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Baby name regret/worry

33 replies

Mummy652 · 30/10/2022 18:49

I named baby boy Danyal but it's not getting pronounced correctly and it's just getting shortened to Danny which I do not like. Should I just change it to Farris or Zain? Anybody have any recommendations for me. Thank you

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Minimalme · 30/10/2022 19:00

If you are unsure and have a clear preference for another name, go for the change! Or just keep repeating that you don't want the name shortened.

However, sometimes people struggle with their choice of name because they are feeling a bit depressed - if that could be the case, do make sure you speak to someone.

Mummy652 · 30/10/2022 19:00

@RunningFromInsanity @notforme It's a variation. I just do not like the nickname associated with the name (Danny).

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Penguinsaregreat · 30/10/2022 18:55

Is it Daniel?

SirChenjins · 30/10/2022 18:55

How did you want people to pronounce it?

TheOtherBoleynGirls · 30/10/2022 18:52

How do you want it pronounced?

notforme · 30/10/2022 18:52

Is it supposed to be Daniel?

AnApparitionQuippedFromDeepInsideACrypt · 30/10/2022 18:51

Daniel?

RunningFromInsanity · 30/10/2022 18:51

Is Danyal a family or cultural name, or just a ‘unique’ spelling of Daniel?
How do you want it to be pronounced?