Discover First Name Origins

Presenting an ever growing list of first name origins from all over the world. Whether you need to find the meaning of names for your expected new baby or you're just curious to know the what your own name means, you've come to the right place.

Whether you're looking for rare baby names, or popular, unique, cool, or exotic ones you'll find them along with their definitions in this online guide. You'll find Irish, Japanese, Chinese, Italian, German, Hawaiian names and many, many more.

When choosing a first or even a middle name for your upcoming baby, here are some things to consider:

• Although you don't know what your baby's personality will be, you can choose a name that represents what you want his/her personality to become.
• You can name them after a special family member.
• You can name them after a special family friend.
• You can name them after your favorite statesman, actor, musician, or other famous person that you admire.
• Speak the name out loud and often over a few days to see if it continues to sound good over time.
• Will your child appreciate living with this name for a lifetime?.

Again, this first name origins list is ever growing so check back often for more and more baby names and meanings.

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