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Baby Boy - Salvatore vs. Solomon

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VermontMama · 29/04/2010 21:48

Hi everyone,

What are your votes for above names. Salvatore is my father's name. Solomon is something I just love.

I'd like to call Salvatore by his full name and not revert to using "Sal" until later in life.

As for Solomon, I would call him both Solomon and Sol (sounds like Saul).

Thanks....

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youremindmeofthebabe · 30/04/2010 08:49

another one for Solomon.

biscuitbear · 30/04/2010 08:11

I think Sol is brilliant.

LetThereBeRock · 29/04/2010 23:28

Solomon.I love Solomon.

mathanxiety · 29/04/2010 22:46
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recireci · 29/04/2010 22:34

Solomon

Onestonetogo · 29/04/2010 22:22

Salvatore is usually shortened to Salvo (by italian speakers). Not keen on either Salvatore or Solomon but if it has to be between the two then imho Solomon is better.

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VermontMama · 29/04/2010 22:12

hey mathanxiety

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VermontMama · 29/04/2010 22:12

I have an Italian background (last name Vespa) but his daddy is of Afro-American and Scottish (his father born and raised in Scotland) mix. My first son looks Greek/ Italian.... It all combined to have a sultry Mediterranean blend. I am assuming my next son will look the same but I have no idea! I'm 33 weeks along!!

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mathanxiety · 29/04/2010 22:10

I love them both. If you're in the US and you have a family connection to the name that seems quite strong, then I'd go for Salvatore.

ActuallyMyNamesMarina · 29/04/2010 22:05

Solomon - I think it is gorgeous and Sol as nn is fab too

if your background is latin american or Italian then Salvatore may be a more acceptable choice.......butv it's your baby so go with your heart

Like both, but definitely prefer Solomon

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VermontMama · 29/04/2010 22:03

Thank you for the vote, and for sharing your thoughts about the name.

Yes I live in Vermont. New England at least . My grandfather came to Ellis Island, NYC in the 1940s. His name was also Salvatore.

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DecorHate · 29/04/2010 21:53

Does your MN name mean you live in the US? I ask because Salvatore is not very common in the UK though I have heard it where I live but we have a big Italian community.... if it gets shortened to Sal is there a risk people may think he is a girl (Sally)?

Having said all that, I think I prefer Salvatore to Solomon!

TimothyTigerTuppennyTail · 29/04/2010 21:50

Solomon.