Enoch?

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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.

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.

Erm, no. Not a chance.

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

Powell. First thought

Rivers of blood, second thought.

I’m in my early forties so not massively old.

Enoch Powell immediately jumped to mind I’m afraid.

My first thought was Powell too

Made me think of Boardwalk Empire

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".

Made me think of Boardwalk Empire too.

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'.

Yeah sorry it would be too strong and too unpleasant of an association for me to consider.

Powell here too. I'd definitely choose something nicer and less controversial.

Late 40s and first thought was Powell, even though his most infamous speech was before I was born.

Boardwalk Empire and the fall of angels. I like it.

nope. Adolf was also one a perfectly good name.

Once!

No way is it usable even after all these years. Unless you want people to assume your son's parents are blatant racists!!

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.

Absolutely not.

Obviously you are not serious so stop wasting people's time

I’m 27 and immediately thought Powell. Definite no.

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).

oh no!! Def think of Powell-much too soon to even consider!!

Powell instantly. I would feel not worth risking association. It's a shame that happens

I immediately thought of Enoch Powell and his odious racist beliefs and speeches. If you want something similar & biblical, how about Esau?