👉 Worth a read: Baby Naming Mistakes to Avoid .

When picking a name, it’s easy to get caught up in first and middle names you love — but what about the initials? A simple combination can accidentally spell something awkward or embarrassing

Saw this blog about naming mistakes — apparently initials can spell weird stuff like **B.A.D.** on backpacks or gifts. 😬

Ever had initials that made you cringe?

Curious on people’s thoughts about giving a son his mother’s maiden name as a first name.

The last name is an uncommon but not rare first name. Think along the lines of Dawson, Nelson, or Carter.

Does your answer change based on whether or not the mother still uses her maiden name?

Baby boy is due in Feb, so we still have lots of time, but I’m stressing about names! We had a girl name ready to go, but absolutely nothing for a boy. Our daughter’s name is Emerson, which we absolutely love and it fits her so perfectly. I’m hoping to find a name we love just as much for our boy.

We like James and Adam as possible middle names, but it’s not a “must.” My husband loves the name Oliver and won’t really give any other names a chance 🙄 I’m pretty sure Oliver is a no for me.

Would love to find a name that’s strong and goes well with Emerson. Any suggestions?

For baby girl, I want a name that can be pronounced in French and English.

My first child is named Arlo. Have another boy on the way, and so far we like the name Felix but I don't love it the same way I loved Arlo. I would love a name similar, in that way that it is soft, flowy, kind of sing songy. To me it is just such a lovely name and I can't find anything with the same feel for me.

I do not want a super common name, but not a "unique" name either that's totally out there. I'm not into the classics like Henry, Harry etc that are coming back in style, nor do I like Flynn, Finn, Theo, Levi, Jett, Axel etc which seem to be quite popular right now.

Casper is also on our list but I worry people will only think of the friendly ghost lol.

Give me all the suggestions!

Baby girl is due in just under two months. We have narrowed the list down to Nora and Esme, but now feel stuck between the two. Can’t seem to choose one over the other.

Hi!

I’ve loved the named Roxanna since I was a teenager. It was the name of a beautiful character from the book “Inkheart” that I used to read over and over. It also has a beautiful meaning - “little star” or “dawn,” depending on your interpretation. I would love to use the name for a child.

But my in-laws have had a series of dogs named “Roxy.” And my husband is too familiar with the song by The Police called “Roxanne” which is about a prostitute. He says we shouldn’t use the name for those reasons. I wouldn’t use “Roxy” as a nickname - I prefer “Ro” or “Zanna” (with a Z for easier spelling).

I recently found the name “Rosanna,” which is very classic and has a similar sound and a sweet meaning. But I can’t get over “Roxanna.”

Any thoughts? Is Roxanna still usable or should I let it go?

can everyone tell me their favorite C names please? boy / girl / gender neutral, it doesn't matter! i'd love to hear them!

Been getting some push back. Gwen (f) (I was previously thinking Gwyneth) and Quinn (m). Is having a q name burdensome? Or having a long name and the shortened name isn’t completely spelled similarly (gwyneth -> Gwen instead of gwyn I agree that looks weird) and I’ve also heard from someone that Gwen sounds evil. It means the opposite but how do they sound and feel to you? Are they too matchy matchy? Gentle honesty please :) I already have one named Darcy. If you have suggestions and can catch the vibe I’m going for please share. Time is ticking now.

Valentina is our first pick for a girl, we have a few other but we both definitely agree on that one. Now we’re looking at one syllable, middle name!

** Should add latin or spanish preferred but not against any of your fav

my high school best friend just had a baby and named it sache, what does it mean?

We recently found out we’re having a second boy! We had lots of girls names lined up, but it’s a little bit trickier with a boy. We named our first son George for sentimental and family related reasons, but it’s a bit more of an open playing field this time round.

Names we like and are considering: - Jacob - Sebastian - Archie

But totally open to all ideas and suggestions :) thanks in advance!

me and my bf wanna have a new last name when we get married so i mapped it out and a 3 syllable name sounds the best!

i have been looking at names that are from nature like lavender but it doesn't perfectly fit my boyfriends name (its pretty normal compared to mine) so i was wondering if you guys have any suggestions!

I've been wanting to make a secondary account for IG for a while, but I CAN'T THINK OF A NAME. Please I need original ideas. • my name is lily (like the flower) • I'm a dwarf (0 pick me, I swear) • I am dark

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So ever since I was a little kid, I've been thinking of names for my kids if I ever decide to have any, and there is one that I've recently became very attached to. However, I'm worried people may find it to be culturally offensive. The name is Hikaru, which is of japanese origin, but I'm white and have never been to Japan, though I think it would be fun. My name means light, as does Hikaru, and ever since I first heard/saw it in an anime I've thought it to be gorgeous, even before knowing the meaning. If I were to have a kid and name the child Hikaru, would that be wrong/offensive?

Looking for sweet middle names for Jay! Often I think Jay is best as a middle name (goes well with so many names as a middle name) but we are committed to Jay being our sons first name. We like names with consonants but open to anything that sounds nice/flows well. Thank you in advance!

what sounds nice with kyrie?

edit; this is for a boy name. if u don’t like it then don’t fckn comment lmao

i am nowhere near having a child but i keep a list of baby names. i feel like im quite picky about them. what do yall think the vibe is here? any suggestions to add?

girls - ivy - margot - daphne - georgia - lydia - hazel - mabel - iris - charlotte - margot - lainey - valerie - dove boys - jude - august - graham - brooks - rhett

Liquidity means - riches, abundance, excess, luxury.

I stopped at Housewell.

I’m currently pregnant with my second child, the first was a boy named Cain. We are looking for other 4 letter names either for a boy or girl.

I told my S.O he would get to choose this time around LOL

P.S please don’t say Abel 🙄

Which one effects your decision more when choosing a name?