How do Swiss parents choose a name for their baby?

Swiss baby names are chosen three months before the babys birth and submitted for the governments approval. Parents are to select names that are not offensive, do not harm or shame the child, and avoid unsuitable names (1).

Are there any rules about baby names in Switzerland?

Some Swiss rules for naming your baby include picking a linguistically Swiss name since strange or creative names are not accepted. The International Book of First Names 2008 edition is used as a reference for genuine names. Names that are harmful or offensive are not permitted. Names that consist of numbers and single letters like J are prohibited, farm names may be removed or the order changed (1). Babies cannot be named after popular Swiss brands. Parents are not allowed to name their children after negative characters from the Bible like Cain, Judas, or Lucifer.

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13 Swiss Baby Names with Meanings, Starting With A

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Name	Gender	Meaning
Armend	Boy	Golden intelligence; Golden mind
Aelyn	Unisex	Moon halo; One that belongs to the moon
Annagret	Girl	Glorious one; Bright and nightless
Accola	Boy	Neighbor or to live near
Adalheid	Boy	Golden
Adank	Boy	Adank is Swiss variant of Adam and means earth
Adolfus	Boy	A noble wolf
Aebi	Boy	Noble
Agnetta	Girl	Chaste or holy
Agon	Boy	The dawn; Contest; Sword's edge

Altherr	Boy	Old master; Older person of high status
Amacker	Boy	Topographic name from 'am Acker', meaning by the field.
Arnborg	Boy	Eagle; Protection

Infographic: Popular Swiss Baby Names with Meanings, Starting With A

When you choose a baby name for your bundle of joy, you want it to reflect a meaningful story while fitting their personality. The perfect name may sound elegant, connect to nature, or represent deep-seated traits your family values. Our infographic below contains a compilation of some Swiss Baby Names with Meanings, Starting With A, perfect for your little one.

Swiss Baby Names with Meanings, Starting With A(infographic)

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