Baby Boys and Girls Names

All new parents have to make the important decision of a suitable first name for their new baby. With so many names to choose from it can be a daunting task to find the perfect name. Should you choose a traditional name, a modern one or a unique one?

When choosing a name you must bear in mind that the name you choose for your child will say a lot about them - like it or not, many people judge a person by their name. Therefore, it is vital that you take time to choose the correct name for your baby boy or girl.

Some question to ask before choosing a name for your new baby

• Will the name still be suitable when you child has grown up?
• Does the name suit your family surname?
• Do the initials have a silly or embarrassing meaning?
• Is the name likely to be abbreviated to a nickname that you don't like?

How to use this website to choose a name

Use our separate A to Z listings of boys and girls names to help you find the ideal first name for your new baby boy or girl. Choose the first letter of the name from the menu on the left of this page, and you will be taken to the page for that letter.

It is likely that you will find at least two or three names that you like - write them down before you forget them.

If you look lower down this page you will see some random suggestions for boys and girls names.

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Here is a random selection of boy's names

Dean - From the Old English, 'valley'.

Gareth - From the Welsh, 'gentle'.

Leo - From the Latin, 'lion'.

Jed - A short form of Jedidiah, from the Hebrew 'beloved of God'.

Kavan - From the Gaelic, meaning 'handsome'.

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Here is a random selection of girl's names

Arette - French for 'Areta', meaning 'virtuous'.

Vera - From the Latin, 'true'.

Odelia - From the Greek, 'song'.

Bridget - From the Irish, meaning 'strong'.

Maisie - A Scottish form of Margaret.