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Thomas or Euan?

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Tessiebeare · 27/01/2024 18:54

Trying to decide between these names for DS2 but going round in circles.
What does everyone prefer?

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sunflowerpinks · 30/01/2024 19:28

I prefer Euan. It's classic, strong and not overused.

Thomas/Tom is soooo widely used around here that I know at least 10..!

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Tessiebeare · 30/01/2024 19:26

It looks like Thomas is the most popular but DH has really gone off it so now considering Oliver and Alexander as well. I’m not sure I’m keen on any of the (probably inevitable) shortenings for Alexander though. Choosing a baby name is so difficult! 🤦‍♀️

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DramaAlpaca · 28/01/2024 23:25

Thomas

I prefer Ewan to Euan

ShakespeareInTurmoil · 28/01/2024 22:52

Thomas - classic name

BoleynMemories13 · 28/01/2024 22:48

Both are nice but Thomas is my favourite of the two. It's one of my ultimate favourite boys names in fact. Such a handsome classic.

tokesqueen · 28/01/2024 17:16

Thomas.

Gullillahvit · 28/01/2024 17:02

Euan is a wonderful name and a bit more unusual.

I know it’s a classic but I’ve never liked Thomas for some reason.

SandandSky · 28/01/2024 16:46

I think some people might see it as a bit “boring” but I love love love the name Thomas

NoKateMoss · 28/01/2024 16:21

Euan. It's a fabulous name and less common than Thomas.

timoteigirl · 28/01/2024 16:19

Easy choice - Thomas.

Although it means a twin but if that doesn't bother you...

Doublebiscuit77 · 28/01/2024 16:04

Thomas

peaceinourtime · 28/01/2024 13:27

I love Euan, it’s a nice name.

DuchessOfSausage · 28/01/2024 12:40

Me too.

DoggusDomesticus · 28/01/2024 11:30

Both good names! Though I do prefer Ewan to Euan.

SammyScrounge · 28/01/2024 01:39

Euan - a lovely name!

GaryBerrycloth · 28/01/2024 00:07

Both great!

BasiliskStare · 28/01/2024 00:07

Thomas - DS's best friend is called Thomas - such a classic name

MaloneMeadow · 28/01/2024 00:01

I much prefer Thomas, feels like a far stronger name to me plus there’s more nickname potential

Iloveshoes123 · 27/01/2024 23:49

Thomas

Kiwiburgh · 27/01/2024 23:31

I'd pick Euan, that's what we're going to name ds once he's born next month. 😊

Onelife2024 · 27/01/2024 21:13

Both are great names - it’s hard to choose. Thomas is one of my all time favourite names. But Euan has the advantage of being less commonly used as well as being lovely.
I think Thomas just about wins it for me.

DuchessOfSausage · 27/01/2024 19:21

Thomas

User6761 · 27/01/2024 19:17

I love Euan (and Struan!)

OuiLaLa · 27/01/2024 19:12

Thomas! It’s a lovely name and I don’t get bored is saying it 300 times a day.

Firsttimebabymama · 27/01/2024 19:00

Thomas