Thoughts on calling baby after his Dad?

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Fissawissa · 30/05/2014 19:11

I'm just wondering what the general opinion is for naming a child after his father?
My DH has quite an unusual name, not overly used.
Just looking for some opinions?

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EyelinerQueen · 30/05/2014 20:39

Odd, unimaginative and egomaniacal. And I say that as someone whose brother was named after my Dad.

My sister also called her DD her own name (albeit a different country's version) and it's always made me .

SanityClause · 30/05/2014 20:36

I always think its a bit odd and egotistical, although i know some families have a naming tradition, in which case you might tread on too many toes if you call the child something other than what's expected in the family. Otherwise, use it as a middle name if you really love it - surely there must be another name you both like.

ThinkIveBeenHacked · 30/05/2014 20:36

I wouldnt do it, even though dhs name is one of my favourite names.

HavantGuard · 30/05/2014 20:32

I really don't like it. It seems egotistical and seriously lacking in imagination.

ThursdayLast · 30/05/2014 20:30

I think it's perfectly acceptable, especially if the Dad has a name you like.
But I will add that my DP is named for his father and he doesn't like it. And vetoed the prospect of there being 3 generations with the same name!

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