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Is this a bit brave?

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newroundhere · 30/07/2016 01:39

DS1 was born 3 days ago and we still need to agree a first name. Most of the names we like are quite traditional / conservative (James, Alexander, Benjamin, Adam, Thomas) and the middle name is definitely going to be Robert.

However, DH and I both randomly like the name Torben, which is of Danish origin - no family links, we just like it. We're worried that it's a bit unusual - will people know how to spell / pronounce it, does it sound a bit trendy, are we brave enough to go for something out of the ordinary...??

So, any thoughts on Torben? With Ben as the nickname? Thanks! Smile

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DementedUnicorn · 30/07/2016 02:05

I hate original names but even I love it! Congrats!

LucyBabs · 30/07/2016 01:54

Personally I'd go with James, Alexander or Thomas. I tried to imagine my dc introducing themselves as adults to people or in an interview. This helped with name choosing Smile

ExtraHotLatteToGo · 30/07/2016 01:48

I'm not keen, but then my list of 'lovely names' is very, very short! 😁

If you go with it & call him Ben, don't be pissy when people assume his full/proper/non shortened name is Benjamin.

sunshinemeg · 30/07/2016 01:42

Actually really like it!
I'm a teacher and it was a nightmare naming our kids with something I didn't associate with a kid I know, Torben sounds pretty great!

DropYourSword · 30/07/2016 01:40

I think it's cute!