Hello Rocky,

We are having our first child, a boy, in August.  What should we name him?

Katherine Herrick Drake
Austin, TX


Rocky Responds:

Start by looking at the most popular names for boys right now, as compiled by The Social Security Administration:

1.  Jacob
2.  Michael
3.  Joshua
4.  Ethan
5.  Matthew
6.  Daniel
7.  Christopher
8.  Anthony
9.  Andrew
10.  William

Now throw those names out -- you don't want your kid's future to be a humdrum cruise down the middle lane of the highway of life.  The most daring thing one of those boys will do is turn up the collar on his polo shirt. 

You want more for your son--a name that let's people know they're dealing with someone special.  A name that says:

"I take chances because I don't fear success.  In defeat I am defiant.  In victory I am magnanimous.  I'll roll up my sleeves even though I wear cuff links.  I drive a German car with Japanese politeness.   I drink tea in the afternoon, gin in the evening and wine in moderation. I am a good friend and a great lover.   Parents trust me, animals love me and cops let me off with a warning.  God believes in me more than I believe in him but we both believe this is my time to shine."         

The HelloRocky Team advises you to name your son: Baccarat.  Baccarat Drake.  He shall change the world.