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What do you think?

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Teatreee · 07/09/2021 05:33

Baby boy due this month.
Set on the name Bernie ❤️

It’s classic, not too common but not a really “out there” name. What do you think?

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Ajl46 · 09/09/2021 07:57

@Travielkapelka

I rather like it. I HATE using a full name for the sake of it if you have no intention of using it so stick with Bernie.
It gives the child options though - eg he may prefer to be known as Bernard than Bernie at work.
Cleverpolly3 · 07/09/2021 21:04

@Teatreee

I love you *@Cleverpolly3*
You’re not the first Grin
SpamThief · 07/09/2021 17:26

Not keen on it personally. I picture a creepy older man with greasy hair and a flasher mac.

Cornettoninja · 07/09/2021 17:16

I like Bernie Smile

Although I have to say my preference is to use the full name on the birth certificate to give them the option (I have a full name but go by a diminutive and really like having an ‘interview’ name).

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BabbleBee · 07/09/2021 17:10

I knew a female Bernie, she was really lovely. Down to earth and kind so the name has good vibes for me! Haven’t come across a boy named Bernie so likely he’ll be the only one in his nursery and school class!

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Teatreee · 07/09/2021 17:10

I love you @Cleverpolly3

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HarrisMcCoo · 07/09/2021 17:10

@OhWhatsTheDifference

Bernie and Bernard are both dreadful. Very dreary.
Don't hold back.
GobbledyGeek · 07/09/2021 17:03

I’m really not keen on Bernie, but love Barney ...

TornadoTrinity · 07/09/2021 16:58

The names aren't my style, but I have to say that Bernie and Teddy do sound like a very warm, friendly pair of fellas!

Elisemum · 07/09/2021 16:50

What I meant to add - same with Bernie- I see a Bernie as a very friendly lovely chap.

Elisemum · 07/09/2021 16:48

@Teatreee, exactly. Look if you like it and suits your family then use it. I do have a Teddy quite high in my company, he is 50 and a big/tall lovely guy- and I think the name really suits him. It’s the only Teddy I know and I think the name is quite nice as long as the name holder is a nice person :) I can’t imagine a rude/unfriendly guy being called Teddy :)

Cleverpolly3 · 07/09/2021 16:43

[quote Teatreee]@Cleverpolly3 you didn’t earn that username for nothin 😋[/quote]
Like your comeback Wink

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Teatreee · 07/09/2021 16:22

@Cleverpolly3 you didn’t earn that username for nothin 😋

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Teatreee · 07/09/2021 16:21

@Elisemum you are right, you do have to consider every age bracket with names. If I’m completely honest, I couldn’t even imagine a Teddy as an adult or a baby and at one point it was vetoed, however we kept coming back to it as it was one of the few we could agree on. And now he’s here, bobbing about, he really does suit it and I couldn’t even imagine him being anything but that (although I know that happens with everyone) and it’s now becoming a bit more popular and recognised. There was also the love island Teddy who is an adult, which he suited

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HerRoyalRisesAgain · 07/09/2021 16:20

I like it. But then I have a little Bernadette. She hates it when people call her Bernie though Grin

Cleverpolly3 · 07/09/2021 16:18

[quote Teatreee]**@Cleverpolly3* I literally stated that I wanted to hear opinions, on our chosen* name ❤️ You decided to incorrectly read it as “oooo unsure, can you help sway me to yes/no”. It’s been good to hear everyone’s thoughts and their reasoning, we all think a certain way. It didn’t mean I had to agree with it, although I have listened to them. It’s just a healthy discussion 🙌🏻 I doubt there’s a name out there that 100% of people like?? If there is, I’m all ears[/quote]
Grin
I will try this again

You did exactly what I said
You asked for opinions on a name you’ve already decided up on.

Augusta1 · 07/09/2021 16:15

I know 3 Garys the youngest being 22, so it’s definitely not disappeared. Bernie’s a family name for us so we’re definitely big fans. Go for it!

Elisemum · 07/09/2021 16:14

You will never have everyone loving or even liking the name… if you love it go for it. Personally not for me, while it may be cute for a baby can you imagine Bernie working as CEO for example? Or in any other professional environment? I can’t really but it could be just me. All it matters is that you like it and if you are still happy to use it despite of all these comments then use it

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Teatreee · 07/09/2021 16:09

@Cleverpolly3 I literally stated that I wanted to hear opinions, on our chosen name ❤️ You decided to incorrectly read it as “oooo unsure, can you help sway me to yes/no”. It’s been good to hear everyone’s thoughts and their reasoning, we all think a certain way. It didn’t mean I had to agree with it, although I have listened to them. It’s just a healthy discussion 🙌🏻 I doubt there’s a name out there that 100% of people like?? If there is, I’m all ears

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BikeRunSki · 07/09/2021 16:06

I don’t love or hate it, but I don’t like diminutives as full given names.

Having been to a Catholic school, Bernie is a girl’s name to me, short for Bernadette.

OhWhatsTheDifference · 07/09/2021 16:04

Yes, everyone's tastes certainly are different

Cleverpolly3 · 07/09/2021 15:54

I don’t understand why you start threads asking what people think of a name when you are in fact decided and don’t give a hoot about opinions Grin

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Teatreee · 07/09/2021 15:44

@OhWhatsTheDifference oooo no, sorry can’t agree with you there. But everyone’s taste is different 🤪

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Teatreee · 07/09/2021 15:43

@IamnotwhouthinkIam good suggestions but sadly already taken from close friends/family. Bernie is a go, but been good to hear what everyone thinks 🙌🏻

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