More Proof That a Normal Name for Your Kid Is the Way To Go

(H/T to The Cranky Conservative)

I have a few pet issues in "Char's World." One of them is baby names. I've written about this topic once before, at length: In Defense of Normal Names

Here's a news article about a study conducted in which they found that young boys with unpopular first names are more likely to commit crime.

Michael and David Won't Be in Jail With Ivan and Malcolm

I think there's a nugget of truth to consider in this study. Although I disagree with the typical social engineering conclusion:

"The findings could help officials 'identify individuals at high risk of committing or recommitting crime, leading to more effective and targeted intervention programs,' the authors conclude."