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Scarlett, Amelia, Evelyn or Caitlin? Worried they will become "dated" names.

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Ihatechoosingnames · 18/07/2015 13:04

I would like opinions on these names for my DD! I worry that all of them will "date" IYSWIM?

My DP likes Scarlett the most. I did really like it but I am worried it sounds harsh and will date the most.

Amelia I like but it is the top name in the UK so we will come across many Amelias.

Evelyn I like but I prefer the short NN Evie - obviously there are loads of little Evies around these days.

Caitlin I like but I am just unsure.

Any opinions or suggestions? Thanks Smile

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TwilightMad · 18/07/2015 19:46

They're all lovely names, especially Evelyn but I think this name may become dated before any of the others, me personally I think Amelia is a beautiful more modern name closely followed by Scarlett.

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Ihatechoosingnames · 18/07/2015 19:42

Thanks Penguin I am not sure if I want more unique name or a popular one! With my son I really liked his name and it was so easy to decide, with girls names I have gone through soooooo many lists and I like all the ones above but I don't love them IYSWIM.

I suppose I can keep my shortlist then decide on the final name once I see her Smile

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PenguinInTheFridge · 18/07/2015 14:51

Hi,
No one can really tell you what name to use for your child. Do you want your child to have a name that would be unique (ish)? Or are you happy if your child will be in class with other kids with the same name?
I think all 4 you're asking about are really lovely. Personally, I would not hesitate at either. In fact, I would find it hard choosing one of those.
Whatever you choose, have some other names in mind. Sometime you have a name chosen for years only to realize that your child that not look like that (if you know what I mean). You just look at her and you can say that she does not look anything like Scarlett.
You can watch tv and make notes of names that crop up, write it down and see if you like it. Seeing it written down can also help you choose.
Good luck. :)

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