Exotic Names An Informative Reference Author:Allison Jones Exotic Names are inspiring new baby names with positive meanings from around the world. These unique names are different, with wonderful meanings and metaphors, plus, pronounceable spellings with the right sound to them. This refreshing book contains both new names from exotic lands and historical names from ancient times, alongside the mythic &... more » legendary. Author, Allison Jones, spent a decade studying over 40 languages with native scholars to insure accurate pronunciations and information on the 5,000 names in this collection. Included are sources of some common English/American names, which have been listed under their original root name, accompanied by a cross-reference section in the back to find them. Also, can be found historical Old English names, and those of the Early Pioneers, whom exercised great individuality when naming their children. This easy reference is full of information on unique and exotic names for the expectant mother, couple, or name-seeker, whomever is looking for something different with greater spiritual and empowering potential.« less