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Can we use Alice when DH is Alastair?

31 replies

barmybunting · 04/08/2014 20:43

We are looking at names for DC1 due in Nov, sex is a surprise. DH has recently suggested Alice which I love and it goes well with middle name and our surname.

However, I had discounted this in my earlier thoughts and not even mentioned it to DH as it is very similar in sound to his name- he is Alastair. Is it too similar to DH's name to use?

He thinks this isn't a problem, but I can't decide if it actually matters or not.

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Iggly · 04/08/2014 21:05

The world will implode and the gods will roar if you do.

Use the name you like! If it works then why not?

DramaAlpaca · 04/08/2014 21:04

I don't think it matters. My name is similar to one of my DS's & I don't think anyone has ever even noticed. Certainly nobody has ever commented.

I love the name Alice.

TobyZiegler · 04/08/2014 21:02

I think you can... Think how you'd sign Xmas cards.

Love Alistair, Barny and Alice.

It's a pretty name.

Floop · 04/08/2014 20:56

People might think you'd named her after him.

Bit like the Will Smith - Willow, Jada Smith - Jaden thing.

LexieSinclair · 04/08/2014 20:52

I don't think it matters.

Hobby2014 · 04/08/2014 20:50

I personally wouldn't use Alice. Sorry.