What did you name your new baby?

It’s a beautiful day at a quiet inlet on the west coast. Several families are enjoying a momentary “home” on their blankets in the sunshine.

I am seated in a comfortable spot talking with my mentor, Clayne Connings. Suddenly a tiny girl streaks past us, headed straight for the water.

“Emma!” A mother’s agitated voice calls out. There is a flurry of activity and Emma’s mother brings her back to the family blanket with the intention of finishing their lunch.

We laugh as four more times in the next 6 minutes, Emma’s name is called out and she is off again in some new direction that will need immediate supervision.

The name “Emma” is a 6-8-5, a vibration that propels the child into activity that is rapid and often risky. Her mind is never at rest; her desire to learn (but not be taught), insatiable. Her body finds it very hard to sit still. In fact, the more anyone says, “No,” or, “Don’t,” the more her 5 expression fights the restrictions with, “Just watch me!”

We name our children for many reasons but rarely with a conscious awareness of how the name we give them will shape their thoughts and their lives. Until I read Connings’ book, Miracle of Names, I hadn’t considered this either.

Now when a new parent introduces me to their little “Justin” (a 3-9-3 name) I say, “He’ll be busy.” But I’m thinking “scattered” is more like it. “Get him into music,” I continue, “If you can.” Three’s are inspired by almost everything but often don’t have the patience to develop the skills they need to inspire others in return.

Run the numbers of your children’s names (your siblings, your partner) through the calculations and check with the descriptions below for how their first names affect their interests, decisions and personalities. Or order a summary analysis today.

First name expression:

1. Blunt, candid, competitive does not easily understand another’s point of view
2. Charming, submissive, likes sweets and is often late for appointments
3. Funny and generous but has difficulty completing projects and assignments
4. Logical, practical, cautious, traditional, involved in data analysis and research
5. Impulsive, defends the underdog and reacts to accusations and injustices
6. Serious, advises and teaches, does not like to be caught not knowing something
7. Awkward in social situations, misunderstood, judgmental and has few friends
8. Large personality, dominates conversation and has a strong voice
9. Charitable, compassionate, emotional, has difficulty saying, “No.”