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Desperately need to pick a name ASAP

96 replies

Easterbabes · 24/04/2025 16:37

Gave birth to a lovely baby boy four days ago. Thrilled to bits but poor little DS still has no name. We’ve really struggled to narrow down the names this pregnancy so thought we’d wait until he was born to pick a name, but he doesn’t look like any particular name? We’ve got 10 on our shortlist but just can’t seem to make a decision. Please help! Big sister is Elizabeth.
Options for this baby are:
Nathaniel
Philip
August
George
Tobias
Alexander
Monty
Lachlan
Charlie
Micah

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Firsttimebabymummy · 24/04/2025 16:46

Alexander is probably my favourite boys names and I think sounds lovely with Elizabeth (also love this name!)

Otherwise Nathaniel would be my 2nd choice.

Congratulations!

Awwlookatmybabyspider · 24/04/2025 16:48

Elizabeth and Alexander.😍

ForDaringNavyOP · 24/04/2025 16:49

I’ve got a Charlie. Could be a royal theme with Elizabeth!

ShillyShallySherbet · 24/04/2025 16:50

Alexander, George and Tobias are my favourites. Congratulations!

SausalitoSue · 24/04/2025 16:52

George is a lovely friendly name to suit all ages. My vote!

BoleynMemories13 · 24/04/2025 16:52

Congratulations

Nathaniel or George are my favourites, followed by Alexander. I love traditional names.

Fifthtimelucky · 24/04/2025 16:53

I agree with Alexander. Second choice would be George. Both timeless classics, like Elizabeth.

Other names that I think would go well with Elizabeth are:

James
Edward
William
Richard
Thomas
Henry

MiddleAgedDread · 24/04/2025 16:54

Nathaniel - I don't like this at all
Philip - too Royal with Elizabeth
August - different vibe to Elizabeth
George - good classic but I bit Royal with Elizabeth for my liking
Tobias - one of these
Alexander - one of these
Monty - a bit left field with Elizabeth
Lachlan - no, naughty boy vibes, doesn't go with Elizabeth
Charlie - good classic but I bit Royal with Elizabeth for my liking
Micah- no, naughty boy vibes, doesn't go with Elizabeth

LoudPlumDog · 24/04/2025 16:55

Elizabeth and Tobias !

pizzaHeart · 24/04/2025 16:56

Alexander.
I think it’s similar to Elizabeth - traditional but classic rather than old fashioned, variety of nicknames plus sounds good in any language which is important in our modern world.

Reddelilah · 24/04/2025 17:00

I like most of your names, but I particularly like August. Strong classic name that’s not overused.

Alexander is ok but we know sooo many Alexes, male and female! Unless your surname is very unusual I’d steer clear of Alex.

TomatoSandwiches · 24/04/2025 17:01

Alexander is my favourite from your list.

I quite Like Christopher and Douglas with Elizabeth, just a suggestion.

Kitjo · 24/04/2025 17:07

August! Lovely - definitely this 👍

ScruffMuffin · 24/04/2025 17:18

1 Alexander
2 Nathaniel
3 Tobias

Philip, August and George are all/ were recently members of the Royal Family, so I wouldn't go there if you already have Elizabeth (which is a great name!). The rest all have a totally different vibe, and none of them stand out to me.

Moreteaandchocolate · 24/04/2025 17:22

George, Tobias and Alexander are my favourites:)
Nathaniel and Charlie are lovely too.

Didshejustsaythatoutloud · 24/04/2025 17:23

Nathan or Lachlan for me
Congratulations 🎊

Didshejustsaythatoutloud · 24/04/2025 17:29

Didshejustsaythatoutloud · 24/04/2025 17:23

Nathan or Lachlan for me
Congratulations 🎊

Can I change my mind?
If so, I'll go for August. Love it!!

B0D · 24/04/2025 17:38

in no order I like Monty, Alexander and Alex
Phillip because I love Pip

not on your list but Arthur is nice too

user2848502016 · 24/04/2025 17:41

I like Alexander best from your list. August and George are nice too

Raininginparadise2 · 24/04/2025 18:08

Alexander or George. Both go well with Elizabeth. Congratulations x

OnTheJourneyOnwards · 24/04/2025 18:13

I vote for Charlie or George. Good strong boy names that have character!

LoveIndubitably · 24/04/2025 18:17

Alexander

Or, not on your list - Barnaby

stopringingme · 24/04/2025 18:32

George

MissJeanBrodiesmother · 24/04/2025 18:33

Nathaniel Alexander or Tobias.

Emanwenym · 24/04/2025 18:34

Nathaniel - too long. i don't like Nate or Nat.
Philip - like it a lot but a bit too Royal Family?
August - no
George - fine
Tobias - like and like Toby
Alexander - fine but I know loads of them
Monty - yes, but maybe use it for a dog
Lachlan - only if you're in Scotland
Charlie - yes
Micah - no

I'll suggest Jonty short for Jonathan

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