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Lysander

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toastofthetown · 14/07/2021 19:43

It is my all time favourite boys name. I've thought for a while that it would really catch on and start to climb in popularity but so far it hasn't. So what does everyone think of Lysander?

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StormBaby · 15/07/2021 10:54

My sons middle name is Lysander. Wasn’t brave enough to use it in the first name slot

Enko · 15/07/2021 10:52

Greek mythology that was meant to say

Enko · 15/07/2021 10:52

I once heard a mother calling her sons in the park: "LYSANDER! HECTOR! ACHILLES!"

Pretentious

I dont think pretentious when I hear a set like that at all. I think ohh Greek

They suit each other and are individual what's wrong with not wanting Oliver Harry and Archie?

Op Lysander is a great name go for it.

TheLeadbetterLife · 14/07/2021 22:46

We had goldfish called Hector and Lysander when we were kids.

IamnotwhouthinkIam · 14/07/2021 22:42

Oh, missed your post about Sacha - yes I don't see why that wouldn't work.

IamnotwhouthinkIam · 14/07/2021 22:41

Gorgeous and elegant imo - but because it's quite rarely used and strongly Shakespearean to boot, I think quite a few people view it as "posh/try hard" (it's a shame). Plus compared to classic Alexander you are a bit limited to nn's if he doesn't like it - I can only think of Sandy/Andy or Anders.

Enough4me · 14/07/2021 20:43

I really prefer Alexander.

worktrip · 14/07/2021 20:41

I have an Alexander. Similar sound but not quite so out there

TheVamoosh · 14/07/2021 20:21

It was our boy name for DC2, who turned out to be a girl. I absolutely love it.

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toastofthetown · 14/07/2021 20:19

For a diminutive I love Sacha. It works for Alexander so I think it's not a huge stretch for Lysander too.

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JesusInTheCabbageVan · 14/07/2021 20:15

Only if you have another DS who you name Bob. Not Robert; Bob. If you're happy fielding questions about Lysander and Bob, then you can use the name.

Ughmaybenot · 14/07/2021 20:12

It makes me think of Jilly Cooper and the hopeless case in that! I don’t hate the name but it’s a bit much tbh, and I don’t really think it shortens easily/naturally.

thecognoscenti · 14/07/2021 20:11

I think it's gorgeous. Not sure I'd be brave enough to use it but it's great.

DennisTMenace · 14/07/2021 20:10

I would assume they were born around midsummer. Can't say I would choose it, but like Sandor for a shorter name.

irresistibleoverwhelm · 14/07/2021 20:03

I love Lysander. DD has a Shakespearean name; I probably am too late to have another DC, but if I did I would seriously consider this. Also like Hermia!

Whatabouttery · 14/07/2021 20:01

@SummaLuvin

It's called an observation sweetie

EssentialHummus · 14/07/2021 20:01

We were settled on a v similar name for DC2. I think you need to be happy with the nickname options though - my instinct with NNs is always to just string out the first syllable, but "Lye" doesn't really work.

SummaLuvin · 14/07/2021 20:00

@Whatabouttery

I know two people with dogs called Hector.
I know someone with a dog called Robert. Your point is?

Hector is a wonderful name.

Enough4me · 14/07/2021 19:59

My DS likes having a fairly regular boys name (1 of 2 in a year of 90) and not a theatrical name. One boy in his year has a similar name to Lysander, he loves it and all through primary has wanted to be a mermaid/butterfly so it fits with his strong personality.

grapewine · 14/07/2021 19:59

I think of Shakespeare. I like the name.

Whatabouttery · 14/07/2021 19:58

I know two people with dogs called Hector.

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toastofthetown · 14/07/2021 19:57

@1Wanda1

I once heard a mother calling her sons in the park: "LYSANDER! HECTOR! ACHILLES!"

Pretentious.

I actually also love the name Hector, but wouldn't use them together. That would be too much for me. I admire the commitment to the theme though.
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toastofthetown · 14/07/2021 19:55

@broodyas

I think it's gorgeous and would happily use it but DH wouldn't!
Lysander has been vetoed here too. I live in hope that he will change his mind (but I am doubtful).
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SummaLuvin · 14/07/2021 19:55

makes me think of Salamander!!!! But a darn sight better than the snooze-fest names taking over this board recently. It does have an elegant, regality to it.

ILoveShula · 14/07/2021 19:53

All i ever hear being called in the park seems to be NOAAAAAH!

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