Naming boys after the Dads?

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Divvy · 24/07/2008 20:12

I am toying with this idea.

Its the name Edward, but his dad is called Eddie, and I have a feeling I will call him Teddy.

dh's Dad was also an Edward.

I was set on Thomas/Tommy but dd's now has a bf called Tom, so feel I cant use that name now

Anyway, is it the done thing, or naf to name after Dad?

ps I have had 4 girls and wouldnt dream of naming them with my name, but then I dont like my real name!

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DisenchantedPlusBump · 24/07/2008 20:18

My DH is Adam, we named our first born 'Addison' which means Adams first son.

Teddy is cute, I would call him Edward.

The boys middles names are the same as their grandads first names too

Luckily they are nice names though!

2point4kids · 24/07/2008 20:16

Sorry I do think it is a bit naff. It just seems slightly vain on the part of the Dad to me and as if he hasnt quite got enough imagination to think of other names. (sorry hope thats not too harsh)
Although good taste in names - I have an Edward who I call Teddy!

I think Thomas is still fine even though your DD's bf is called Tom. They may not be together long term if she is still young and even if they are, so what!
I have the same name as my SIL and it has never bothered any of us.

Good luck with choosing.

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