Baby Naming Day FAQs
Where can I hold my baby's naming ceremony?
You can have it anywhere you like, indoors or outside. Popular choices include your home or garden, local community centres, village halls, pub function rooms and local parks.
My child's a bit older, can they still have a naming ceremony?
Of course! While lots of parents have a naming ceremony around the time of their baby's first or second birthday, there's no age limit. You might want a ceremony for an older child if they're adopted, if you're welcoming a new stepchild into the family or if you just need an excuse for a family get-together!
Can I have godparents?What can I call them?
Supporting adults can play an important role in your baby's naming ceremony, and they'll of course be a part of your child's life as they grow up. You can call them godparents as it's a term you might be used to or you can use a non-religious version like 'guideparents', 'mentors' or even 'sparents' or 'alt-parents'! There's no limit to the number of supporting adults you can have.
Do you offer re-naming ceremonies for adults?
Yes! A new name is a massive milestone at any age and deserves to be celebrated. Your new name might reflect a new marital status, alignment with your gender identity or just a better reflection of who you really are.
How much do you charge for a naming ceremony?
My standard naming day ceremony fee is £250.
This includes all meetings, your bespoke ceremony script and a keepsake copy, travel within the M25 and of course leading your ceremony on the day itself. I ask for a 20% deposit to secure your booking.
Travel and/or accommodation expenses will apply for ceremonies outside the M25.