Is Bertie too posh?!

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VickyU · 20/07/2012 21:49

We would put Albert on birth certificate but Bertie as nn. I mentioned it to a friend the other day and she genuinely thought I was joking. She said he would get beaten up in the playground. Maybe we're getting desperate....!

We were pretty stable on Gordie for a while (Gordon on certificate) but everyone thought that was a terrible idea. I thought of it because it was my grandfather's name and DH likes it but maybe it is a bit ugly. Ahhhh this is so difficult. From my last post it seems like Freddie and George are popular. Does anyone have any other suggestions?

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catinboots · 21/07/2012 05:35

Bloody good post Mini ^^

I also have a Hugo who the GPs have changed to Baby-Hugs of Hugzy

Graciescotland · 21/07/2012 05:24

I don't think it's that posh but does conjure up visions of a slightly hopeless fop a la P G Wodehouse.

I quite like it though

lisaro · 21/07/2012 05:12

Bertie isn't posh. It's what used to be irony among the posh classes.

MiniMonty · 21/07/2012 02:48

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Birdsgottafly · 21/07/2012 01:46

I love Bertie, my FIL was called Herbert, which was shortened to Bert, or Herbie.

I have met a few young Bertie's.

I agree with those that say a child grows into their name.

mathanxiety · 21/07/2012 00:44

If Wooster yes, if Aherne nooooo...

I think Bertie is a name with a lot going for it, great charm.

Viviennemary · 20/07/2012 22:52

I like Albert and Gordon but probably prefer Albert. Don't mind George. Not so keen on Freddie.

sonniboo · 20/07/2012 22:32

What on earth is people's worry about 'poshness'?

I like Albert as well as Gordon. I'm less keen on Freddie or George.

SandyBottoms · 20/07/2012 21:59

Bertie is a great name.

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