Embarrassing Names
- Hooker
Origin:
English occupational nameMeaning:
"shepherd's hook"Description:
fuhgeddaboutit.
- Add
Origin:
Diminutive of Adam or AdolphDescription:
Abstract painter Ad Reinhardt, né Adolph, gave his short name a lot of artistic cred, but it remained securely a nickname. The extra "d" in this version helps it stand on its own, for better or worse.
- New
Origin:
Word nameDescription:
New is a middle name name with meaning: Your baby, after all, is new to the world and you may hope will continue to approach life and experience as if everything is new and exciting.
- Favorite
Origin:
Word nameDescription:
Maybe if you're planning to have only one child -- and iffy even then.
- Barber
Origin:
French occupational nameMeaning:
"beard"Description:
This name's all-male occupational roots help it break the Barbara bonds, but still not the most inspiring surname choice.
- Bourbon
Origin:
Word nameDescription:
Not even for Brandy's twin brother.
- Cheerful
Origin:
English word nameDescription:
With word names and modern virtue names such as Sunny, Lucky, and even Blessed gaining in popularity, an upbeat adjective name such as Cheerful seems like a reasonable possibility.
- Unite
Description:
Unite is an uncommon feminine name derived from the English word meaning 'to join together' or 'come into harmony.' This virtue name carries powerful connotations of bringing people together, healing divisions, and creating wholeness. Unite emerged as part of the broader trend of word names and conceptual names that gained some traction in the late 20th and early 21st centuries. The name has a distinctive, modern feel while embodying a universally positive concept. Though rare in usage, Unite appeals to parents seeking names with inspirational meanings and contemporary sensibilities. Its simplicity in spelling and pronunciation contrasts with its profound philosophical implications, making it a subtly powerful choice for a daughter.
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