Bram
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I love Bram. I really like Bram Erik. Bram Alban works, but Bram Erik has a smoother flow.
Bram works well with Johannes Ludwig, Franz Anselm, and Sven Olof. I don't think that Bram clashes with Johannes. Three of the names are one syllable as opposed to being three syllables like Johannes, but that doesn't seem problematic to me. They have a similar feel.
Bram works well with Johannes Ludwig, Franz Anselm, and Sven Olof. I don't think that Bram clashes with Johannes. Three of the names are one syllable as opposed to being three syllables like Johannes, but that doesn't seem problematic to me. They have a similar feel.
Based on your questions, I'm thinking you pronounce "BRAHM" rather than "BRAM" (like "ham"). I enjoy both sounds, but prefer the latter. "BRAHM" does make me think of Johannes Brahms, but "BRAM" doesn't. For both pronunciations, I prefer the combination of Bram Erik, it's quite handsome. If I really loved the names, I wouldn't let the similarity to Brahms stop me from using both. Franz Anselm is dashing! :)
I'm actually pronouncing it to rhyme with "ham" - the other way would be way too close to Brahms for me!
Oh, my mistake. I thought the Brahms thing was why you thought it wouldn't work with Johannes, as if you gave half of an honoring name to each kid. I don't see Bram clashing with Johannes in any way, pronouncing it like you do. Name your boys...then go buy stock in the company that provides your telephone service because the girls will be calling. :)
This message was edited 3/15/2012, 1:59 PM