Tag Archives: Baby names

Handing Down Names

Posted on June 9, 2026 by Andrea R Huelsenbeck

My parents named me Andrea Gabriela. My father’s name was Andreas, so my first name is after him. My middle name is for his aunt, who was a Benedictine nun, Sister Gabriela. Those names were significant for my parents. My … Continue reading →

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What’s in a Name? by ARHuelsenbeck

Posted on September 23, 2016 by Andrea R Huelsenbeck

Most parents agonize over what to name their precious babies. They recognize names are an important part of our identities. Your name influences others’ perceptions of you. As a child, I hated my name. It was too different. Most girls … Continue reading →