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HelpRe: Name a kid
in reply to a message by JSJ
You should think about what type of names you like or what style you are drawn to. Here are some categories of names and some examples.
Traditional Names: William, Margaret, Richard, Katherine and Henry, Alexandra
Biblical Names: Noah, Daniel, Elizabeth, Mary, Elijah, Benjamin, Hannah, Samuel, Joseph
*Note: some Traditional names are also Biblical names and vice versa
Mythological Names: Penelope, Apollo, Thor, Athena, Phoebe, Odin, Cassandra, Daphne, Arthur, Tristan, Atlas
Nature Or Word Names: Violet, Rose, Lily, Ruby, Wren, Forest, Rowan, Jasper, Orion, Zephyr, Brooke
Modern Names: Jayden, Brayden, Nevaeh, Brielle Maverick & Jett
Nicknames As First Names: Jack, Liam, Freddie, Kate, Tommy, Lena, Edie
There are more categories but I don't want to write a book.
I think it's important for siblings to have names that are cohesive and complement each other. They should have names that sound good together and be well matched in style. It's important to give siblings their own names with different initials and endings. I think it's even more vital for twins because they're often thought of as a pair rather than two individuals. So please, no twins named Timmy & Kimmy. You and your husband can each write down 10-20 favourite names on a piece of paper. Then compare your lists. You may find you both like some of the same names or have totally different styles. Decide what style is most prevalent, then do some research on the Internet to make a comprehensive list. Another option is to buy a baby name book to peruse at your own pace. After you gather a list, you are always welcome to come back here and ask for our opinions on your names. Hope this helps. Good luck.
What would I name a child myself? One of my my favourite names from the following: Celeste, Evangeline & Genevieve for a girl and Gabriel, Julian & Tobias for a boy.
Traditional Names: William, Margaret, Richard, Katherine and Henry, Alexandra
Biblical Names: Noah, Daniel, Elizabeth, Mary, Elijah, Benjamin, Hannah, Samuel, Joseph
*Note: some Traditional names are also Biblical names and vice versa
Mythological Names: Penelope, Apollo, Thor, Athena, Phoebe, Odin, Cassandra, Daphne, Arthur, Tristan, Atlas
Nature Or Word Names: Violet, Rose, Lily, Ruby, Wren, Forest, Rowan, Jasper, Orion, Zephyr, Brooke
Modern Names: Jayden, Brayden, Nevaeh, Brielle Maverick & Jett
Nicknames As First Names: Jack, Liam, Freddie, Kate, Tommy, Lena, Edie
There are more categories but I don't want to write a book.
I think it's important for siblings to have names that are cohesive and complement each other. They should have names that sound good together and be well matched in style. It's important to give siblings their own names with different initials and endings. I think it's even more vital for twins because they're often thought of as a pair rather than two individuals. So please, no twins named Timmy & Kimmy. You and your husband can each write down 10-20 favourite names on a piece of paper. Then compare your lists. You may find you both like some of the same names or have totally different styles. Decide what style is most prevalent, then do some research on the Internet to make a comprehensive list. Another option is to buy a baby name book to peruse at your own pace. After you gather a list, you are always welcome to come back here and ask for our opinions on your names. Hope this helps. Good luck.
What would I name a child myself? One of my my favourite names from the following: Celeste, Evangeline & Genevieve for a girl and Gabriel, Julian & Tobias for a boy.
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What are your thoughts on giving kids names with two different styles if the parents have completely different tastes in names? Maybe not for twins, but for two siblings? I feel like it’s nice to let both parents have one of their favorite names used, even if the style is different.
This message was edited 6/29/2024, 4:47 PM
For me, there's a fine line between different styles and disparate styles. For example, some of the names in the styles I mentioned above can be mixed. Many Biblical names can be mixed with traditional names because they can be classified as being in both categories (Mary & John). Some mythological names can be paired with other styles like Biblical (Athena & Gabriel) or Traditional (Diana & Henry).As long as the names aren't too disparate, too glaringly different, and sound like the same parents named them, the styles can be mixed. For me, the sibling names have to "gel" and work well together.
In the case of parents have completely different styles, a compromise would have to be implemented. Let's say the mother liked Modern names and the father liked Traditional. It would have to be decided by the couple how it would work. Maybe the first names could be Traditional in style and the middle names be chosen from the Modern category (or vice versa). Personally, I wouldn't mix a Jayden & Margaret or Hannah & a Maverick. They just don't sound right. They sound like they're not from the same family.
Names are very subjective and everyone has their comfort level. I prefer sibling names to have a certain cohesion. For others, it may not matter so much.
In the case of parents have completely different styles, a compromise would have to be implemented. Let's say the mother liked Modern names and the father liked Traditional. It would have to be decided by the couple how it would work. Maybe the first names could be Traditional in style and the middle names be chosen from the Modern category (or vice versa). Personally, I wouldn't mix a Jayden & Margaret or Hannah & a Maverick. They just don't sound right. They sound like they're not from the same family.
Names are very subjective and everyone has their comfort level. I prefer sibling names to have a certain cohesion. For others, it may not matter so much.
I think the same style is best, I've known families that haven't and kids have wondered why there name doesn't match