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Can't choose dd2 name...thoughts?

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Graciejoylove8 · 18/04/2014 02:28

Although I change my mind every five minutes, first world problems of course,
I keep coming back to 2 names for #2. Dd1 is Gracie Joy. Second babe will have a nod to my sis with middle name.
But please offer opinions for a first;
Ivy Angeline or
Lola Angeline.

I know there will be derogatory responses to Lola due to the Kinks song. But that's not of concern to us, we still like the name.
Just interested on preferences between the 2. :) thanks!

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florascotia · 23/04/2014 12:47

Just in case it matters, 'maven' also means an expert, or someone who offers advice. So you might get (for eg) a 'business maven' or a 'fashion maven'.

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Graciejoylove8 · 23/04/2014 12:05

Yes! Caoimhe, love it. Alas, down in oz they wouldn't recognise a Gaelic name. (Well rarely, there's a few expats around) :)
I would anglicise it to Keeva, Keava or Keavy?
Very pretty meaning, and I like that it's rare - at least here.

Malory/mallory/malorie is sweet. But don't like the latter spelling - too much like calorie - smiles.

I wouldn't have this much trouble with a boy; we've had the same name picked for 3 years!

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soontobeslendergirl · 22/04/2014 16:28

Malorie?

Caoimhe is Keeva right?

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Graciejoylove8 · 22/04/2014 13:37

Thanks, all very helpful.
Today I discovered Maribel, Keeva and Maven, and added to the list. :( so hard to choose!!

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alita7 · 19/04/2014 23:30

I like ivy Angeline BUT I prefer lola evangeline is that close enough?

IHeartKingThistle · 19/04/2014 23:23

Lola. I think it is lovely with the middle name too.

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Graciejoylove8 · 19/04/2014 23:06

I didn't think J.A.G was too horrendous - my dad is in aviation so I associate it with that.
M.A.G doesn't seem offensive either unless I'm missing something??

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Flux700 · 19/04/2014 20:00

Gracie and ivy are so lovely together p

MissUumellmahaye · 19/04/2014 19:32

If you're ruling out on the grounds of initials, do you not need to rule out Juliette/Juniper/Juno too? And Minnie?

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Graciejoylove8 · 19/04/2014 12:42

You're very good at this @soontobelendergirl :)
She is indeed an Angela (and an Angel by nature) Unfortunately I really don't like Gabrielle. Not sure why.
But that certainly would have solved the problem! :)

If I could sell the following to the other half these would be in contention;
Anouk, Marcella, Juniper, Juno, Juliette, clementine, Isadora, Minnie, Clara...
We are in Australia and these are not yet in the popularity race. Although I think they will gain pace as we often follow uk trends.

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chillychicken · 19/04/2014 10:37

I really wouldn't worry too much about initials to be honest Smile

Out of your choices though, I prefer Ivy. I think it works better with Gracie.

soontobeslendergirl · 19/04/2014 09:40

I think I have solved the initials thing.....

I'm presuming your sister is Angela. Angela comes from Angel, Gabriel was an Angel. Gabrielle is the female form of Gabriel. Soooooo......

Sylvia Gabrielle. Job done! :o

MrsM2509 · 19/04/2014 07:41

I dunno if you'd think of this one, not sure if I like it or not, but I know a girl whose name is evangeline, but gets called Evie

Varfalli34 · 19/04/2014 06:28

We're calling our forthcoming DD ivy. I think Lola is also beautiful but PACKS of children are called that now

saffronwblue · 19/04/2014 05:29

and W

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Graciejoylove8 · 19/04/2014 04:52

I like Sylvia/Sylvie!
Unfortunately our last name starts with G.
Middle name will start with A.
That rules out first names starting with;
B, D, F, G, H, N, R, S, V

??

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FatFrumpyFilly · 19/04/2014 00:21

Prefer Lola but Ivy goes better with your middle name option

soontobeslendergirl · 19/04/2014 00:06

In that case I am going to suggest Sylvia.

Gracie Joy & Sylvia Angeline

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Graciejoylove8 · 19/04/2014 00:04

Haha.... All of your responses are what my poor little brain does each day. All points have their merit. I have 38 other names as a 'back up'
But we'll just have to meet her first I imaging.
Gracie was a Poppy until I held her in my arms.

@soontobelendergirl, I'm not opposed to new suggestions, feel free!
Chances are I've got them on a list somewhere; being a total nameberry addict! :)
Cheers everyone

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NannyPlumForPM · 18/04/2014 22:40

I like the 'v' sound of ivy angeline but prefer Lola :) I do prefer Lola evangeline but obviously that wasn't your question Easter Grin

Harrin · 18/04/2014 22:33

I prefer Lola and think it goes better with your other daughters name.

Ivy sounds better with your chosen middle name though and it's very pretty

Twighlightsparkle · 18/04/2014 21:14

Lola

squoosh · 18/04/2014 21:10

Ivy.

Lola is a bit stripperish. Also, I'm amazed there are people unfamiliar with the song!

DessieLou · 18/04/2014 21:01

Ivy Angeline is so pretty!

soontobeslendergirl · 18/04/2014 19:54

...and I know you don't want to deviate from the names you have, so not going to suggest any new ones, was just going to say that Angeline is lovely and if it didn't cause family issues, I'd have picked that for a first name :o