Lionel...

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What do you think about this name for a little boy?

It’s not a name I’d ever suggest but I actually think it’s really nice. Different without being wacky.

It's okay - very retro but quite patrician sounding (I suspect that if he's shy/wants to fit in once at school he'll end up going by Leo though).

If you like the Knights I think Gawain, Geraint or maybe even Gareth feel a bit less vintage (because no associations with older celebs like Blair or Richie).

"Is it me you are looking for?

Your son will hear that joke millions of time over"

As if. That song is 40 years old.

OP not Lachlan or Forrest. Go with Lionel, it's lovely.

David Baddiel's middle name is Lionel. He once mentioned that LL Cool J's full name is actually Lionel Lionel Cool J

There's a flooring company in Dublin called Lino Richie

As if. That song is 40 years old.

I agree. Kids today are more likely to know Lionel Messi.

So happy it's liked 😊 DH is warming up to it.

Any suggestions on middle names to go with it? Surname begins with B

Lionel Lachlan
Lionel Rowan
Lionel Eden
Lionel Atlas
Lionel Forrest

I like earth/nature inspired names.

Lionell Mitchell Brown

Lionel Rowan sounds lovely. I'd definitely pair a more vintage/retro first name like Lionel with a more popular/contemporary middle name - and Rowan is that (plus has beautiful nature vibes).

Absolutely lovely

I love it. Clicked on this because my friend has a Lionel! He’s one now :)

Am not wild about it, but suspect it is coming back along with Ernest and Jean. Etc

Lovely.