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14 Double Baby Names That Are Too Cute for Words

It’s a Southern tradition that’s totally trending

Want your baby’s name to be original? Double baby names are the way to go. It’s actually a Southern tradition to choose two monikers for your newborn, and it’s totally trending. Here, 14 adorable combos that we love the most.

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1. Sarah Blanche

Meaning: “Princess” and “fair.” Not a bad combo.

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2. John Preston

Meaning: “Gracious” and “from a spiritual place.” (Plus, a nod to Sex and the City’s Mr. Big.)

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3. Anna Grace

Meaning: Anna actually means “grace,” so voilà! The perfect pairing.

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4. Mary Kate

Meaning: “Wished-for child” meets “pure and clear.” Aww.


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5. Jack Wyatt

Meaning: Both names together mean “man guide.” So basically, he’s a lumberjack-in-training.

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6. Emma Reese

Meaning: “Whole” and “fiery.” Go baby, go.

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7. Roy Lee

Meaning: “King” and “meadow.” Love that combo.


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8. Katie Belle

Meaning: “Pure” and “beautiful.” (Cue the Harry Potter references.)

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9. Lila Jane

Meaning: “Dark-haired beauty” and “God’s gracious gift.” She slays.

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10. Sawyer Ford

Meaning: “Cuts timber” and “river crossing.” (Hopefully not at the same time.)

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11. Stella Ruth

Meaning: “Star” and “companion.” Be still our heart.

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12. Jenna Lyn

Meaning: “Fair lady” and “lion-like.” Damn, girl.

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13. Celia Ann

Meaning: “From the heavens” and “grace.”

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14. Sue Ellen

Meaning: “Lily” and “light.” (Also, looks good in shoulder pads.)

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