Baby naming
Welcoming a new family member
A baby naming ceremony offers an alternative to a christening, providing a meaningful way to greet and celebrate your newest family member surrounded by loved ones.
You can choose family or friends to take on the role of significant adults in your child’s life, expressing their commitment in a similar way to godparents.
And it’s not just for babies (as cute as they are!) A naming ceremony is a wonderful way to celebrate and welcome any child who has entered your world, whether through adoption or other circumstances.
Why use a baby naming celebrant?
Personal to you
My baby naming ceremonies are fully tailored to reflect your family’s values and beliefs. Whether you follow a religious tradition or not, I’ll craft a ceremony that warmly welcomes the newest member of your family.
Inclusive to all
I design ceremonies to welcome new family members, regardless of your background, beliefs and everything in between. I offer a completely inclusive service, ensuring that everyone feels respected and valued.
Meaningful support
I’ll be with you every step of the way, from selecting heartfelt readings and rituals to helping you set the perfect tone for the ceremony. Together, we’ll create a ceremony that honours your family’s unique journey.
Holly & Charles Holmes
“From the very beginning, she made us feel comfortable and listened to our ideas, ensuring the ceremony truly reflected our personalities and values.”
FAQs
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A baby naming ceremony is a non-religious event that formally welcomes your child into the family, celebrating their name and reflecting your family’s values and traditions.
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Absolutely! A naming ceremony is a lovely way to welcome any new family member, no matter how they’ve entered your life.
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A baby naming ceremony is a non-religious celebration that focuses on welcoming a child into the family and honouring their name. It can be personalised with readings, music, and rituals that reflect your family’s values and beliefs. Without religious rites, it offers an alternative to a christening.
A christening, on the other hand, is a religious ceremony, typically held in a church, where a child is baptised as part of the Christian faith. It involves specific prayers, blessings, and rituals led by a priest or minister.
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Yes! During a naming ceremony, you can choose family or friends to take on the role of significant adults in your child’s life. They will express their commitment in a non-religious way, similar to the role of godparents.
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Naming ceremonies are £250.