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What do you think of Rupert?

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usernameusernames · 31/03/2020 13:02

Thoughts on the name Rupert? My husband loves it.

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NuffSaidSam · 31/03/2020 18:24

I think 2018 are the most recent stats?

There were 597 boys called Rupert in 2018.

It was the 107th most popular name.

It's on a steep rise in popularity.

goldenorbspider · 31/03/2020 18:22

It's a lovely name and one they can grow into

maa1992 · 31/03/2020 18:21

I'm not keen

Chickydoo · 31/03/2020 18:16

Wet, not a very strong name.

Violetparis · 31/03/2020 18:15

Posh drip.

Peachbubble · 31/03/2020 18:11

I like it. I know a 10 year old, who mostly goes by Roo.

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usernameusernames · 31/03/2020 18:07

Thanks for your replies - some mixed opinions but I appreciate everyone's views.

Does anyone know it's popularity at the moment? I can't seem to ever find the UK name stats that are more recent than 2018?

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Aber9 · 31/03/2020 16:50

Love it

VenusClapTrap · 31/03/2020 16:34

Really naff.

bigknickersbigknockers · 31/03/2020 15:57

Rupert is such a drippy name, Rufus..,. now you're talking.

robin04031402 · 31/03/2020 15:55

Lovely name - Rou for a nn?
However, my first thought was Rupert Bear!

Whatsyourflava · 31/03/2020 15:53

It’s a really cool name and fairly mainstream now. No one will raise an eyebrow these days (although older generations might, theyll soon get used to it). Love it

LalalalalaLlama · 31/03/2020 15:39

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LotusClover · 31/03/2020 15:27

Old fashioned and not particularly nice in my opinion. But if you like it go for it.

ReturnofSaturn · 31/03/2020 15:22

The bear. Nope I hate it, sorry!

Lucylivesinamushroomhouse · 31/03/2020 15:20

We’ve got a Rupert! So obviously I love it. Had mixed reactions when it was announced. People tend to love it or hate it. One friend thought we were joking! He gets called Rupes, Rupey, Ro Ro and Tiny (he’s only 5 months).

EasyTarget · 31/03/2020 15:15

Love it. Ru is a lovely nickname.

Whoareyoudududu · 31/03/2020 15:15

It’s the only boys name we agree on so if our baby is a boy he will be Rupert. Lovely name.

Sertchgi123 · 31/03/2020 15:10

I love it, go for it.

SpratsOnParade · 31/03/2020 15:09

Hate it. It's so wet.

EL1984 · 31/03/2020 14:00

Love it!!

GetTheSprinkles · 31/03/2020 13:58

Very cute

HelenaJustina · 31/03/2020 13:53

Love it, know a fab adult one.

Whatsyourflava · 31/03/2020 13:50

Love it! Nearly used it and regret that I didn’t

ErrolTheDragon · 31/03/2020 13:46

Rupert the Bear in his checked trousers... not keen

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