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That's my cat's name!

28 replies

LyraBelaqua · 08/04/2011 20:55

I really like the name Phoebe for our DC2 but am a bit concerned as my sister has a cat with this name and so does my friend. Actually another friend has a dog named Phoebe. Should I let this change my mind?

Also DH and I have always loved Bree - should the cheese link put me off that one? Does anyone know a Bree and if so what do they think of it?

Thanks for your opinions :)

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reddaisy · 08/04/2011 21:01

Phoebe is a gorgeous name. Don't worry about the pets, she will just think they have been named in honour of her!

BosomForAPillow · 08/04/2011 21:00

I wouldn't worry about the cat's name being Phoebe as it is not a "typical" cat name. Your sister probably chose it because she loves the name!

Bree - I know one girl aged 10 called this and one man (Australian). It's ok but the guy did get fed up of the cheese jokes. Kids don't tend to make the link though.

Phoebe is my favourite.

EdithWeston · 08/04/2011 20:57

The only Bree I know is a horse (sorry to add to your menagerie), but it's short for Breagh, which I believe is a proper human name, and which I like.

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