Beatrix or Iris?

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FingersCrossedLegsNot · 26/07/2013 00:04

Which would you pick and why? Also, what kind of feel/vibe do you get from the name? Thanks

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sleepingbeautiful · 26/07/2013 05:16

Beatrix is a bit harsh sounding I find. It reminds me of dominatrix, or Bellatrix in HP.

I love Iris. My Great Aunt was called Iris (1st world war baby), and was a very boundary pushing lady of her era. I only wouldn't use it if your DD is likely to be short and dumpy genetically. I think Daisy works better on a short person than Iris.

cantthinkofanythingwitty · 26/07/2013 04:35

iris is lovely x

Lutrine · 26/07/2013 03:50

Iris, such a beautiful name! It was very high on our list of favourite names for DD.

looki · 26/07/2013 00:54

Iris.....

domesticslattern · 26/07/2013 00:49

Beatrix is a beautiful name but bear in mind you will spend your entire life clarifying whether it is Beatrix or Beatrice. If your DD will also need to spell her surname that could become... tiresome.

chinley · 26/07/2013 00:21

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OrangeLily · 26/07/2013 00:15

Love Beatrix but would might be hard to say and be shortened to Bea? Which is quite cute.

Iris is also lovely though.

GoodMorningMoon · 26/07/2013 00:09

Beatrix-my beautiful grandmother who sits in a rocker and reads me Peter Rabbit.

Iris-my favourite flower, springtime, dark eyes.

I'd pick Iris.

kreecherlivesupstairs · 26/07/2013 00:09

Iris is a beautiful name. Beatrix less.
I'd love to have though of Iris rather than the name DD has.

dimplebum · 26/07/2013 00:06

Iris - love it. Heard a mum shouting the name of her daughter Iris in the park and have loved it ever since.

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