So all of my sisters-in-law know the protocol of "calling baby names". Meaning you have a list of names that you like for a future baby...you may have some that you somewhat like, some that you really like and then there are the ones that you would very much consider naming your next child. Sometimes you even have "the" name, meaning that will be the name of your next baby.
If you "call" a baby name, that means it is off limits to others. And out of kindness and consideration the others will know that they cannot and should not use that name. Even if you don't specifically "call" a baby name, but you mention that you really like that name for your next baby, a very close relative or friend should be respectful enough not to use that name. It's a tricky thing though saying what you are going to name your baby, because you want everyone to know that it is your name so that no one else will use it, but then you have that evil sinister person who thinks "oh, I like that name, I think I will use it-and I am having a baby first!" and they go use your name--big jerks!
So to one of my sisters-in-law (not naming names), I am truly sorry that the Baby Name Protocol has been broken and that your name was stolen and used by your very own sister (gasp!). I hope that you know I would never do that to you (not that I am having anymore kids, but if I was...)
So everyone, please be kind and follow the correct baby naming rules. Also, don't let your husband use your baby name on your dog, it kind of ruins it and then you can't use it on a child (Dave!)
That's all I have to say on that!
7 years ago
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I totally agree with that reasoning. I would like to add one rule if I may....If you advise an expectant mother of a name, and they use it, they need to make sure to always give you the credit for the idea...also, there needs to be a time limit on the "called" name. Say I called a name and then never have another child. Are my family members always, and forever banned from using that name.. you need to write a book. lol
I think if you are strongly thinking about getting pregnant, trying to get pregnant or are pregnant-the right is yours. I also agree about the credit for the idea thing. Thanks for the help.
I have always been terrified of that because I have had names picked out forever. Not cool to steal someone else's name!!
I am so confused. Who stole who's name?
I have a confession to make I stole Jill Beardens name a few years ago. However, I did get her permission to use the name!
Hello everyone, this is Andrew H's mother here. I found your blogs by following links and comments.
My dau,Kt had a name picked out, Leila. She called it and her sister-in-law who was pregnant and due before Kt said, "sorry, I am going to use that." Kt was soooo mad, but in the end, the sis-in-law picked another name, so Kt got to name her new daughter Leila.
it's great to see some of Andrew's friends out here blogging.
~a
Well, now I am scared. I love the names Hayden, Jack, and Sam. I will apologize now to Jimi and Mel.
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