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Enoch?
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nesday · 12/05/2022 19:11
We are in love with the name Enoch but are concerned that people will immediately think of Enoch Powell.
Many of my friends of a similar age (mid 20s) are baffled by my concern and don't think the connection matters. I've found people a little older are very put off. My mum says there is no way it is usable.
Thoughts? I obviously don't want people assuming DC is named after Powell.
MadMadMadamMim · 12/05/2022 19:13
As Enoch Powell is probably the only 'Enoch' that most people have ever heard of I think you risk being labelled as a racist, right wing fascist if you call your child this.
I'm with your mum.
AlisonDonut · 12/05/2022 19:14
Erm, no. Not a chance.
sunnysaturdaydaffs · 12/05/2022 19:16
I knew a Enoch in London; he was black. It seemed to suit him.
after the first !!!! Moment we didn’t think of it again
LittleBearPad · 12/05/2022 19:16
Powell. First thought
Rivers of blood, second thought.
I’m in my early forties so not massively old.
Watto1 · 12/05/2022 19:16
Enoch Powell immediately jumped to mind I’m afraid.
Hugasauras · 12/05/2022 19:17
My first thought was Powell too 
Evilista · 12/05/2022 19:18
Made me think of Boardwalk Empire
KurriKawari · 12/05/2022 19:18
Agree with @MadMadMadamMim it instantly makes me think of racism and "rivers of blood".
But also it's not a very nice sound is it "ee-knock".
OhLookCriedNed · 12/05/2022 19:18
Made me think of Boardwalk Empire too.
AssignedSlytherinAtBirth · 12/05/2022 19:20
It's a biblical name. That was my first thought. I didn't think of Powell. I agree with sunnysaturdaydaffs, people will quickly get used to it. It's unusual but not totally 'out there'.
Scabbyknackers · 12/05/2022 19:20
Yeah sorry it would be too strong and too unpleasant of an association for me to consider.
User3568975431146 · 12/05/2022 19:20
Powell here too. I'd definitely choose something nicer and less controversial.
Antarcticant · 12/05/2022 19:20
Late 40s and first thought was Powell, even though his most infamous speech was before I was born.
Saucery · 12/05/2022 19:21
Boardwalk Empire and the fall of angels. I like it.
Nesbo · 12/05/2022 19:21
nope. Adolf was also one a perfectly good name.
Nesbo · 12/05/2022 19:22
Once!
mum2jakie · 12/05/2022 19:22
No way is it usable even after all these years. Unless you want people to assume your son's parents are blatant racists!!
Mybobowler · 12/05/2022 19:24
Eeek, no! I'm 32 and immediately thought Powell and Rivers of Blood. I think for most people, that'll be their only frame of reference for the name Enoch - I'd give it a hard swerve.
And I know you weren't asking for opinions, but imo it isn't a nice enough name to justify disregarding the connection with an infamous racist.
Is Errol even vaguely similar? I've always had a bit of a soft spot for it.
LondonQueen · 12/05/2022 19:25
Absolutely not.
Justcallmeanatm · 12/05/2022 19:27
Obviously you are not serious so stop wasting people's time
Chaoslatte · 12/05/2022 19:32
I’m 27 and immediately thought Powell. Definite no.
nocoolnamesleft · 12/05/2022 19:32
Straight to Powell and rivers of blood. I would assume you were a racist, and pity your child (but fear the environment in which they were being raised).
mumsiedarlingrevolta · 12/05/2022 19:33
oh no!! Def think of Powell-much too soon to even consider!!
faithinnature1 · 12/05/2022 19:33
Powell instantly. I would feel not worth risking association. It's a shame that happens
cheapskatemum · 12/05/2022 19:42
I immediately thought of Enoch Powell and his odious racist beliefs and speeches. If you want something similar & biblical, how about Esau?
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