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Benjamin or Arthur

35 replies

Partyof2 · 06/04/2022 21:13

What are your thoughts on Benjamin and Arthur? Considering for DS1. Thank you!

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Datsandcogs · 06/04/2022 22:17

Both lovely. I prefer Benjamin, but if you’ll end up calling him Ben then I’d also prefer Benedict.

DemBonesDemBones · 06/04/2022 22:17

Benjamin. I'm still confused how Arthur caught back on!

axolotlfloof · 06/04/2022 22:07

I am suprised people think Benjamin is uncommon.
There were a couple in my son's primary school class, and a third one in his football team. We only know one Arthur though.
I prefer Arthur.

SunshiningBoo · 06/04/2022 22:05

I like both names, but I do slightly prefer Arthur.

WeasilyPleased · 06/04/2022 22:05

Benjamin is much nicer.

MuMmaOf3littles · 06/04/2022 21:44

My youngest son is called Benjamin Arthur, so I obviously love it. I thought they were lovely classic names and that's why I chose them. Benjamin especially isn't common

Etinoxaurus · 06/04/2022 21:41

Both are lovely but Benjamin means last born so I’d not use it for #1
le Benjamin
If you love Ben, go for Benedict.

MadameDragon · 06/04/2022 21:20

Benjamin. Lovely name and uncommon these days.

Mytoddlerisamazing · 06/04/2022 21:18

Benjamin Smile

CorneliusVetch · 06/04/2022 21:16

I love both but prefer Benjamin. I have a nephew nn Benjy, I love it!