasts a lifetime -- it suits not just a cuddly newborn but grows with a child from babyhood through adulthood. 1,107 baby names that stand the test of time makes a strong case for each name selected and features the name's definition, history, variations and nicknames, and its 'meaning' in the larger cultural sense. Includes a primer on the basic rules of baby naming including sounds, rhythm, ethnic...
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xi, 176 pages ; 22 cm
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English
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What's in a name? A lot. For generations, they've indicated a lot about a person: their family history, personality traits, and qualities--and let's not forget about nicknames, both good and bad. But while a name may have special significance to the parents who choose it, when you stop and think about it, there's little else it can reveal about a baby, or the adult that child grows into. Try to accurately imagine what a kid named Frankie looks like...he...
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vii, 357 pages ; 27 cm
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English
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"Many places in the world, from the smallest settlement to the largest expanse of land or water, have a secondary name. This new dictionary is devoted to over 4,500 such names. The Dictionary entries are arranged alphabetically by secondary name and include the city's real name, its location, and an explanation of the secondary name"--Provided by publisher.
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ix, 416 pages ; 21 cm
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English
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"Growing a baby? Got to name it? No sweat. Take naming inspiration from the ultimate, most kick ass men and women in history. This baby name book is an A-Z of total badasses, explains what gives them serious swagger and the reasons why they are worthy of being your future son or daughter's moniker. From the world-changers and fearless adventurers, to the whip-smart inventors and scientists of the last five centuries, why not name your little bundle...
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What's in a name? If you want your new baby to grow up to be an astronaut, why not try Clayton or Claudie? Or perhaps you'd prefer a ballet dancer (Rudolf or Darcy) or even a scientist (Albert or Marie)? Whatever you hope your little bundle will grow up to be, you'll find the perfect name inside!
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