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Be honest, what would you think if you met a baby boy named...

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LaWeasel · 05/09/2011 09:16

Hunter.

DH loves it. I actually do like it too, but living in ruralish England think everyone will think we are bloody bonkers.

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SecretNutellaFix · 05/09/2011 18:00

I'd think you were big wrestling fans.

MeconiumHappens · 06/09/2011 21:03

I know a hunter born recently too. I think it has the potential to become a popular name for a bit. Would this bother you?

ThatsNotMyBabyBelly · 06/09/2011 21:04

Gladiator

And also may be dfficult to carry off if not 6ft4 and blond

FootballFriend · 06/09/2011 21:08

Go for it! Have you thought of Gatherer for your next?

ThePrisonerOfAzkaban · 06/09/2011 21:18

My mates surname was Hunt, got teased loads,

His first name was chris too.

Not good

bibbitybobbityhat · 06/09/2011 21:20

I would smirk inwardly.

RemusLupinsBiggestGroupie · 06/09/2011 21:25

Don't like it.

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LaWeasel · 06/09/2011 21:32

Don't worry, I'm not going to let DH name him Hunter.

And he is now convinced of this fact (even if he's not convinced that it's not a good idea Hmm)

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issynoko · 06/09/2011 21:36

A bit like 'Stalker'. Nice.

GrandMasterT · 07/09/2011 22:08

Gonzo Journalism

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LaWeasel · 07/09/2011 22:11

Sorry, what?

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seeker · 07/09/2011 22:13

Not the best role model........!

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bonkers20 · 07/09/2011 22:23

The first thoughts that popped into my mind were that it's a Gladiator name (from that telly programme) or a name for a plastic super hero toy.

Sorry.

GrandMasterT · 07/09/2011 22:38

Is it the name of a character in a film? I did wonder...

GrandMasterT · 07/09/2011 22:41

LaWeas

You need to watch Fear and Loathing in Las Vagas.

smother · 07/09/2011 23:16

I would think...... what a ridiculous name for a little boy, has he got a sister called gatherer, why are they channelling this poor kid in such an 'alpha' male name, makes me think of spears and blood and animal guts .... and isn't it a surname anyway.... and isn't it just asking for a fight when he's older..... but isn't he a cute little boy and I guess it kinds of suits him and his parents are awful nice and we could always use the nickname hunny... or honey....

you did ask!

Red2011 · 07/09/2011 23:31

It's so difficult giving advice on names - we had a great dilemma over DD's; took us 4 days to decide what to call her. I had a few 'hippyish' names I liked but none of them suited her. Should we have another child then there are some of those more unusual names that I would consider BUT I would give them as a middle name with a more 'standard' first name. That way there is choice.

A friend of mine has a son called Billy. All well and good now but when he's 18 or so...?? William as a given name and Billy as a nickname would've been better, but that is just my opinion.

BTW, if your surname is Hunt don't call your son Mike! Grin

HoHoLaughingMonster · 07/09/2011 23:59

Hunter the Munter

MummyPenguin · 08/09/2011 15:20

Was reading an interview with Nicola McLean the other day. Her second DS is called Striker. WTF? Handy, I suppose, if he grows up to become a top footballer.

Bandwithering · 10/09/2011 10:43

mathanxiety, is Chad short for Charles in the US? Haven't heard it here, not once.

blimeythesunsout · 10/09/2011 11:28

Bit American but not bas.

FootballFriend · 10/09/2011 13:14

Who is Nicola McLean? I suppose I could google her but maybe not worth bothering.

GetExcitedAndMakeThings · 11/09/2011 11:26

I like it

EricNorthmansMistress · 12/09/2011 20:34

Sorry Weas, it's a bit macho for my taste! What if he grows up to be all slim and angular with floppy hair and a taste for good literature?

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