Naming Ceromonies

Celebrant-Led Naming Ceremonies – A Beautiful Way to Welcome a New Life

Welcoming a new baby or child into your family is a joyful and emotional milestone – a moment worth celebrating in a way that’s personal, meaningful, and true to you. At Ceremonies by Jo, I offer bespoke naming ceremonies across the North West of England, creating heartfelt, family-centred events that honour your child and the people who will play a special role in their life.

A naming ceremony is a non-religious alternative to a christening or traditional baptism. It’s perfect for families who want a formal celebration without a religious element, while still marking the occasion with love, significance, and a strong sense of togetherness.

As an independent celebrant, I’ll work closely with you to create a ceremony that reflects your values, your hopes for your child’s future, and the love that surrounds them. Each ceremony I write is completely unique – no scripts or templates – just a beautifully crafted occasion filled with personal touches and meaning.

Naming ceremonies can include:

• A personal welcome for your child
  
  

• The story behind their name and its meaning
  
  

• Parent promises or commitments
  
  

• Appointing guideparents, mentors, or supporting adults
  
  

• Readings, poems, music, or symbolic rituals such as candle lighting, tree planting, or memory box creation
  
  

• Acknowledgement of grandparents, siblings, or extended family
  
  

Whether you’re celebrating the arrival of a new baby, welcoming an adopted child into your home, or affirming a new name or identity for an older child, a naming ceremony is a beautiful and flexible way to honour the occasion. These ceremonies can be held anywhere – from your home or garden, to a park, community space, or special venue of your choice.

Why choose Ceremonies by Jo for your naming ceremony?

• Fully personalised ceremonies, written with care and creativity
  
  

• A warm, relaxed, and inclusive approach
  
  

• Options to include symbolic rituals or family traditions
  
  

• Guidance and support throughout the planning process
  
  

• Available across the North West of England, including Cheshire, Merseyside, Lancashire, Cumbria, and Greater Manchester
  
  

I believe that every family and every child is unique – and your ceremony should reflect that. Whether you’re planning something simple and intimate, or a larger gathering with family and friends, I’ll help you create a celebration full of joy, love, and meaning.

If you’re looking for a celebrant for a baby naming ceremony or non-religious family celebration, I’d be honoured to help bring your ideas to life. Let’s create a day to remember, filled with words, promises, and memories that will last a lifetime.