Gwyneth Paltrow named her baby Apple, and Gwen Stefani named hers Zuma.
A few years ago these names may sound strange, but today names are getting more creative.
According to an analysis by the Social Security Administration on 325 million baby names from 1880 to 2007, last century about half of girls received one of the 50 most popular baby names. Now, however, only a quarter of girls have these names.
Jean Twenge of San Diego State University argues that odd names reveals a culture that is becoming more and more narcissistic.
What do you think? How do you feel about parents’ wanting their children to stand out? What did you name your baby, and why? Share with us in the comments below!
Odd Baby Names: Not Just For Celebs [MSNBC]
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My husband and I both teach. As teachers you are exposed to many kids that you know you don’t want to hear that particular name ever again. I think it’s ok to have a different name. Our children’s names aren’t as uniquie as Apple but still not real common. I personally think the Biblical names are the best, and so many to choose from.