Download or read book The African-American Baby Name Book written by Teresa Norman and published by Berkley. This book was released on 1998-02-01 with total page 192 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A comprehensive treasury of more than 10,000 African-American baby names. Names are a hallmark of our heritage, reflections of both the ethnic and religious roots of our past and our dreams for our childrens' future. This A-to-Z guide includes more than 10,000 names, ranging from African names to contemporary names to traditonal Muslim names and more. Also featured is advice on alternative spellings, information on origins and meanings, and tips on choosing a name that will help parents reflect the treasure of the child who owns it. • Alphabetically Listed for Easy Reference •