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Fabienne

10 replies

AllieW · 10/12/2010 19:35

Not even ttc, but am compiling my list for DC3 nonetheless.

I really like this name, which is French (and a feminine version of Fabian, I think), but was curious as to what folk thought since it's not at all common here. (I don't have French heritage by the way, just like the name).

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said · 10/12/2010 19:42

I LOVE it. It was one of the multitude of French names that partner said No to

MamaVoo · 10/12/2010 19:53

I think the name is fine, but with French names you do have to imagine how they'll sound when said by English people. IME a French accent can make most names sound wonderful. If you live in deepest Essex though it might come out sounding a bit footballers wives.

largevirginbirthandtonic · 10/12/2010 20:01

I LOVE the name Fabian. Have asked for it every child (have 7) H always says no Xmas Sad

Do it!

ShoppingDays · 10/12/2010 20:06

How's it pronounced? I'd guess either Fay-bee-enn or Fabby-enn? I think others might not know either.

spidookly · 10/12/2010 20:09

Nice

scouserabroad · 10/12/2010 20:13

It's Fabb-yenn, I quite like it, I think it's an old lady name in France maybe it's due a revival Wink

CheeeseOnToast · 10/12/2010 20:15

I know a Fabienne (lives in London) and everyone calls her Fab - I really like it! And she def lives up to her name, she is indeed fab! Grin

Rhubarbgarden · 11/12/2010 00:10

Love it.

babynoah · 12/12/2010 17:18

Fabienne is gorgeous.
go for it

ValiumShimmer · 12/12/2010 19:09

i like it. i don't think it's an old lady name in france yet is it? i thought it was like jennifer, Claire is here. could be wrong though.

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