This volume addresses the challenge of selecting a suitable name for a newborn by providing an expansive, curated, and opinionated database of options. The authors, Pamela Redmond Satran and Linda Rosenkrantz, leverage their extensive expertise in naming trends to move beyond simple etymology. They present a framework that categorizes names by style, cultural origin, and social connotation, offering parents a structured way to navigate the overwhelming variety of naming choices.

The text functions as a comprehensive, high-density reference tool for expectant parents seeking both variety and editorial guidance in their selection process. Its structured approach to categorization makes it a practical resource for those looking to balance tradition with modern naming trends.