Leo and Rafael - will people think 'ninja turtles'?

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Fermin · 19/08/2014 16:07

Title says it all really. We have 2yo DS called Leo which suits him perfectly and today we've discovered that DC2 is another boy. Really struggling with names as surname is very common so would like slightly more unusual first name. The one we both really love is Rafael nn Raffy or Rafa. What do you think? Will people just think we've named Leo and Rafael after the turtles - or is it just me?

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porcito · 20/08/2014 21:49

These were the only 2 names we agreed on (he's Spanish, me English). I think it will be fine,especially if you use Rafa and Leo, for most people it wouldn't cross their mind. just don't call the third one Shredder

pinkpeoniesplease · 20/08/2014 22:34

Yes, turtles. ??

SchroSawMargeryDaw · 20/08/2014 22:37

Just said both names to DP and he immediately said "turtles". I would think the same too.

moojie · 22/08/2014 17:42

I have two turtles mad obsessed boys. I would make the connection but from a child's point of view they are very cool names which I am frequently having to call my children anyway. Go for it!

KitKatClare · 23/08/2014 12:48

OMG this made me laugh so hard - my husband's dream is to name his children after the ninja turtles. He's Italian too, so 'Leonardo' and 'Michelangelo' are quite common among his family and friends. I love the name Leo, so am keen on that one, and also like Rafael - so I say do it! I have put my foot down at 'Donatello' though. Not happening. Ever.

pommedeterre · 23/08/2014 19:10

Won't occur to me. Both lovely names.

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