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Look to Greece and Greek history when choosing baby names for boys. Credit: Corbis


When it comes to choosing a name for a newborn son, many parents consider monikers that are strong and classic. And, among the most popular and timeless boys' names, are those with origins in Greek language, culture, history and mythology.

But many parents often choose these Greek baby names without knowing the roots of their meanings. Here's a quick guide to some of the most popular, and a few less common, Greek baby names for boys.

Alexander: A classic, strong Greek name with roots in Greek culture and history, Alexander means "protector of mankind." The popularity of this name can be traced back to Alexander the Great, the legendary emperor who ruled during the fourth century B.C. Though his reign was brief -- Alexander died when he was only 33 -- his influence in spreading Greek culture throughout the known world lasted for centuries.

Anthony: Another popular Greek boy name, Anthony means "worthy of praise." The name's spelling also is associated with the Greek word "anthos," meaning flower.

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Funky baby clothes

American Eagle's 77Kids line is awesome. Credit: Ae.com


You're a cool daddy or hip mama and you want your baby to sport your same funky fashion sense. But there's one problem: Funky baby clothes often don't come cheap.

Fortunately, there are many options from big-name retailers for parents who want to dress their children in cutting edge funky baby fashions without breaking the bank. Here are a few of our faves.

Target: Known for collaborating with high-end designers to offer clothing at value prices, Target has teamed with Paul Frank to offer a line of funky baby clothes that cost less than $20. Only the coolest babies will be sporting Paul Frank for Target royal blue or aluminum zip hoodies featuring the label's iconic monkey design.

Other hip selections from Target's Paul Frank collection include the infant toddler boys' track jacket and, for baby girls, the fun, funky pink umbrella rain hat.


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Malia Obama, shown with her famous dad, has helped popularize her name. Mandel Ngan, AFP/Getty Images


Thanks to first daughter Malia Obama, Hawaiian baby names are more popular than ever.

But Malia, a Hawaiian form of Mary that means "calm," "peaceful" or "probably," isn't the only interesting and popular Hawaiian name you may consider for your baby girl.

With a few exceptions, Hawaiian-influenced girls' names are more widely used today than boys' names. Still, there are many unique and engaging Hawaiian baby names for parents to consider for their son, as well.

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