"Origins and meanings of over 2,500 names"--Cover.

The authors of Beyond Jennifer & Jason, the bestseller that revolutionized baby naming, offer the last word on the perfect first name. Hope is hot, Hortense is not-- at last, here's what parents really need to know before naming a baby. For years you knew what to expect from a baby-name book: a long, dull list of names with their dictionary definitions. All that changed with Beyond Jennifer & Jason-- the groundbreaking book on styles and trends in baby names that has been called "the best baby-naming book ever written" (The News Journal). Now Rosenkrantz and Satran return with an all-new baby-name guide that is destined to become a classic. Like other books, it's packed with entries on girls' and boys' names from A to Z, but no one else gives you the inside story on names: why the world has all the Ashleys it needs, why everyone loves Emily, and why you should or should not call your son Ishmael. Drawing on sources as diverse as ancient myths, current TV series, the Bible, and world literature, The Last Word on First Names is a readable, witty, and illuminating guide to the real-world meaning of Miranda, Max, and thousands of other names from Abigail to Zelig. No one should name a baby without this book.

Unsure what to name to give your baby? Don't worry, this guide has you covered. With over 10,000 A-Z baby names for boys and girls, choosing a name for your baby has never been easier. With name meanings, variations and tips, you can rest assured that this book will enable you to make the right choice for your new born baby. Unlike other baby name guides, this book also includes a wide number of ethnic names including Jewish, Muslim, Hispanic, Japanese and French. It can often seem like choosing a name for your newborn can leave you scratching your head and clueless. There are just so many names out there, right? Luckily, we've cut out the hard work for you and provided you with an essential extensive guide to choosing the perfect name for your baby. - Over 10,000 Names - Separate Sections for Boys and Girls - Full Name Meanings and Origins - Includes Various Cultural Names

"Over 2,500 names from around the world, includes traditional and contemporary names, Provides information on origins and well-known bearers, offers guidance on how to find the right name and on creating your own!"--P. [4] of cover.