Hi, I'm Janni

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If you’re looking for a unique, personal and inclusive welcome to the world or naming ceremony for your little one, I'd be so delighted to be your celebrant.

Based in Belfast I travel extensively throughout Northern Ireland and Ireland to provide beautifully crafted naming ceremonies.

I provide fresh, modern and personal approach to creating the perfect authentic non-religious ceremony. A little bit of magic is definitely guaranteed for this very special day!

There really are no limits to when and how you celebrate…You can choose to have your naming ceremony at any location in Northern Ireland, with whatever special touches you may wish to add in. I'll help you to plan the perfect ceremony that's authentic, and memorable (and not too long for your little star of the show).

People find that my warm and gentle nature, combined with my calm and confident approach to public speaking, my joy of life and delight in love, my compassionate heart and relaxed approach make me a perfect choice for conducting your naming ceremony. I consider it an honour and privilege to be with you on one of the most memorable days of your life. Although your little one will probably be too young to remember it, you'll be able to tell them all about it in the years to come!

Together we’ll work out the most fitting way celebrate your little one's name. I'll create a ceremony by developing a rapport between you both and myself, and then sharing your little one's story in a ceremony that's deeply personal, joyful, entertaining and unforgettable.

You can be sure that a naming conducted by me will be inclusive, warm, welcoming, personal and authentic.

Do you want to take away the stress and let me guide you through everything?

I'd love to help - I adore children, whether it's a baby naming or you're welcoming an older child (or children) into your family. Together we can plan and arrange the perfect naming event you and your family and friends will love.

While there are so many decisions to make about your wedding, I'm always here to help make your ceremony very special and less stressful. Let me guide you through the creation of an ideal ceremony that is incredibly meaningful and significant.

A Little About Me -

My three main loves: great food, great conversation and nature

Key personality traits: calm, understanding and naturally warm

Can't go a day without: reading some fiction, cuddling my dogs, lying on the sofa eating chocolate

How to pronounce my name: Jan-eee

"We would like to, thank Janni so much.The naming day ceremony was beautiful, I loved how she included our friends too! The certificate was so thoughtful and is already framed xx"

— Sophie

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Janni Knox

Where I work

Based in Belfast, I work throughout Northern Ireland, including Greater Belfast, Bangor, Antrim, Armagh and Mid Ulster.

Fees from...

£300* for a beautifully bespoke naming ceremony

*You will receive my undivided attention, access to to all my materials, and complimentary mini-rituals to make your wedding day even more memorable

£150 booking fee secures your date.

How to contact me
Email

janni.knox@humanistceremonies.org.uk

Phone

07890 861690

Website

humanist.org.uk/janniknox/namings

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.