some of my friends

Hey all! In honor of it being my final week of second year, I thought I’d talk about the names of some friends I’ve made or grown close to this year. 

Name: Annie

Rank (In Canada): n/a

Meaning: Diminutive of Anne or Anna (Anna ranks 47^th in Canada)

My Thoughts: Until recently, I’d assumed Annie was a nickname. After learning that it’s not, we’ve taken to occasionally calling her Annabel, which completely fits. I think Annie is so adorable, but would never use it as a full name. Anna and Annabel (that spelling only) are my favorite Ann- names.

Name: Sarah

Rank (In Canada): 17

Meaning: Lady or Princess

My Thoughts: Sarah is one of those names I want to love, but can’t. I think part of it is that it’s been done to death in my age group. Both Sarah and Sara were top 50 names in ’93 and I just find it boring now. My friend Sarah is a fab association thought, she’s so stunning and a lovely person.

Name: Henrietta

Rank (In Canada): n/a

Meaning: Feminine diminutive of Henry, meaning home ruler.

My Thoughts: I think Henrietta is pretty cool, but it’s not something I’d ever use. I do adore Henry for a boy and all the nickname options in Henrietta. Hattie is my favorite.

Name: Alexander

Rank (In Canada): 25//77

Meaning: Defending men

My Thoughts: To me, Alexander is a pretty fab name. Its 25 spot and the fact that Alex is in 77 make prove that others agree with me too. It’s so strong and masculine and cool, but still a total classic. I also adore the nicknames Alex and Sasha. I may or may not have a huge crush on my Alex, which is making me love his name even more!

Name: Joseph

Rank (In Canada): 71

Meaning: He will add

My Thoughts: Joseph isn’t a name I’d really ever thought about much. I actually had no idea it was so popular in Canada. It’s very masculine and classic, which I love. To me, it’s one of those names that fits a lot of categories, it’s Biblical, but also common. The Joe I know is also incredibly funny, so that’s a good association.

Woo! Don’t get me wrong, I love school, but it’s GREAT to be almost done. And halfway through my BA! Crazy! Hope you all finish up school well. And if not in school, hope you get to summer well too :)

-          Hayl