What to do when your DP has totally different name tastes :(

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shouldIbecrossaboutthis · 07/04/2012 11:00

Surname is very similar to Hemming.

I like (in preference):
Arthur James Hemming
Oliver James Hemming
Elizabeth Kate Hemming
Florence Olivia Hemming
Scarlett Rose Hemming

He likes (In preference):
Joshua Hemming
Jake Hemming
Abby Hemming
Ashley Hemming
(he has also suggested Ryder and Bryce for girls)

I have nothing against the names he has picked, but I prefer stronger "power" names. How did you reach a conclusion with your DP, because really I just want to stamp my foot and say, "mine are better!"

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dreamingofsun · 07/04/2012 11:07

you go through a name book until you find ones you agree on. allow lots of time. for our third child this took 3 years and even then was a compromise for both of us. this might mean that neither of you get your ideal choice, but something you are comfortable with instead

ChippingInLovesEasterEggs · 07/04/2012 11:04

You declare, the moment the baby is laid on your chest, that s/he looks like a 'your name choice'

I defy any man to say 'No' at that point in time :)

I prefer your list I like the names on his list but they all seem a little 'dated' now?! (ie would have chosen them 5 years ago).

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