A baby name is one of the most important things you give to your baby boy or baby girl. According to Kylie, from MSU, a baby name helps determine your child's identity. Will they be lazy? shy? aggressive? or maybe creative? thoughtful? determined? Of course, there are other factors involved, but choosing a good baby name is something that you have immediate control over. It is a good way to give your child's life a head start towards a great future.

With the warning out of the way, don't forget there is still hope to find the perfect baby name. Here is our guide to choosing the perfect baby name.

1. Finding good baby names

Finding a good baby name can get very involved and take a long time. There are a lot of things to consider... Is the name too unique? is it too common? will it affect my child's ability to get a job? According to NBC News, a name definitely affect your chances at landing a job. As stated in the article:

Shuki Khalili: I tried using an American name, ‘Andrew Warner,’ and suddenly I could at least engage them in conversation and sell them some ads so I could build my business.

This quote definitely emphasizes the importance of a name!

Here are a few tips on choosing a good baby name