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Aphra

37 replies

kt12mum · 19/11/2021 21:01

Thoughts on Aphra for a girl?

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IamnotwhouthinkIam · 19/11/2021 21:19

As long as you are a fan of Aphra Behn and happy for people to ask/comment on that (as that's likely what most people will assume as it's an uncommon name). I think it's quite pretty and fits a nice niche - unusual yet still "fits in" style wise with all the "ah" ending 2 syllable names popular for her peers at the moment (Ava, Ayla, Ada, Lyra, Isla, Ella etc).

Irishfarmer · 19/11/2021 21:18

How do you say it? App Ra? Couldn't find the pronunciation just meaning on google

TempsPerdu · 19/11/2021 21:18

Really nice. Strong, great namesake, pleasant sound and would make a refreshing change from some of the usual suspects.

rugbychick1 · 19/11/2021 21:16

So long as you're not in Australia you'll be fine. APHRA is the regulatory body for health professionals

Camembear · 19/11/2021 21:15

I’ve never heard of that name! It’s great.

bakingdemon · 19/11/2021 21:13

Love it. I know an Aphra who's lovely.

CaptSkippy · 19/11/2021 21:13

Oops. I mispelled the name. It's Aphra Behn.

CaptSkippy · 19/11/2021 21:12

Aphra? As in Aphra Ben? She was a famous playwright in her time. I love it. Inspirational name.

Isabellabasil · 19/11/2021 21:10

I absolutely love it and it was on my list but DH vetoed

HermioneWeasley · 19/11/2021 21:09

Fabulous. Named for an inspirational role model

beatrice82 · 19/11/2021 21:08

Sounds like Alpha. No from me, sorry.

toastofthetown · 19/11/2021 21:05

I like it. It feels very fresh.

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