Hi, I'm Andrew

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A Naming Ceremony with Andrew

I am a trained and accredited Humanists UK Naming celebrant based in London. A humanist Naming ceremony is a lovely way of welcoming a new addition to the family, bringing family and friends together in a creative way to celebrate one of life’s key milestones. Naming ceremonies are perfect for babies or young children and many are combined with a first birthday celebration.

But they are not limited to the young and there is no rush! You can have a Naming ceremony at any stage in your life. They can also be a perfect way to celebrate an adopted child joining a family, a blended family or to affirm a new identity.

Welcoming a new life is a momentous occasion. They are always fun, creative and special events. I am an experienced and inclusive writer and speaker who loves creating upbeat events. From the initial consultation to the final script, I will ensure that every detail is tailored to your preferences. You may choose to involve family and friends, singing, music, poetry, and even symbolic rituals. You can also include guide parents who will play a key role in the life of the individual. It’s a day that will be unique to your family.

Please do contact me for an informal, no-commitment chat any time on 07534 991021 or email me: Andrew.cooper64@outlook.com to discover more about how I can help you create a special celebration for you, your family and friends where everyone enjoys a memorable day. I look forward to it.

Andrew took the time to come and meet our daughter and understand our family dynamic and values. He formulated a lovely ceremony and pitched it perfectly for our garden party. His friendly, relaxed demeanour made him very approachable throughout and many of our guests commented on how enjoyable the ceremony was and how well Andrew spoke.

— Emily

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Andrew Cooper

Where I work

Battersea and South West London. I am also very happy to consider travelling anywhere in the UK for your naming ceremony.

Fees from...

250

How to contact me
Email

andrew.cooper64@outlook.com

Phone

07534 991021

Website

humanists.uk/celebrants/andrew-cooper

HUMANIST CEREMONIES™ is the network of more than 550 celebrants, trained by national charity Humanists UK to a gold standard to provide memorable and meaningful humanist ceremonies to non-religious people. Operating throughout England, Wales, Northern Ireland and the Channel Islands, we deliver authentic, tailor-made and heartfelt ceremonies for life’s key moments. They are always inclusive and welcoming, regardless of the beliefs of those attending.

You can trust Humanist Ceremonies celebrants: We are DBS-checked, fully insured, and regularly peer reviewed for quality assurance. We are committed to a code of conduct, and have a transparent and robust complaints process in the rare case of a problem. We all pay a monthly fee to Humanists UK to further support the work of the charity, and are part of a regional network for like-minded celebrants for support and learning.

Humanist naming ceremonies

A humanist naming ceremony is a joyous event, and the perfect opportunity to gather friends and family to welcome your child into the world, with no reference to religion. It focuses on the child, their future and the circle of love and support around them, offering a sincere and personal alternative to a christening or other religious ceremony.