First Impressions First Impressions Energetic F ra il G eek y G o o fy H a p p y H o nes t O w e n L a id -b a ck Brooklyn A rle n see also Übergeek; A rc h ie see also J o lly /J o v ia l J a m ison P h ine a s Isra e l J e sse U n p o p u la r geek C a rl D u stin R a sh a d R u sty S e a n F reew h eeling A lb e rt C h a nd le r R a m on H u gga b le S e b a stia n D onov a n T e d d y D e nnis C ore y S a m S olom a n L a nk y D w a yne Energiz ed G id e on D a rre n T a nne r T h e od ore C h a se F rench H u m o ro u s J e re m ia h J a c q u e s K e nny E d d ie W ilb e rt W ood H a rd w o rk ing K a re e m P ie rre P re ston G ord on H u m p h re y Eth nic Be ne tt Intro s p ectiv e Q u e ntin L ou is R oss L u is F riend ly G le n H u nk y J u d e P oni H a rrison L a rge Ev il A d rie l G enero u s Z a ne X a nd e r Bill K e e ne see also H ea v y s et; D e m a n Bra nt G o o fy -lo o k ing K e lv in R u d y Intro v erted O v erw eigh t Bre c k E rne st Im a gina tiv e M ose s L e e D e x te r T re y F a ith fu l C a sp e r H a rs h M u h a m m e d G o rgeo u s L e ona rd D u nc a n G entle E z ra L a tino N a th a nie l F a b ia n Im m a tu re K e nle y Inv iting A lb e rto A u stin J osh H ea rtles s D e nny F a s t p a ced K e nne th D a kota E d u a rd o G entlem a nly K yle J a m ie Ind ia n C ra ig L e on Iris h J a v ie r L onnie J oh a nn G ra cio u s H ea v y m eta l V ija y J ose F ea rfu l S e a m u s L yle G enu ine E llis m u s icia n Inq u is itiv e M ig u e l H e rm a n T y D u ff Ita lia n P a b lo A d d ison G ra y -h a ired W a lte r F eis ty W ill T ony S a ntia g o G ifted W illis H ea v y s et Intellectu a l K e nd a ll see also O v erw eigh t F u n F orre st C la yton Jo lly / Jo v ia l L ea d er J a ke G rega rio u s R u b e n Bob b y A u re k F is h erm a n C a rlo F e rg u s K ie ra n G o d -fea ring J a c k Bryc e M a rlon F inne g a n H efty J e ffe rson T a d J osia h T e d G ra nt A ng u s M a th ia s F la s h y M a lc olm F u n-lo v ing G o o d p ers o n G ro u ch y T ra yton K ind R ola nd o W ilson H elp fu l O c ta v iu s J oh nny Bla ine G a b rie l Intelligent A d on V ic tor R e e se F lirta tio u s G o o d h ea rted G ru ff M a rk see also B rillia n t; C h a rlie G re g R ing o T re nt H a rle y O ttoka r S m a rt C a rm e l L ev elh ea d ed S h a ne J oh n W inston A b ra h a m C h ris F o o tb a ll p la y er Z e no G o o d -h u m o red H ero ic E ric P a yton A rm e n L e o G ru m p y A ntonio J im m y L ia r T yre l A v e ry R ic h a rd F u nny G rov e r L orne A le c G o o d -lo o k ing H ick Ba ra k W a yne M a te o F o o tlo o s e A sh e r see also A ttra c tiv e Billy Bra d y L itera te D a rriu s P a u l V irg il H ila rio D e v in H a nd s o m e C a rte r H igh -s tru ng R e g g ie H u g o J a c kson A ntoine C olin F o rgiv ing R a ym ond R ob e rt L iv ely L e if N ic k Bria n C onsta ntine J e su s R od ne y Ba ile y N a th a n C ollin H ila rio u s D e a ng e lo G o o d -na tu red S te v ie F o rm id a b le E v a n M onty D ona ld L o gica l T e rry D e sm ond T yson F a b io G a rrison T re v or S e th V a u g h n P a d d y J a son H illb illy L ione l F o rth righ t R ic ky J e d K ind h ea rted L o nely G a ngly R a p h a e l L loyd D a ryl Ba u l G e org e P u rd y Byron G o o d - T a ylor M a rion F re d K a rl E rnie tem p ered T rista n H ip p ie M a x w e ll J a y C yru s D e nv e r N oe l J oe 1 4 1 5 © 2007 by Bruce Lansky, all rights reserved. Girls Girls Gracie S ta r K id s Gwen Hallie (English) a familiar form of Grace. (Welsh) a short form of Guinevere, Gwendolyn. (Scandinavian) a form of Haley. Image: Gracie wants to save the world. She’s Grier Hammond Image: This name rocks steady because of pop Image: Hallie is a merry gal. People see her as regarded as a caring, considerate, and immensely Want some laughs at your party? Invite icon and fashion designer Gwen Stefani. Gwen a heartfelt and helpful girl brimming with sweet girl with an even sweeter smile. People Grier Hammond. People consider her to reminds most people of a bold and strong- cheer and wit. She’s said to be really cute with feel this petite blond is polite, bright, and be a bubbly schmoozer who’s a funny and willed blond musician. Some folks, however, blond hair, green eyes, and a glowing smile. ambitious in her goals to help others. witty addition to any get-together. She say Gwen is rude, snobby, and greedy. Famous N amesakes: Actress Hallie Kate may even be a comedian by profession. Famous N amesakes: Comedian Gracie Allen Famous N amesakes: Singer Gwen Stefani; Eisenberg; character Hallie Parker (T h e P arent So maybe in about twenty years, can we character Gwen Stacy (Spider-Man) T rap); actress Halle Berry Greer expect to see Grier Hammond, daughter of actress Brooke Shields and TV writer Hanna (Scottish) vigilant. Gwendolyn Chris Henchy, doing stand-up? (Hebrew) a form of Hannah. Image: Greer belongs to the horsy set. People (Welsh) white wave; white browed; new moon. Image: Hanna is a high-powered dynamo. Most see Greer as a well-bred, attractive woman Image: Gwendolyn hides a unique personality people imagine Hanna as a determined and who comes from old money. Naturally athletic, Gretel behind her bashfulness. She’s thought to be a successful business executive with smarts, grace, she’s most likely a great equestrian. People (German) a form of Margaret. quiet and delicate girl whose shyness may make and charm. She’s also thought to be beautiful disagree whether she’s friendly or snobby. Image: Gretel is, of course, a young fairytale her a loner. Those who get to know her say and sophisticated, which no doubt is a plus. Famous N amesakes: Actress Greer Garson; heroine, which is why this name has a childlike she’s smart, sweet, and strong-minded. She Some, however, say she’s meek and too agreeable. image. People consider Gretel to be a naïve may be weirdly creative as well. Blond and femi- star kid Grier Hammond Henchy Biblical figure Hannah; young girl with blond braids and rosy, chubby nine, she’s described as a pixie with a button nose. Famous N amesakes: cheeks. She’s most likely gentle, shy, polite, actress Daryl Hannah; television character Greta Poet Gwendolyn Brooks and quietly sweet. Famous N amesakes: Hannah Montana (German) a short form of Gretchen, Margaret. Famous N amesakes: Character Gretel Gwyneth Hannah Image: Greta has success on her mind. She’s (H ansel & G retel) imagined to be determined, strong-minded, (Welsh) a form of Gwendolyn. (Hebrew) gracious. and goal oriented. This mindset seems to bring Guadalupe Image: Gwyneth seems to have her pretty Image: Hannah has the skills and the heart out her creative, unique talents, but it also (Arabic) river of black stones. nose in the air. Many people believe she’s rude to make a difference. She’s imagined as a sweet, brings out her stubborn, bossy side. She’s and full of herself, although they also admit she’s earnest, and compassionate girl with a longing to Image: Guadalupe has a kind and happy heart. described as a stocky and blond German. This name calls to mind a caring, generous, quite sophisticated and smart. Other people make the world a better place. People say she’s wise beyond her years, full of personality, and Famous N amesakes: News anchor Greta van and soft-spoken Latina who’s short and plump. imagine she’s quiet, prudish, and boring. Not ready to work hard. In addition, she’s described Susteren; actress Greta Garbo She’s considered to be quite cheerful, and she surprisingly, she’s pictured much like actress has an ever-present smile to prove it. Gwyneth Paltrow: blond, tall, and beautiful. as pretty and delicate with golden brown hair. Gretchen Famous N amesakes: Religious icon Our Lady Famous N amesakes: Actress Gwyneth Paltrow Famous N amesakes: Biblical figure Hannah; actress Daryl Hannah; television character (German) a form of Margaret. of Guadalupe; president Guadalupe Victoria Haley Hannah Montana Image: Gretchen feels more comfortable Guinevere working with algorithms than with other (Scandinavian) heroine. Harmony (French, Welsh) white wave; white phantom. people. She’s seen as a smart and studious Image: Haley’s high spirits are endearing— to (Latin) harmonious. woman who’s awkward, geeky, but still sweet. Image: In the King Arthur legend, Guinevere’s most. She’s pictured as a bouncy, perky, and People see the literal meaning with this She may be German and have either blond love affair with Lancelot caused a great deal of happy-go-lucky cutie with blond hair and blue Image: name’s image. They imagine Harmony as a beau- or red hair. strife. For this reason, most people think of eyes. Many people find her to be lovable, but Guinevere as a vulnerable and fragile woman tiful, soft-spoken, and emotionally sensitive others say her loud, high-strung demeanor Famous N amesakes: Actress Gretchen who has come undone. She’s described as a woman who seeks harmony in her life. She’s is annoying, especially because she can be Mol; singer Gretchen Wilson; news anchor slender, ethereal beauty with long hair. People probably happy, polite, easygoing, and religious. Gretchen Carlson believe that under the sorrow, she’s a gentle temperamental and gossipy. She’s also known to seek harmony through music. and smart woman. Famous N amesakes: Actress Hayley Mills; People suspect she has a lovely singing voice. Famous N amesakes: Legendary figure swimmer Hayley Lewis; actress Hayley Duff Famous N amesakes: Character Harmony Guinevere Kendall (B u ffy th e V am pire Slay er) 7 0 7 1 © 2007 by Bruce Lansky, all rights reserved. Boys Boys Gwidon Hank Harold Hayden (Polish) life. (American) a familiar form of Henry. (Scandinavian) army ruler. (English) hedged valley. Image: Gwidon doesn’t have any friends, Image: Hank is a good ol’ boy. Many people Image: Harold’s job is his entire existence. Image: Star W ars star Hayden Christensen’s which is no a surprise. He’s described as a rude see Hank as a simple-minded fellow in a small, He’s thought to be a quiet nerd who keeps to striking good looks play a part in this name’s and mean loner. He may be smart, but he’s rural town. He may be a farmer or a football himself and keeps his mind on his work. People image. Hayden is thought to be a charming strange—perhaps even creepy. People imagine coach, but he likes his beer—and has the envision him as a gangly and balding man who’s and cheerful man who’s tall, chiseled, and he’s overweight. round physique to prove it. intelligent, punctual, and always hardworking. beautiful. People also consider him easygoing, Famous Namesakes: None Famous Namesakes: Baseball player Hank Famous Namesakes: Character Harold Chasen smart, and kind. Aaron; actor Hank Azaria; singers Hank (Harold and Maude); director Harold Ramis; Famous Namesakes: Actor Hayden Christensen; Habib Williams, Sr. and Hank Williams, Jr.; actor Harold Perrineau; character Harold Lee character Hayden Fox (C oach); activist TomHayden (Arabic) beloved. baseball player Hank Blalock (Harold and K umar Go to W hite C astle) Heath Image: Habib is a sweet man who knows Hans Harrison when to be strong. He’s perceived as a caring (English) heath. and responsible people pleaser. He’s typically (Scandinavian) a form of John. (English) son of Harry. Image: It’s easy to let actor Heath Ledger shy and soft-spoken, but he can be quite strict Image: Hans could be a Viking. He’s imagined Image: Perhaps action hero Harrison Ford come to mind for this name’s image. Most and single-minded when it comes to meeting as a Nordic or German man who’s caring and has made an impression on this name’s image. people say Heath is strong, masculine, and his goals. Although Habib is an Arabic name, generous but not very bright. People imagine People see Harrison as a hardworking and stoic thoughtful. They also say he’s tall, blond, and people picture him as an Indian with brown he’s big, tall, and blond with a heroic sense man who’s rugged and masculine. He’s thought stoic, perhaps to the point of being stern. eyes, dark hair, and a strong build. of adventure. to be confident and heroic. Famous Namesakes: Actor Heath Ledger; Famous Namesakes: Diplomat Philip Habib Famous Namesakes: Composer Hans Famous Namesakes: Actor Harrison Ford; football player Heath Miller Zimmer; author Hans Christian Andersen; musician George Harrison; presidents William Hakim character Hans Moleman (The Simpsons); Henry Harrison and Benjamin Harrison Hector (Arabic) wise. (Ethiopian) doctor. character Han Solo (Star W ars) (Greek) steadfast. Harry Image: Don’t mess with Hakim. He’s described Harley Image: Hector’s family loves his big heart. Most as a thug with an attitude. People think he’s (English) a familiar form of Harold, Henry. people say Hector is a manly Latino who’s caring, distant and cold, but it’s his way of dealing (English) hare’s meadow; army meadow. Image: Harry is that older gentleman who’s kindhearted, and dedicated to his family. People with his shyness. He’s pictured as tall, thin, Image: Harley-Davidson motorcycles are quick with a joke and a smile. Most people think suspect he’s a bit absent-minded, but he’s also and dark-skinned. known for their rough ’n’ tough image, and of Harry as a smart and funny older man with silly. A few people, however, say he’s brutish Famous Namesakes: Allah title al-Hakim; this name is no different. Harley is described a kind heart. He may not say much, but when and rude. basketball players Hakeem Olajuwon and as gruff, nasty, and rebellious biker. People say he does speak, his words are honest and sweet. Famous Namesakes: Greek mythological Hakim Warrick he’s even reckless. Physically, he’s pictured as Famous Namesakes: Film and book character figure Hector; actor Hector Elizondo burly and greasy. Harry Potter; magician Harry Houdini; president Ham Famous Namesakes: Motorcycle manufacturer Harry S. Truman; British prince Harry; film Henry (Hebrew) hot. Harley-Davidson character “ Dirty” Harry Callahan (German) ruler of the household. Image: Be honest—what else can you expect Harmon Harvey Image: Wise and gracious, Henry is a when you hear the name Ham? It’s not surpris- wonderful man. He reminds people of a ing that people describe Ham as a piggish, rude, (English) a form of Herman. (German) army warrior. scholarly professor—perhaps a reference to and dorky man. They also claim he’s sloppy, Image: Mark Harmon stars in the TV drama Image: Harvey harkens back to a simpler, Henry Higgins of My F air L ady. He’s thought ignorant, and totally unappealing to women. N C IS, which may explain this name’s military sweeter time. People picture Harvey as an to be responsible, conscientious, and kind. Famous Namesakes: Biblical figure Ham image. People describe Harmon as a loyal, awkward nerd who’s smart but quiet. He’s Famous Namesakes: British king Henry strong-hearted, and very good-looking considered old-fashioned in a sweet way. VIII; actor Henry Fonda; industrialist Henry military man. Famous Namesakes: Producer Harvey Ford; secretary of state Henry Kissinger; Famous Namesakes: Actor Mark Harmon; Weinstein; actor Harvey Keitel; play and author Henry Miller baseball player Harmon Killebrew film Harv ey; radio personality Paul Harvey

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