What is a Naming Ceremony?
Naming Ceremonies are a very
special way of welcoming a child into the family and the
wider community. Whilst they can be held for children of
any age, they are often an ideal way of celebrating the
birth of your new baby with close family and friends in a
personal and memorable way. You can design your own unique
ceremony from a wide range of options to reflect your
outlook and your child's personality. You can also: -
· Announce the names that you have chosen and
perhaps give the reasons for your choice.
· Make promises to be as good a parent as you can,
loving, encouraging and supporting your child into adult
life.
· Choose other adults prepared to commit themselves
to a special and supportive relationship with your
child.
· Involve your child's grandparents.
Naming Ceremonies are provided by Rotherham Metropolitan
Borough Council in partnership with Civil Ceremonies Ltd.
www.civilceremonies.co.uk
A souvenir record of the
ceremony is signed and presented on the day of the
ceremony.
Where can they be held?
Naming Ceremonies are
available throughout South Yorkshire. If your local
Register Office does not provide this service it may be
possible to arrange for a celebrant from Rotherham to
attend to conduct the ceremony for you. Unfortunately, we
are not able to attend at ceremonies in private homes but
ceremonies can be held in any venue holding a public
entertainment licence such as hotels, parish rooms/civic
centres, function rooms etc.
How Can I Organise a Naming Ceremony?
Any parent can organize a Naming Ceremony - it does not
matter if you are married or not.
For enquiries about Naming Ceremonies or to arrange a
pre-ceremony meeting please ring us on on (01709)
823542.
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