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Is this whacky or cool?

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brookln · 20/05/2022 00:34

Hi what do you think of a name Easton?
I don't want names that are too known or popular, but don't want anything whacky either.

It's a very fine line and just when I think I've struck a nice balance with a name, I worry if it's not a "safe" name.

Any other ideas welcome Smile
Thank you

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ChardonnaysBeastlyCat · 27/05/2022 12:13

I suppose Neasden will be even wackier once it's spelt Nisdn.

Nittersing · 27/05/2022 12:26

I'm Australian, (and a teacher) Easton will be completely fine here. He'd be the only one in the school but it wouldn't be considered odd at all. If you love it then use it.

Lavenderlast · 27/05/2022 12:43

It’s ok but does make me think of Euston Station.

I know you want to make him special bjt do try to find a name that people won’t always ask “and how do you spell that”

ShirleyPhallus · 27/05/2022 12:47

brookln · 27/05/2022 12:10

Lots of very rude comments here!

I don't feel phased at all by them @ShirleyPhallus Smile so far the negatives are not really relevant to us (like places I've never been to or doubt will ever visit; or a singer from generations ago). If they were relevant they I would prob take them on board a bit more.

Good to hear!

i think the only MN approved names are the ever classic dull names like Anna, Victoria, Michael etc. Anything falling outside that is viewed with deep suspicion!

NC1010 · 27/05/2022 14:17

I quite like it!

Cotswoldmama · 27/05/2022 14:24

I quite like it, it makes me think of the author Bret Easton Ellis write of American psycho amongst other things - I don't know if that's a good or bad thing?!

user3199 · 27/05/2022 15:40

Spartak · 20/05/2022 02:12

Easton is the name of a not particularly nice deprived area in Bristol, one of the most deprived in the UK.

There was lots of gang related violence and drug issues there when I was growing up nearby.

Yes, the area of Bristol was my first thought too.

SirChenjins · 27/05/2022 15:54

It’s a bit Kardashian-y - North West, Easton West, North South Grin

It’s an OK name, just not my cup of tea.

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