Publisher Description

So you're expecting a baby - congratulations! Now comes one of the most enjoyable, yet difficult, decisions you'll have to make as new parents: choosing a name for your baby. We guide you through what you need to consider when making this important decision, as well as a generous helping of funny and unfortunate real names, so you know what NOT to name your baby. If your surname is WHITE don't call your child ISLA; Check that your baby's initials don't spell GBH or RAT; What are the top 10 boys and girls names? With over 10,000 names, their origin and meaning, we'll provide the inspiration and advice you need to make a choice you and your baby are happy with for life. Find White Ladder on facebook and on twitter @Whiteladder01

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The birth rate in the UK has risen steadily since 2001, meaning that more and more parents are looking for inspiration in naming their offspring. This book provides just that.

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Need inspiration naming your newborn? Then look no further. 10,000 baby names is jam-packed with the most popular baby names, latest celebrity choices and names making a comeback, so you can pick the perfect name for your baby. Choose from a huge list of the most current names, their meaning and origin, as well as funny - and unfortunate -real names you'll want to avoid. Includes tips on: * What to consider when choosing a name * Middle names, initials and nicknames * What NOT to name your baby Choose a name you and your baby are happy with for life.

Author Biography

Holly studied at the University of St Andrews where she attained an MA in English and an M.Litt in Romantic Studies. She currently lives in London where she works in publishing and continues to read Jane Austen and other classic novels voraciously.

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A fresh and contemporary approach to naming a new baby

Long Description

So you're expecting a baby - congratulations! Now comes one of the most enjoyable, yet difficult, decisions you'll have to make as new parents: choosing a name for your baby. We guide you through what you need to consider when making this important decision, as well as a generous helping of funny and unfortunate real names, so you know what NOT to name your baby: If your surname is WHITE don't call your child ISLA; Check that your baby's initials don't spell GBH or RAT; What are the top 10 boys and girls names? Who called their baby girl SURI? With over 10,000 names, their origin and meaning, we'll provide the inspiration and advice you need to make a choice you and your baby are happy with for life.

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Choosing a name for your baby is an exciting, but difficult task. We bring you 10,000 names, their origins and meanings, as well as Britain's most popular baby names, recent celebrity choices, and important things to consider.

Description for Sales People

There are 10 baby names books in the top 50 parenting bestsellers list, selling on average 7,000 copies every year There are 370,000 new parents each year, each looking for inspiration when naming their new born Attractively presented and fantastic value for money, from the publishers of the best-selling Baby Names 2010

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