We’re expecting baby #3 and talking about boy names. One that has always been on our shortlist is [name_m]Reed[/name_m]. The only potential problem is that our last name is F1$her. (Using alternate characters here to obscure it).
I wonder if [name_m]Reed[/name_m] F1$her comes across as “too swampy.” I can’t decide if the connection between the reed plant and activity of fishing in the places where reeds grow seems like too obvious of a connection, or if I’m overthinking it!
If you think it is a problem, would using the spelling [name_m]Reid[/name_m] make it any better? I prefer the [name_m]Reed[/name_m] spelling, but would consider [name_m]Reid[/name_m] if it solves a problem.
It’s a bit too swampy for me personally, and it would probably deter me. I don’t think it’s necessarily completely unusable, though. I do think [name_m]Reid[/name_m] slightly obscures the reference visually, but I’d still go with [name_m]Reed[/name_m] if that’s your preference as it doesn’t make any difference soundwise.
I think it’s fine. TBH, I didn’t make the association until you pointed it out and it isn’t really a clear association as one does not fish for reeds! It’s not like you wanted to give him a name like [name_m]River[/name_m] or Bass.
[name_m]Reed[/name_m] is completely fine with your surname. I think the most you’re looking at is an occasional remark, but I’m not sure you’d get any comments at all. I mean, what is there to say exactly? If it doesn’t bother you, pay it no mind.
I agree with others: [name_m]Fisher[/name_m] is well known so people aren’t self-conscious saying it so won’t overemphasise. But I would use [name_m]Reid[/name_m] to lessen the association - and because I think it looks more refined.
While I don’t see it as a big deal, I personally would change it, just to get away from the waterways, and go:
If the name [name_m]Reed[/name_m] is what you like and preferred spelling I’d say go with it. If you’re going with a middle name then if it all fits to your liking than go for it.
I think it’s fine, personally, but if you’re really worried about it then changing the spelling to [name_m]Reid[/name_m] will definitely lessen any swamp associations.
It’s a tiny bit too swampy for me personally, but F1$her is a common enough surname that I believe people wouldn’t raise a brow at it. [name_f]My[/name_f] first thought when I read [name_m]Reed[/name_m] was a reed on an instrument, but that’s just because I’m an avid musician. If you truly love [name_m]Reed[/name_m], go for it! Congrats!
It wouldn’t be my first thought at all, I actually really like it, but I do think Reid is a more common spelling, but for people who are not huge name nerds, I don’t think people would take the spellings any differently. It’s a lovely name
“Reed F!$her” could get a few remarks but personally, it sounds pretty cool. If you’re worried about the connotations with swamps and ponds you could go for the alternative spelling of “Reid” (pronounced the same way). But to be honest, if you love the name, go for it.
I actually quite like [name_m]Reed[/name_m] Fi$her! It is a touch themey, but not over the top for me. Changing the spelling doesn’t really change anything for me.
I totally see what you mean. I don’t love that they’re both names of things besides kids if that makes sense. Like they both have other meanings to them. I like both names separately, but I don’t think they work super well together.
I think [name_m]Reed[/name_m] F1$sher is a bit too swampy for me, but the spelling [name_m]Reid[/name_m] helps visually. You could also use [name_m]Reed[/name_m] as a middle name.
It’s not like you wanted to give him a name like [name_m]River[/name_m] or Bass.