If you had a sister who had an ex-fiance named the same name you were going to name your baby, would you consider changing the name of your baby? It was years ago that she was together with him and she's happily married now, but I can understand her frustration (he was quite a jerk). I am dilated to a two and will probably deliver in the next day or two. Would you consider changing the name (which is currently Matthew Wade)?
2007-10-10 10:58:45 · 15 answers · asked by Gleebicus 3 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Baby Names
Noelle, did you read the question? I haven't even had the baby yet. he'll be here in the next couple of days, but he's not here yet.
2007-10-10 11:05:17 · update #1
I love your comments. This is third baby for us and we're way thrilled. Thanks to those of you who like Matthew Wade. Our other options are Abram or Joseph (middle name Wade after my father). We figure if his name isn't supposed to be Matthew we'll know it in a day or two. This is going to be a difficult one to pick best answer on.
2007-10-10 12:28:30 · update #2
Oh and one more thing. My mother told me that my sister had the problem, but my sister is way too nice to ever say anything to me about it. I was just curious what other people thought about the topic as I bet I'm not the only person to ever have a similar issue.
2007-10-10 12:29:50 · update #3
It's a fairly common name, I think your sister should just get over it, she's bound to encounter that name in her life. It's not like her ex is the father.
2007-10-10 11:08:28 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
I like the name Matthew Wade!
Who cares if its the same name as your sisters EX-fiance! It's not like you named him AFTER the jerk. You just liked the name. Aside from that, I'm sure little Matthew will bring his own unique personality to the name so it really shouldn't matter. If your sister has a problem with it, she has some of her own issues she needs to deal with.
2007-10-10 11:22:59 · answer #2 · answered by CK 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
well I don't think you should change it. I think it is a cute name and if she's happily married now then I wouldn't worry about it unless she absolutely will never talk to you again if you do. you don't want to hurt your sisters feelings. Have you talked to her? Maybe try sitting down and explaining to her the reason you love the name to make her more okay with it. If she's happily married, even if he was a jerk, than it really shouldn't be a problem, especially if it was that long ago. It's your baby and you don't want to change something that you love(the name) because of something that happened forever ago. Make up your mind quick before that baby comes! Good Luck and Congrats! :)
2007-10-10 11:12:58 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
If it were just a name my hubby and I liked, rather than a family name (like father or grandfather or in- law you planned to honor), then yes, I likely would. My sister is important to me, and even if she should be past her upset- it's just a name, and there are many names I like. Therefore, I'd move on to the next name on the list, without a too do.
2007-10-10 11:28:43 · answer #4 · answered by GEEGEE 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
If he hasn't been born yet and the name really bothered me I would consider it. Did your sister request you change it? If it bothers her more than it means to you to have himbe matthew, go ahead and change it. Some babies are born with out a name, maybe the right one will hit you when you see his face. Good luck!
2007-10-10 11:04:22 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
No I would not change the name of my baby, your sister has to learn to get over that part of her life and see that she can get through, and that name should not bother her so much, she is happy now and that is all that matters.
2007-10-10 11:20:35 · answer #6 · answered by hotgyrl29 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
ahh i kinda have a similar experiance, if i had a girl i really wanted to name her carmen( me fiances ex) it tripped me out though. i just didnt want to remind him o rmyself of her everyday. call it insecure but im glad i didnt have a girl and we both picked the boy name and we are happy. now he says he wants a Hannah if we have a girl. Its diff cuz its ur sis, if it will bother you forever to see her uncomfertable because of your sons name change it. or you wouldnt be thinking about it so much to ask babe.. cute name though..
2007-10-10 11:06:14 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
I would keep the name, once he is born she will love him anyway. It is your baby go with the name you want. And I really like the name also.
2007-10-10 13:37:24 · answer #8 · answered by Miss Coffee 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A better way is to ask your sister. If she often sees your child and you really care about her feeling, probably you need to.
2007-10-10 11:08:33 · answer #9 · answered by Stats 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Are you serious? Name the baby what you want. Good luck and congrats!
2007-10-10 13:04:53 · answer #10 · answered by Fast boy + sexy boy + doglover 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋