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Are 5 syllable baby names pretentious?

132 replies

hendaw · 23/07/2026 20:59

Ones that I am considering

Cassiopeia
Anastasia
Alexandria
Theodosia

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JackandVictor · 23/07/2026 21:20

PancakeCloud · 23/07/2026 21:17

I would say Theodosia and Anastasia with four syllables

Me too

PancakeCloud · 23/07/2026 21:17

I would say Theodosia and Anastasia with four syllables

KatRee · 23/07/2026 21:17

I like them. I know two Alexandrias who both go by completely different nicknames and I think that’s one of the nice things about a longer name- you can choose a shorter variation to go by from a few different options!

AustenitesUnite · 23/07/2026 21:16

Anastasia is my favourite from your list

I prefer Alexandrina to Alexandria

I also quite like Eleonora

canklesmctacotits · 23/07/2026 21:14

I don’t think they’re pretentious as such, if there’s a reason why you want to choose a Greek (or whatever) name. They’ll inevitably be shortened, anyway.

TeenToTwenties · 23/07/2026 21:03

Not do keen on Cassiopeia as I just think of the constellation, but the other 3 are fine.

Electricsausages · 23/07/2026 21:01

Rediculosa