Halcyon 
Greek, "Calm"
You might refer to the time you spend with your new baby as "halcyon days," meaning an era of great happiness. With its ethereal feel and elegant spelling, Halcyon is a delightful and memorable name.

Variations
Halcion, Halcionne, Halcyonne
Nicknames
Halley, Halci, Hal
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