Ambrosia

[east93]

I really like Ambrosia. There's something about the name that draws in my fancy.
If you really want a more "presentable" nickname, try Amber or Rose/Rosie. I think it's fine on it's own though.

[sheflieswithherownwings]

I live in the UK and there is quite a large brand named Ambrosia, which make custard and rice pudding so that's all I think of, sorry.

[esrever88]

Yes, Ambrosia is elaborate, and may not be to some people's taste - but I love the story and the fact that it honors family. It's a beautiful name and I say go for it - and I agree with Pam, if you're going to use it, own it!

[erinlw]

In my opinion, I think it's kind of a hippie name, alike to Petal or Bliss. It does offer a nickname, Ambie, but I think that Ambrosia is still recognizable enough a word to most people that people would think "food," not "unique." Since it has ties to your family, I can see it working as a middle, but not as a given name.

[ambrosia]

Ambrosia is my name, and I love it! I have never met anyone else named Ambrosia, which is pretty cool
My middle name is Leigh.
When I was a kid everyone called me Amber, because none of my friends could say Ambrosia! Starting in college, and at all of my jobs since, my teachers, friends, and co-workers all call me Ambrosia.

[ambrosia]

It is a hippie name - I am from California and my parents grew up in LA during the 60s, my dad was a surfer, etc. (I'm 30) I also go by Amber. A lot of people do not think food, and pretty much everybody thinks unique - I get so many complements on my name! A few people do know that it comes from Greek mythology.