Baby Girl's Name

After many different thoughts, feelings and prayers we have decided on a name.
Baby Girl Name: Lily Grace Collins

There are several reasons for this name. We both wanted a "different" name. Chris said he liked me before we met because of my name, Dorothy. "It is different and unique," Chris said. Also, we wanted a name with meaning. This baby is a miracle from God already. The fact she has survived so much and has continued to live and grow is a blessing.

I took this picture not too long ago and it reminded me of how simple life can be when reflected on God's blessing. Because he shares his love from above, I call this picture: Angel's Heart Wings.



For fun we both looked our names up and here are the meanings...

Dorothy: "It is of Greek origin, and its meaning is "gift of God". Theodora is its synonym. Literary: the heroine of Frank Baum's "The Wonderful World of Oz", published in 1900. Writers Dorothy Parker, Dorothy Sayers; actresses Dorothy Gish, Dorothy Lamour.

Chris means "followers of the Christ. The Biblical baby name Christian is Greek in origin and it's meaning is followers of the Christ, the anointed one. Christian was the name given by the Greeks or Romans to the followers of Jesus Christ. The term Christian was first used at Antioch." In the baby hunt biblical baby name search was done.

This is the meaning of Lily...

Origin - Latin. Lily is a symbol of purity and resurrection. In his sermon on Mount Hermon, Jesus used the lily as an example of why people should trust in God (Luke 12:27). The prophet Hosea also used the lily as an example of God's grace.

Grace was chosen after church service this past Sunday. We sang "Amazing Grace" and both realized it was our favorite hymn. "Amazing Grace" one of few songs Chris will sing loud and proud in several different keys.

This is the meaning of Grace...

The Biblical baby name Grace is Latin in origin and it's meaning is favor or benevolence (disposition to do good).

Ephesians 2:8-9 For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith—and this not from yourselves, it is the gift of God— 9not by works, so that no one can boast.

I feel calling her Lily Grace will be my choice. I love the way both names sound together!