Purpose: What really is the purpose of labels? They help us communicate, perhaps. Throughout this species' history the tradition of labeling has been kept. It seems like a good thing to do.
Additional Details: You actually get to select two- in case they don't like it, there's an alternate. Why not pick only one, and then let the labeled actually pick the other once they are old enough? No one has really challenged the traditional precedent, as far as I know. I often wonder why.
I've also been told that the complete label should also possess a certain rhythm, such that you can use it as a disciplinary tool combined with a certain tone as a means of letting little one know that you are serious. That can be a useful behavioral conditioning once they get old enough to start making mischief.
Mothers' names have been considered as middle names - Kay & Connie.
Other officially considered names thus far:
Molly
Natalie
Rebecca
Charlotte
Olivia
Bethany
Scarlett
Elise
Michelle/Shelly
Laine
Alexandra
Amelia
Vanessa
Kirsten
Chloe
Sofie
