A very important task of parenting is naming your child. This is because when you choose a name for your baby, you are creating, at least influencing, your baby’s future. Naming your baby is something that you'll have to live with the rest of your life, and so will your baby. This is the reason that finding the right and perfect name for your baby can be very difficult.

In most cases it is two persons who have to agree on a name, and maybe other family members as grandparents have something they want to say as well. Some parents have no problem agreeing on a name, while other parents go through World War III. There is many ways to look for baby names. You can be looking for popular and trendy names, unique names, ethnic names, religious names or something traditional within your own culture.

Problem finding a name or you can’t agree on a name? Maybe these can be some good ideas for you: both mom and dad make a list of ten of their favorite names (if you don't know your baby's gender, make a list of boys' names and a list of girls' names), and then exchange lists. Both of you need to cross off the names on the other’s list that you absolutely dislike. If any names survive the process, start playing with those in various configurations.

Still not sure of a name? Maybe a visit to these sites can help. Here you find names from different time periods, cultures and religions. You will also find explanations on the meaning behind the names:

http://www.babynames.com  
http://www.mybabynames.com  

http://www.babyhold.com

 

Do you have a story about naming your baby or a favorite name, please send us an e-mail: info@pregnantindubai.com