“Is it really that bad?”: New mum slammed for baby name choice
One woman has taken to social media to explain her dilemma after people around her made her second-guess the name she and her husband chose for their unborn son.
The woman shared her situation on Reddit, and explained that the name has a special family significance to her, but so far people around her have absolutely hated it.
"My grandpa was my favourite person in the whole world. Growing up, I always loved his name because I thought it was unique and I loved him. I always said if I had a son I would name him after my grandpa," she explained in the post.
"Now I'm pregnant, and the very few people I've told the name to HATE IT. The name is Earl. Is it really that bad?"
She added that she doesn't want her son to grow up hating his name, but she still wants to use it as it is so special to her.
"Few other things: husband is on board and loves it, and it does sound really nice with our last name," she added.
Many of the commenters urged her to go with the name if she loves it and to disregard what anyone else says.
"This. Is. Your. Baby You don't need to poll the audience or tell anyone the baby's name before he is born. Protect your peace, and Earl's," replied one person.
"I love Earl! Easy to say and spell. Uncommon but not made up. The emotional connection is wonderful too!" commented another.
"It's a lovely name!!! Don't let other people shame you out of using it because you'll regret listening to them later," a third person assured her.
"Earl is dated and country but it's cute and it means something to you and you both love it. It will be fine," another woman said.
Some suggested that if she was really struggling with the name after the hate she received, there are other ways to incorporate it.
"It's extremely dated but not bad. I personally think it's better as a middle name," replied one person.
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