Willa

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I absolutely love the name Willa. DH likes it to, however mentioned it to my mum and she laughed. is it that bad? My DS is Arthur.

It’s ok. I’ve heard worse.

I really like it. Suggested it to my DH for our name list but he said no 😩

I know a Willa , I wasn't sure of the name at first and thought it would get mistaken for Willow but it never has and it really suits her.

I like how it looks but I’m not so keen on how it sounds.

Gorgeous name

What is it and this ridiculous name?

@NoSauce how is it ridiculous?

@WineOrGin thank you!!

@dancingunicorns123 it’s not ridiculous - it’s amazing

It’s ridiculous imo. Obviously others think differently. It seems like a made up name to me. I know it’s not though. I just don’t like it, sorry.

In honesty, I don't like it - it sounds awkward to me when spoken. But it's getting popular with the hipster type so won't be too odd or unusual for her if you do go for it. I know a baby Willa.

I really dislike it. There is nothing pretty sounding about it and it is awkward sounding to me.
It's a very weak sounding name that should continue to Willow or something more robust.
It makes me think of Will.i.am so maybe that's a plus.

I haven't heard it before but think it's lovely, if you love it then go for it!

Yes it’s weak sounding to me too and like it’s unfinished somehow.

Will you let us know if you go for it @dancingunicorns123

I think you should
I’ll have serious name envy though

Why do you want to know? Seems over invested.

I think it's lovely! We considered it but went with Willow instead. FWIW I don't think it will be confused with Willow.

I’m not a fan. I’m imagining having to sort out the upset at getting called Willy esp when children are going through that stage around 5 when they seem to find anything to do with human reproductive parts and poo/ wee etc hysterical.

To me it has an unfinished sound to it too and people will also address her as Willow by mistake i think.

William is the most traditional acceptable name you can get and that actually has the word Willy in it- Willa does not

@NoSauce oh dear am I a bit too keen 🙈🙈 I just love hearing updates of what people decide. Especially when lots of us have taken the time to reply. It’s quite a polite thing to come back and update but obviously no obligation. Apologies if I’m too invested OP xxx 😊

I think it’s absolutely hideous. Truly awful. I’ve never quite been able to get it’s popular on MN.

How about Wilda instead? I know a couple of small Wildas and think it's so lovely.

Love it. I know a little girl called Willa, cute as a button.

Never heard of it before, not keen tbh sorry....

I know a little Willa. I don't love it but it's unique and sounds strong. The Willa I know sometimes gets called Willow accidentally.