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Phoebe

37 replies

ToftheB · 29/08/2019 08:51

What are your thoughts on Phoebe?
It's currently the only name DH and I can agree on. I like it - I like the sound, the meaning and the fact that it's a name with a history but no religious connections - but I'm worried about the lack of nicknames and concerned other people might think it's a bit posh/wet. My family don't seem very convinced by it, but I know they'd come around once it was attached to an actual baby!

I think DH only likes it because we jokingly call each other and our DS Bean, and he thinks that Phoe-Bean is cute and funny! He's difficult to choose names with - just let's me make a load of suggestions until he latches onto one and then thinks it's a done deal.

Middle name is likely to be Alexandra (a family name)

Thank you for your opinions and suggestions.

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daisypond · 29/08/2019 10:10

Phoebe is lovely.

Rainbowqueeen · 29/08/2019 10:02

Gorgeous
Nickname for all Phoebes I know is Pheebs

SweetAsSpice · 29/08/2019 10:00

Yes! Beautiful name.

namechangedforthis1980 · 29/08/2019 10:00

One of my favourite names!

aibutohavethisusername · 29/08/2019 09:58

Love the name

AverageMummy · 29/08/2019 09:56

I love it

ToftheB · 29/08/2019 09:38

Thank you all. Very reassuring.

I struggled a bit with the spelling (I'm dyslexic and crap at spelling anyway!) But- hopefully - as it's nice and short, it shouldn't be too painful to correct people.

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Colourfulest · 29/08/2019 09:18

Lovely*

Colourfulest · 29/08/2019 09:17

Love name OP! I also love Phoe-bean Grin

IHeartKingThistle · 29/08/2019 09:17

It's fab.

Many, many people can't spell it though!

user1493494961 · 29/08/2019 09:16

Very nice.

IckleBear · 29/08/2019 09:08

Phoebe Alexandra sounds lovely

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