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"What's in a Name" will be a comprehensive 'name' resource-a dynamic, informative and entertaining encyclopedia of everything-name-related. We will feature baby-name suggestions, information about domains, company names, you name it. The tone should be informative yet personal. Extra points if you can inspire thoughts or smiles.

WRITERS GUIDELINES

Please include as much relevant information as possible about the name, within the following template:

GENDER: Male and/or female
PRONUNCIATION: Use a basic pronunciation key
ETYMOLOGY: Original language and meaning of the name

===ORIGIN & HISTORY===
When and where did the name first appear? Is the name affiliated with a religion?

===POPULARITY===
Has the name experienced surges in popularity? A sudden decline? Any idea why?

===FACTS===
Add any unusual or interesting tidbits you can find - associations with pop culture, etc.

===NAMESAKES===
What else has the name? Any significant places, cuisine, movies or books?

===FAMOUS PERSONS===
Who else has the name? Include the full name, occupation and birth date of significant persons.

===NAME VARIANTS===
Alternative spellings, nicknames, the name in other languages.

"What's in a Name" is a pseudonym for our Marketplace publisher.

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