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Have thrown spanner in the works- was happy with Lyra or Rudy...

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10Betty10 · 09/12/2016 18:24

So I've been dead set for what seems like forever that for a girl I like Lyra and for a boy, Rudy. However, have now confused the living daylights out of myself and OH by throwing a few more we both like into the mix... Which do you guys think goes well with a McK surname? (I love Gray as middle name for both genders)

Girls:
Lyra
Juno
Cora
Erin
Dakota

Boys:
Rudy
Cayde
Cohen

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SorenaJ · 13/12/2016 18:06

Love Juno and Erin

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10Betty10 · 13/12/2016 17:43

Hodd- we have scrapped both Cade and Lyra

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hoddtastic · 13/12/2016 16:19

cayde is awful, sorry, it's one letter away from Kayde.

don't really like Lyra, like Lara, Lila, Clara, Leila but not Lyra for some reason?

enqueue · 13/12/2016 16:16

Cora is my favourite for my upcoming girl but was sadly vetoed by OH. Juno was also on my list and vetoed! So I think either excellent choices 😊

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10Betty10 · 12/12/2016 15:27

Juno was indeed the Roman queen of the heavens- she was the lead goddess of the Roman Empire, but with a specific tilt towards protection and towards women (she came from the Greek goddess Hera) So not a bad namesake at all!

And you're right- the Juno in the film is strong, quirky and intelligent- all characteristics I would want for my child anyway!

I like your thought on Gray too. Very true.

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SpunkyMummy · 12/12/2016 10:23

Btw. I love the name gray.

Maybe because (in my work) things are never black or white. So, I've actually quite struggled with the fact that some names mean 'most holy', 'pure' or 'light'. I know, it's just the name's meaning. But it just felt weird, to me. It's just too much to live up to (and I'm probably being very silly!)

SpunkyMummy · 12/12/2016 10:21

I like the film Juno and the name.

Seriously. Juno is super quirky, upbeat and loving. Her relationship with the adoptive mother (not sure what she's called) is great. That kid is trying to do the best in a difficult situation. (And please don't read this as some kind of pro-life argument, I actually like that the film is so judgement free!)

It's an unusual name (I like that it's clearly feminine and still has an o ending, which gives it this upbeat and crisp meaning!), it isn't too 'heavy' (I wouldn't call a child Hecate or Poseidon, but maybe that's just me...) and her mythological role is also very impressive.

Wasn't she the queen of the heavens and goddess of... finance and marriage?

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10Betty10 · 12/12/2016 09:14

I get the film link with Juno- however, she is pretty awesome as a character so I don't really mind.

Lyra came from the fact I adored the His Dark Materials books when I was young! Unfortunately, I can't get past Lycra now so it's vetoed.

I like short names so Coraline wouldn't work for me and Coral is a bit pretty pretty- I like the simplicity of Cora.

I'm glad Rudy is getting the thumbs up!

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nooka · 12/12/2016 02:25

I like your three top runners. Cora makes me think of Tron Legacy - the Cora in that is super cool.

Why Gray though? It was my old surname and I think very dull. Is it a family surname perhaps?

MilkybarMars · 11/12/2016 23:05

I think you should stick with Lyra and Rudy. Lyra has a lovely meaning and is a great character. It's on my list! I don't think Erin is popular? I know one! Juno I like but just think of the film and Cora is ok. Do you like Coral? Or Coraline?
Lara?

Rinmybell · 11/12/2016 19:33

Rudy and Cora are my favourites.
Erin is a great name too Wink
I can't get passed the film when it comes to Juno.

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10Betty10 · 11/12/2016 07:56

Rudy and Cora are my favourites. OH has agreed on Rudy- although he is still massively pushing for Juno (although he does like Cora)

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WyfOfBathe · 10/12/2016 23:51

I love Rudy and Cohen from your boys list, and Cora & Erin for girls. I think that Rudy Gray Mck & Cora Gray Mck sound best.

I don't really like Juno because of the film, and I wouldn't know how to pronounce or spell Cayde (would Cayden or Cain be an option?)

SausageSoda · 10/12/2016 22:21

Rudy is my favourite from your boys list and Cora from the girls list. Love both but not keen on any of your other choices.

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10Betty10 · 10/12/2016 10:33

Katatonic- I adore Ramona but OH has vetoed- he thinks it's me indulging my love of punk haha! He also is the only guy ever to not want a kid named after Indiana Jones! (I love the name Indy for a boy)
Can't do Erica- knew an awful one growing up and she still lives locally so bad connotations!

Name change- Rudy is looking like a dead cert! Have always loved it. Good taste you have there! Wink

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Namechangeemergency · 10/12/2016 10:29

I have a Rudy.
Its a great name

katonic · 10/12/2016 10:19

Love all your girls names and I will admit to loving Dakota, it's got a really nice sound and would go with McK as a surname! How about Erica or Ramona instead of Erin? Also Indiana?

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10Betty10 · 10/12/2016 10:12

Jooni- is your Juno classed as quite unusual name wise? I've def never heard it in these parts haha

Am torn between Juno and Cora. Am sure we will decide eventually!

I'm positive on Rudy so thanks Smile

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Jooni · 10/12/2016 09:11

I'm in East Mids too and we have a Juno!

Love Cora and Lyra as well, and I don't personally know or know of any kids with those names round these parts.

It has to be Rudy for a boy, not a fan of those other options at all. If you like alliteration (I do too), I definitely think Cora McK... for a girl is much nicer.

CakeRattleandRoll · 10/12/2016 08:04

Cora McK... sounds great.

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10Betty10 · 10/12/2016 08:03

I reckon as a middle name it would work- simply because then there is no shortening based confusion when they get to school. What would you have as a first name? And the twilight meaning is really lovely, especially with time of birth.

It's hard isn't it! I think Cora and Juno are pretty much equally as nice!

Have scrapped Erin now.

This thread has really helped us whittle the list down! It's great! (Especially as my favs are winning hahaha)

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LouisvilleLlama · 10/12/2016 01:17

Only mildly like Erin out of the lists

SpunkyMummy · 09/12/2016 23:14

London.

Nope, not goth at all. and I don't even really like black clothing. And my hair isn't black either (although I do like black hair).

It would be the middle name for our daughter... the meaning is twilight and I have always really liked these hours. Plus, that's when she was born... 🙈

Cora is beautiful, it's honestly very lovely imo. I personally simply prefer Juno but both names are great options.

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10Betty10 · 09/12/2016 22:26

Well if you are of the goth persuasion then werewolves and graveyards could be a good association😜 (No judgment- I am pale as a sheet, black hair, a perma black wardrobe and a love for shouty metal, so technically I should be calling my kids Poe and Wednesday.) I can't figure out if Lycoris is a girl or boy name though? And what would it end up shortening to (3 syllable names usually end up being shortened I've noticed!)

OH is in love with Juno as name, I love it, but get a really positive feeling about Cora. I don't know of any Coras, do you mind saying which region you are from? We are Midlands so maybe it isn't one that has boomed here!

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SpunkyMummy · 09/12/2016 22:18

Yup, it's a plant, which wouldn't be too bad (beautiful flowers).

But they have religious and cultural meaning in Japan. And are associated with graveyards and death (or more like the afterlife/the other shore...). Oops?

I don't even know why I know the name! I'm actually mad that I love it so much!! And kind of furious DH isn't opposing it more fervently!

Uhm, back to you. Rudy is quirky, a bit vintage-y but not overly elaborate and sounds very crisp. And the meaning is awesome :)!!

Juno is gorgeous. Cora is beautiful but a very common name imo (I know a few Coras).