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Darwin

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dulwichducky · 06/01/2011 11:26

DH is trying to convince me to use Darwin if we have a boy. Half of me quite likes it! Is it usable?

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cece · 06/01/2011 22:23

Don't like it at al - sorry!

meadowlarks · 06/01/2011 22:19

I know a Darwin who uses "Win" as a NN. I think it's lovely.

Nagoo · 06/01/2011 20:38

I loved it, but it put me off due to the 'alright darwin' (darling) thing....

JessicaRabid · 06/01/2011 20:36

Urm Darwin awards are named for Charles Darwin's theory of evolution, so reminds people of the scientist, not the stupid people!

LittleYellowTeapot · 06/01/2011 18:46

I really like it - and I normally dislike anything surname-ish. Smile

Rhubarbgarden · 06/01/2011 18:06

I don't like surnames as first names as a rule, but I make an exception for Darwin - love it.

jungleboogie · 06/01/2011 17:12

I think it does sound ok, but I think it has too strong connotations. It could cause unseen problems in the future with strongly opinioned people! Too much of a risk for the child.

GrimmaTheNome · 06/01/2011 17:07

People do use names that are surnames/city names - e.g. Preston, which doesn't even have any illustrious connotations.

It does work as a name, but - even though I'm a great admirer of Charles Darwin - I don't think I'd use it as a first name because it is perhaps a bit too loaded. As a middle name, great.

dizzeelizzee · 06/01/2011 16:53

Im surprised but I really like it!!!

LittleMsH · 06/01/2011 16:53

Love it. I generally dislike last names as first names, but this works for me. It sounds ace. We're considering using it for a middle name (mainly because we're both big atheists). Don't think it's poncey.

grumpypants · 06/01/2011 16:47

I love it! I have been considering having another baby just so I can use this name ever since last year's Radio 4 thing about Darwin (new edition of Origin I think, with decent notes)

KindleTheSky · 06/01/2011 16:47

I like it. It might cause you a problem if you ever needed to get into one of those christian schools everyone is so desperate to get into later on.Grin

mumoftoomany · 06/01/2011 16:41

I like Darwin - classic, easy to spell & pronounce and not overused. Whats not to like?

Tolalola · 06/01/2011 13:39

I find it quite odd that I actually really like it. Good name!

(Am a zoology geek though)

Deciduousblonde · 06/01/2011 13:39

Yes, I love the Darwin Awards :)

Charles Darwin/Missing link etc...it wouldn't bother me.

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LemonEmmaP · 06/01/2011 13:35

One of our neighbours has a son called Darwin, or Winnie for short. My first reaction was that it was a very odd name, but I've come round to liking it - it works well as a name I think, even if it's not typically used as a first name.

Deciduousblonde · 06/01/2011 13:31

My cousin named her son Darwin..I love it!

BuntyPenfold · 06/01/2011 11:58

the comprehensive up the road has houses Drake, Tremayne, Fitzford.

bisybackson · 06/01/2011 11:52

Really? It is a surname, not a first name and - worse - it is the kind of name they use for 'houses' in private schools.

LetThereBeRock · 06/01/2011 11:49

I love it. DP is set on calling a son by that name,if and when we have one.

We're both science geeks,though that it's a city in his favourite country is another reason why it appeals to him.
I'm not entirely sure if I'd use it,but it's a lovely name.

BuntyPenfold · 06/01/2011 11:47

I really don't see it as poncey.

BuntyPenfold · 06/01/2011 11:46

thank you seth :)

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dulwichducky · 06/01/2011 11:45

Wow, I'm surprised at the positive responses!

I'm not sure about the fact that it is so obviously a surname and it is a bit poncey!

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sethstarkaddersmum · 06/01/2011 11:36

Faraday is fabulous.

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