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Names that 'go' with Matilda

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matildamum · 16/05/2009 21:30

Hi there, we're expecting our 2nd baby in 6 weeks time. DD is called Matilda so I'd like it to 'go' with her name. I like old-fashioned, but fairly unusual names. (i.e. don't want he/she to be one of several in class with same name.) I don't like discussing names with family/friends so would really appreciate some feedback/alternative suggestions on the following:

Girl- Clementine, Clemency, Jemima, Tallulah, Mabel (but maybe is too many M's, our surname starts with M too!)
Boy- Rafferty, Stanley, Finbar (DH's middle name, he's Irish!)

Thanks so much.

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lolaandned · 17/05/2009 12:45

i like clowance,bronwyn.poppy to go with matilda love finbar for a boy

lolaandned · 17/05/2009 12:45

i like clowance,bronwyn.poppy to go with matilda love finbar for a boy

peppapig3 · 17/05/2009 13:27

I know a Matilda with sisters Beatrix and Isabella and another with a brother called Albert

thumbwitch · 17/05/2009 22:16

Had a thought - a name that is heavily underused these days that could go well with Matilda:
Virginia.
then, if you are into nns, they could be Tilly and Ginny.

matildamum · 18/05/2009 07:58

Hi everyone. I've never posted on one of these sites before and am so grateful for all the feedback.
mrsmattie - think you're right about Clemency. I love the name but it could be one she gets teased about, and my Mum says it makes her think of prisoners appealing for 'clemency' rather than just the word's meaning which is 'merciful'. I like Clementine too but it sounds like a real mouthful when you say it out loud, i'm also not keen on Clem or Tina as nn's so maybe I've talked myself out of it anyway.
peppapig3 - thanks for your input. I love Albert nn Bertie for a boy but DH really not keen...hmm 6 weeks to go, maybe I can have another go at convincing him.
warra - I love Florence too. Should have been on my original shortlist. I like your Finley too. Good luck with it all next week!

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