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Hubby doesn't like name

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Penguin34 · 21/04/2018 22:28

So I love the name Mila, I love it so much I can't think of any other names at all.
My husband doesn't love it but he said if I really want it, it's fine.

Really we should find a name we both love but I honestly can't see past this one.

He likes Chloe (nope) Maddison (my friends daughters name) and Millie - which I said he could call Mila!

What do you think?

She's not coming till September but I'm a little bit obsessed with this name

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Penguin34 · 21/04/2018 23:05

@Awwlookatmybabyspider I did say that but he doesn't want any middle name at all

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chezmk1988 · 21/04/2018 23:05

I like it but I only imagine it suiting a person from a different country like Mila kunis. It doesn't seem like an English name so if you're both British I might sway against it.

Flossie4 · 21/04/2018 23:04

Not fond of the name. It will cause pronunciation problems Mile-ah or Mill-ah. Sounds odd both ways imo. As others have said, it is best to choose a name you both love.

I picked three and put them to DH (and added ones he quite liked) and was very pleased that each time he picked the one I liked most.

BackforGood · 21/04/2018 22:55

Do you say it 'Mile-ah' ?

I'm not keen myself, however, that isn't important. What is important is that you and your dh find a name you both really like. You've got months yet. There are thousands upon thousands of names out there. Keep looking.
In 4 months time, if you've not found 'the one', then you might have to go for one he 'doesn't mind', but keep in mind then for dc2, you'll have to be prepared to accept a name you aren't keen on.

HappyLollipop · 21/04/2018 22:45

I love the name Mila, it's very pretty. I too only had one name I truly loved and always came back to it for my DS much like your husband my partner was happy for me to use it even though he wasn't as keen on it as I was! I'd go for it if I was you.

Brokenbiscuit · 21/04/2018 22:45

Don't like it personally, but it doesn't matter what I think. If you love it and DH is happy enough to go with it, then go for it.

LastNightsMakeUp · 21/04/2018 22:43

You've got 5 months to find a name you both love. You'll get there. No need to put all your eggs in one basket so early on.

I don't mind Mila but it does remind me of milia spots...

Dozer · 21/04/2018 22:40

Awful name, and people will frequently get the pronunciation wrong.

It’s unreasonable to only want one name.

RedDwarves · 21/04/2018 22:38

Mila and Millie have different sounds, so it's contrived to suggest he could call a Mila Millie as a nickname.

I have to admit that I'm not a big fan of Mila. It is very linked with Mila Kunis and is having a bit of a moment right now. I think it will date.

I think you both need to like the name, if not love it. He likes Chloe, you've vetoed it; you like Mila, he also has the right to veto it.

Awwlookatmybabyspider · 21/04/2018 22:37

Well if he doesn't love it but is on board I think that's okay. If okay is enough, mind.
However I do think you should use Chloe as a mn for your dh. It's only fair you both get to use the names you love. He's met you half way.

Sophronia · 21/04/2018 22:35

I’m not keen, it seems bit “celeb-trendy” due to Mila Kunis.

How about Mia or Maya/Maia?

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