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Last names that make great first names
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  • Brady
    Irish, English, Spirited, broad island.
  • Carson
    English, Son of Carr.
  • Carter
    English, Cart driver.
  • Cassidy
    Irish, Clever, curly-haired.
  • Cooper
    English, Barrel-maker.
  • Dawson
    English, Son of David.
  • Jones
    English, Child of John.
  • Lincoln
    English, Settlement by the pool.
  • Miller
    English, Grain grinder.
  • Parker
    English, Park keeper.
  • Presley
    English, Priest's meadow.
  • Quinn
    Irish, Short for Quincy (fifth son's estate).
  • Reed
    English, Scottish, Red-haired; slender piece of grass.
  • Slater
    English, Roof slater.
  • Smith
    English, Blacksmith.
 

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on Jan 24, 2011
You forgot Preston! My maiden name, and now my son's first name. I figured if I couldn't keep it, someone should have it. :)
on Feb 21, 2011
My middle name is Bailey, which is my mom's maiden name, and I know several people who use it as a first name too! -Ryan www.yikedat.com
on Apr 29, 2011
My maiden name, Morgan, has definitely been mentioned by other family members to be a possibility for our next little one.
on Oct 12, 2011
What are opinions on the name Trypp Leland Brown. Leland being a family name. Any other suggestions as to a unique first name?
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