Post by orangeglow on Oct 24, 2014 20:40:59 GMT -5
So we have decided on Julian to be his first name. Our last name sounds like... kingman kinda. Close enough.
DH's first name starts with a J and his middle name is David.
So we were going to go with Julian David "kingman"
Then I told my grandfather (super close to and we aren't the kind of family to mince words) and he's upset that I am not naming the baby Jack (or John) after him. He always thought I would be the family member that would keep his name in the family. I KNOW I know.
Now we are batting around an "a" middle name so his initials would be JAK. Stupid, I KNOW. But I am just at that hormonal state of OMG.
Any "A" names that sound good with his first and "last" name??
I don't like most of the A names. Asher maybe??
Help if you want - and if you think it's dumb, that's ok too. :-) Thanks!
Personally, I'd keep the name you want since the initials probably won't cut it for him. Or maybe do John for a middle name if you like it. I can't believe he made you feel guilty about the name.
Personally, I'd keep the name you want since the initials probably won't cut it for him. Or maybe do John for a middle name if you like it. I can't believe he made you feel guilty about the name.
He is an awesome grandfather. I don't know why this is bothering him so much. Which is why I feel really bad.
I don't feel comfortable doing John for other family reasons. UGH. I really wanted a boy - but that 2% that wanted a girl is trying to ramp it up!
I feel your pain. Honestly, I would keep your first preference for name choice.
This is something that I may deal with with my Grandmother. If my baby is a girl, her middle name will be my OTHER grandmother's name. Dreading crossing that bridge..,
Here are some A named in case: Armand Alex or Alexander Alfred Arthur Aaron Anthony
Post by centralsquare on Oct 26, 2014 16:56:41 GMT -5
My sister gave her daughter two middle names, b/c BIL's grandmother was dying. Grandmother ended up not dying and was absolutely thrilled about it.
Julian David John <lastname>
You don't have to use it everywhere (and many places, you can't b/c there's not room), but it's a nice gesture.
p.s.: if your grandfather really valued you and your relationship, he wouldn't manipulate you in this way. I hate that he's doing this, even if it's out of good intentions.