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Is my daughters name awful?

162 replies

Queeenie · 05/02/2020 11:05

I have a DD (no longer a baby) who is called Keira. I have seen threads about “K” apparently being chavvy and also threads discussing the spelling of this name.

I specifically chose this spelling for 2 reasons. 1 - I’m Scottish and it’s the feminine form of the boys name Keir. 2 - because although there are alternative spellings (Ciara and Kiera), this is the most commonly used spelling.

After reading the other threads, I just worry I’ve made a bad choice with this and that my daughter may some day be unhappy with her name.

Have I made a big mistake?

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AutumnRose1 · 05/02/2020 11:38

I think it’s lovely

You saw criticism on threads here? No name is acceptable here.

Naomh · 05/02/2020 11:38

It's grand. I'm Irish, so our correct version is 'Ciara', but obviously I'm aware of the Scottish variants. And @MindyStClaire is right about why some posters are rude about names beginning with 'K' -- they're talking Kaycee, Kaydee, Kaylee etc.

Nearlyalmost50 · 05/02/2020 11:37

Keira is a nice name, I don't think this is what people have had in mind when slagging off K names like Khloe.

Even though mumsnet may not approve, anyway, the Kardashians have made billions of dollars having recognisable branded 'K' names.

Keira isn't in that category, I like it, as someone said it's like being called Katie, it's a pretty name you can't take offence over.

BennytheBall · 05/02/2020 11:35

It’s fine. I know a Kiera and a Ciara.

I think it’s Kai, Kyle and Kayden that are perceived as the ultimate chav names on MN, not all K names.

kiki22 · 05/02/2020 11:32

I love Keira if I had a girl it would be my first choice its lovely. I have a K name and so does ds2 I've found the people who judge my name choice I wouldn't dream of using any of their suggestions.

Keira is beautiful feminine without being girly and will age well. Don't doubt yourself.

Wasail · 05/02/2020 11:31

MN hated my DSs name for a long time but seems to love it now Confused.
There are some truly rude posters on baby name threads, try not to let it bother you.
Kiera is a lovely name.

TalaxuArmiuna · 05/02/2020 11:29

nothing wrong with the name Keira. perfectly nice name and no particular connotations of class imo. stop worrying and use the name you like.

MindyStClaire · 05/02/2020 11:27

When people make snobby comments about "K" names, they're talking about things like Khloe - names traditionally spelled with a C but changed just to be different. Those people wouldn't be judging someone for using Katherine or Kathryn rather than Catherine! Keira is the same IMO.

Lucindainthesky · 05/02/2020 11:27

Perfectly nice name and not chavvy

Chickenitalia · 05/02/2020 11:26

It’s a perfectly nice, normal name! Loads of names have different spellings that are all equally valid so don’t fret about that. She will have to spell it out more than once, that’s normal, my name has only 1 conventional spelling and I’ve still had to repeat and correct over and over!
Chavvy is such a horrible word. If you take it to mean tacky or low class, I don’t think Keira is at all.
Enjoy your baby and don’t give this another thought.

Cheesecake53 · 05/02/2020 11:26

I really like that name and prefer the K to the C.

user1493494961 · 05/02/2020 11:26

Not to my taste but you like it so that's all that matters. It's not a name to raise eyebrows in any way.

Isbutteracarb · 05/02/2020 11:25

It's a lovely name!

Shakirasma · 05/02/2020 11:25

Its 16 YO DD's name, though hers is spelled Kira.

Nothing chavvy about it, it's very pretty.

FebruaryRainandSleet · 05/02/2020 11:23

I like it. I'd put it in the 'nice normal name' list with Clara and Katie.

I have a perfectly ordinary name with more than one spelling, You just get used to saying 'with-an-e' automatically when you introduce yourself

BlueMoon1103 · 05/02/2020 11:23

Love it!

Iwantmychairback · 05/02/2020 11:22

I really like it. Nick name Kizzy.

tinnitusagain · 05/02/2020 11:20

lovely name, really pretty!

funmummy48 · 05/02/2020 11:19

I think it’s very pretty.

theseriousmoonlight · 05/02/2020 11:17

I think it's a lovely name.

diddlediddle · 05/02/2020 11:17

It's a lovely name Smile

Percivalthebabyspider · 05/02/2020 11:17

I like it, very pretty :)

welshsoph · 05/02/2020 11:16

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FlowerArranger · 05/02/2020 11:14

Keira sounds lovely.

Don't let anyone tell you otherwise Smile

TiddyTid · 05/02/2020 11:13

My adult daughter is a Keira Smile

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