Jewish baby naming

[Anonymous]

Is it customary to give gifts for this party/ceremony? This particular one is in combination with a first birthday party, so I'm guessing yes. Just wondering if there are any traditional gifts for a baby naming. TIA

[Anonymous]

We just went to one and I'd say about half the people brought gifts. But it was stand alone, not part of a birthday. We brought books. I'm not Jewish so not sure if there are more traditional gifts. I did ask a Jewish friend what would be appropriate, and she didn't really know either.

[Anonymous]

You can bring a small gift (something you might have brought to the shower but Jews don't typicalky have showers) or not. You can give cash for a college fund or not. I've never heard of a baby naming at the first birthday, usually it's quite soon after the baby is born. I'd bring a few books or an outfit. Or not. You'll be appropriate either way.

[Anonymous]

A naming for a girl is normally within the first year and
Many wrap it together with their birthday.

Makes it easier and cheaper.

[Anonymous]

Nothing separate just for the naming. Especially if it's paired with the birthday, just give a birthday gift.

If it was a stand alone event you could give a small gift, but nothing crazy - a favorite kids book with a handwritten note, or an outfit. If you've already given a baby gift you don't really need anything else.