10 Things You (Might) Hear When You Tell Your Family The Chosen Name

1) Oh…That’s an interesting choice…

2) Why didn’t you choose ___ instead? It’s much better!

3) My hairdresser/plumber/yoga teacher has that name!

4) You didn’t choose *insert name of relative here*’s name? S(he) will be crushed!

5) When I have a baby, I wouldn’t name them that…

6) I love it! Can I steal it?

7) Are you sure that suits him/her?

8) That’s a nice name, but my baby’s name is better

9) *Insert name of relative here who is dead* wouldn’t have liked it…

10) I love it! What a great choice!