My husband and I indured a terrible loss 3 years ago. Our 3 month old son, William Randolf Stavis, died of a bad heart. We were devestaded. Next month I will be having our second son. Im praying to god that we wont have to go through the same pain again. My housband and I know we are naming our son Carter. We want to know if it would be appropriate to give our son the middle name William as a show of respect to his older brother.
2007-06-06 15:11:06 · 36 answers · asked by Tailor 1 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Baby Names
i think its a great idea. sorry for your loss. congrats on the new baby.
2007-06-06 15:15:05 · answer #1 · answered by heh2203 2 · 3⤊ 0⤋
It is very appropriate to do so. I think that the name Carter William is a strong name. Many people name their child after a loved one and even though your second son will carry the name of your first son it is still showing respect for your first child. Good luck on your new baby and so sorry for your lost.
2007-06-06 17:17:15 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I actually have a son named Carter James and he is so sweet. I think you would be fine naming him Carter William, but I wouldn't tell him about his brother's death. At least not until he is old enough to really understand. You can't let him know about it b/c Carter would feel like he didn't have his own idenity. I mean you are giving him a name involved with your previous child!
Sorry and congrats!
2007-06-06 15:52:08 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sorry about the loss which will always be in your heard. The respect you have for the memory of your first born is commendable, but it your memory and not Carter's.
Is William a special family name? Otherwise I would not recommend you "saddle" the child with the association of a losing sibling. Did you ever hear Elvis talk about his "dead brother."?
This is a new person and should have his "new" name. Carter is so beautiful, find a nice middle name that is his and only his.
2007-06-06 15:23:13 · answer #4 · answered by banananose_89117 7 · 0⤊ 2⤋
Well obviously you loved William--and you still do, right? I think that you should name your son Carter William Stavis, in honor of your new baby and William
2007-06-06 15:21:32 · answer #5 · answered by Candyace 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Your question gave me goosebumps I think that would be such a great thing to do, this way he will grow up with part of his brother with him. I cant imagine what you are going thru and I pray for all the best for you, Good Luck.
PS can u have ultrasounds to see how his heart is at the moment. That might calm u down and leave you alot more positive.
2007-06-06 15:16:56 · answer #6 · answered by Lucky Mummy to 2!!! 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
You poor dear. I am so sorry for your loss.
Absolutely you may name him Carter William. I have friends who lost their four year old son after years of surgeries. They later had twins and named the twin boy the same as their first son. The sentiment is beautiful.
Congratulations and my thoughts and prayers are with youand your family.
2007-06-06 15:21:31 · answer #7 · answered by Scorch 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I think that is a wonderful idea.. and then you, your husband and also your new son will always have a part of him with you.
I'm so sorry for your loss i cant even imagine the pain you would have went through.
Good luck. :-)
2007-06-06 15:57:01 · answer #8 · answered by *edb* 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think that is a great idea. Carter William is a lovely name. I'm sorry for your loss and wish you the best.
2007-06-06 15:17:28 · answer #9 · answered by vallygval 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
although personally it will be a constant reminder for both of you, I do think it is a nice way to keep the memory. Generations ago if there was a loss of a child the next baby of the same sex to be born would get the same name, myself I think that is a bit of a jinx weather from natural causes or not.
congratulations on your new addition.
2007-06-06 17:30:27 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Great idea! It's also a lovely name. So sorry to hear about your son, but glad you have another on the way. I'll keep you all in my prayers. Congrats & Good luck!
2007-06-06 17:09:15 · answer #11 · answered by JoMarie 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋