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Topsy

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mrsb83 · 06/08/2015 13:57

What do you honestly think of the name Topsy?

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SylvanianCaracal · 06/08/2015 17:13

Well my point exactly. Your belief that it's flimsy arises entirely from some old associations. So it could actually become fashionable and sound great because the "flimsiness" isn't inherent.

You silly! :)

reuset · 06/08/2015 17:12

I've just remembered another one, from Blyton this time. Bimbo and Topsy. Bimbo is on a par with it I think Grin

reuset · 06/08/2015 17:11

There is nothing weak or flimsy-sounding about Topsy, it actually has quite a strong sound. Something like Esme or Amelie sounds flimsier to me.

Sylvanians, you silly Grin I'm not talking about the sound 'top' and comparing it to a softer 'esme' or Amelie. It 'sounds' weak and flimsy, not because of the actual sound (chuckle again) but because it's not a proper name.

sweetpeame · 06/08/2015 17:07

I like it as much as a landscape CV. Possibly this best comment I've heard on here Grin.

It's utterly ridiculous, your child would be ridiculed.

Incidentally my cousin had a pony called Topsy, the pony's sister was called Turvy... Something to think about...

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mrsb83 · 06/08/2015 16:42

Thanks for the responses

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sticklebrickstickle · 06/08/2015 15:03

I quite like it but I agree with previous posters who say better as a nickname.

SylvanianCaracal · 06/08/2015 15:02

Although I might draw the line at Flopsy :)

SylvanianCaracal · 06/08/2015 15:02

There is nothing weak or flimsy-sounding about Topsy, it actually has quite a strong sound. Something like Esme or Amelie sounds flimsier to me.

I think people associate it with rabbits and book characters but that doesn't make it weak.

reuset · 06/08/2015 15:00

That;s probably true, Fluffy. Though they'd also think you had a real name too.

WhereAreMyDragons · 06/08/2015 14:59

No fucking way, sorry.

Fluffy24 · 06/08/2015 14:56

On the plus side if you are introduced as Topsy in some circles there might be an assumption that you must be an aristocrat!

WizardOfToss · 06/08/2015 14:56

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honeyandfizz · 06/08/2015 14:53

Just no that is all Shock

outtolunchagain · 06/08/2015 14:53

I did know aTopsy once but her real name was Thomasina .

TheReturnoftheSmartArse · 06/08/2015 14:52

DSis' dog is called Topsy. She has another called Tim. Not really a person's name - sorry! I can't imagine going to see my stockbroker or doctor or lawyer called Topsy.

Mrsjayy · 06/08/2015 14:51

Please dont be ridiculous topsy really say it out loud like this TOPSY come in for your lunch/dinner/tea/supper.

reuset · 06/08/2015 14:50

Expecting DC2 and a friend suggested it. Husband loves it but I'm not convinced.

Do you really need to ask! It's utterly bonkers for a human baby, fluffy, flimsy, insubstantial etc etc. Topsy for pets, my response very different.

ThereIsIron · 06/08/2015 14:49

No. What if she marries into the Turvy family?

MrsBungle · 06/08/2015 14:48

Horrendous.

Finola1step · 06/08/2015 14:46

Does she have a sibling called Turvy?

In all honestly, it may sound cutsey now but could you imagine how she would introduce herself in a professional capacity as an adult?

Use it as a family nickname.

Fluffy24 · 06/08/2015 14:46

Otherwise known as Lady Theodora Margaret Utterinham-Smythe, best friends with fellow sloan Bunny Waterford-Browne.

Sorry Smile

MrsLeighHalfpenny · 06/08/2015 14:43

It's not even worthy of the status of nickname - it's a pet name. By all means call your DD Topsy, but don't actually NAME her that.

LikeASoulWithoutAMind · 06/08/2015 14:43

Oh please don't!

CatMilkMan · 06/08/2015 14:42

I like it as much as a landscape CV.

annandale · 06/08/2015 14:42

What does your dh like about it?

(please choose something else)