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Baby name regret

78 replies

MrsR5P · 07/10/2016 22:13

My son was born in May and my husband and I decided to call him Harry as we couldn't decide on a name. I wanted to call him trystan and my husband wanted to call him Harald. I compromised and said I was happy with Harry. My husband said he didn't like it as it reminded him of Harry Potter but settled on it as we couldn't agree on anything else. We registered him as Harry but my husband doesn't seem to be getting on with the name and still makes digs about how he doesnt like it. I also didn't want to use a popular name but felt I had no choice as we just weren't getting anywhere! I feel like I can't continue calling him Harry as I know that my husband doesn't like it. I have tried talking to him about it but it always ends in an argument as he won't drop the name Harald (which I really don't like). Any suggestions on how I tackle this? Name suggestions would be greatly appreciated too!

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StrawberryMouse · 07/10/2016 22:23

Henry?

Jessbow · 07/10/2016 22:22

Harald, or Harold?

Lucylocket13 · 07/10/2016 22:21

It's a lovely name and you will grow to love it. Please remember that it is 'only' a name and it doesn't really matter what he is called. As long as he is loved that is really all that matters. I went through the same concerns a few years ago but held tight and now the name is perfect for my daughter. I really hope this helps in a small way.