Name Our Greener Baby Contest, Submissions Vol. 1

That's right, we want you to name our baby, and there is still time left! Please see below for the first installment of name submissions, or visit the original post for complete rules and guidelines!

We like what we are seeing; some of the names have definitely given us something to think about. Think you can do better? Enter the contest yourself! Or leave a comment with your favorites from the list below.

We've still got more names to process and publish, but here is an initial taste. Again, a special thanks to our contest sponsors, Ecoist and Rag Trade Happy Clothing Co.

Name: Antonio 

Why: It sounds good in Spanish y ingles, and it's common, but not the most common name.

This baby's eco-passion: Helping clean up the beaches in Miami, and the oceans in general.

-- Submitted by Joe P.

Name: Carson

Why: Named after Rachel Carson, who could quite possibly be considered the mother of the green movement.

This baby's eco-passion: To inspire new generations to protect the living world and all its creatures, just like his namesake.

-- Submitted by Shimona K.

Name: Oliver

Why: Baby Oliver could extend his olive branches as peace offerings.

This baby's eco-passion:  Trees and plants as sources of nourishment and healing, as well as strength and longevity.

-- Submitted by Annabelle B.

Name: Lucien

Why: Means light, illumination. Because only monsters live in the dark.

This baby's eco-passion: Sustainable energy sources, the electric car.

-- Submitted by Annabelle B.

Name: Arnan

Why: Because the purpose of life is to be happy; and because no matter, what there is something to be happy about

This baby's eco-passion: Eco-friendly homes, travel.

-- Submitted by Annabelle B.

Name: Marcelo

Why: We love our son's name so much, we want to pass it on to you! Marcelo offers a nice flow in sound with tradition and depending on how some might perceive it, Marcelo sounds exotic! Marcelo means "little warrior." However, Marcelo is our little warrior living an eco-friendly and organic lifestyle. He uses everything from Similac organic formula to organic cotton clothes and towels, lotions, and also plays with a couple of sustainable toys.

This baby's eco-passion: Your son's eco-passion should develop through his exposure of cultures and the environment, values, and abilities from everyday life.  Of course, parental influence is also helpful in creating an eco-foundation.

-- Submitted by Yvonne & Jayson K.

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