Rose? Is this overdone as a middle name, does is matter?

I have always really loved the name [name_f]Rose[/name_f] and more specifically [name_f]Rose[/name_f] as a middle name. I know however this name is totally over done as middle but what do you think?

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It is totally overdone as a middle but there’s no denying it flows wonderfully with almost any first name and is clearly a longtime favourite for you. No reason at all why you shouldn’t go for it! :rose:

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I think it is, but I think it still has its charm, unless of course your baby’s fn is [name_f]Isabella[/name_f]!

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It’s on the list but it’s a very big setback for me, the fact that it’s overused and expected as a MN.

It is a common middle name, but I don’t think there’s anything wrong with that. Especially if you have always loved the name, it’s still a special choice.

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It’s super common but the reason for it is because it’s a gorgeous name! Go for it!

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You will not be awarded any bonus points for choosing a middle name that’s less common. :stuck_out_tongue: I think you should do what you think will bring you the most joy and avoid comparing yourself too much to others. [name_f]Rose[/name_f] is a lovely name!

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Yes, it is overdone. On the other hand, if you love the name and connect with it, it shouldn’t matter how popular it is. If anyone expresses a problem with it (not that they should), just tell them you love the name and that’s all there is to it.

Summarizing… use the name you love!

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As someone with the middle name [name_f]Rose[/name_f], it is overdone. But for good reason, it literally goes so well with every single name out there. And my first born daughter (if I ever have one) will have the middle name [name_f]Rose[/name_f], too. :rose:

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Haha nope, my neice is [name_f]Isobelle[/name_f].
The first name I love is [name_f]Tabitha[/name_f] and we also like [name_f]Rosalie[/name_f]. But paired together I do actually really like [name_f]Tabitha[/name_f] [name_f]Rose[/name_f] and feel like it’s the best of both. I actually posted a poll looking at other [name_f]Rose[/name_f] combos like [name_f]Rosie[/name_f] or [name_f]Rosalie[/name_f] with [name_f]Tabitha[/name_f].

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It is a bit expected but it’s still really pretty. I would consider using it since it’s an honor name for us.
[name_f]Tabitha[/name_f] [name_f]Rose[/name_f] is beautiful :blush:

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It’s definitely overdone, but for a reason! It sounds nice with essentially every name.

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I see it as a common middle, & a bit of a filler. :slight_smile: But use it if you love jt! ^.^ [name_f]My[/name_f] adult cousin is R0s@nn3 ([name_f]Rose[/name_f] + [name_f]Ann[/name_f]) & it’s fitted her well. :slight_smile:

It definitely doesn’t matter if it’s overused or not. Her middle name probably won’t be used very often.

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Rose is popular as a middle because it’s simple, beautiful and lovely and sounds good with so many names

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In a word, yes, but there’s more too it than that! For me, it really depends on the first name. [name_f]Olivia[/name_f] [name_f]Rose[/name_f] is a bit dull, as it’s the #1 name with a super common middle name, however, something less popular like [name_f]Tabitha[/name_f] or [name_f]Aaliyah[/name_f] or [name_f]Persephone[/name_f] would really work well with [name_f]Rose[/name_f], imo!

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Definitely common, but such lovely imagery! It’s simple, elegant, and pairs well with most any name!

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Rose is really popular as a middle name but that shouldn’t stop you from using it if you love it enough! I’ve met soooo many girls with the middle name [name_f]Grace[/name_f], but it still is very pretty and one of my favorite middle names!l

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Rose is definitely overdone as a middle name. It just flows well with pretty much everything. I think [name_f]Rose[/name_f] as a first name would be kind of refreshing though.

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As others have said, I agree that [name_f]Rose[/name_f] is very done as a middle, but for good reason! It’s a lovely name that flows with almost everything and adds beautiful imagery to any combo. And more importantly, it’s a long-time love for you. That’s what would make it special to your daughter! So in this case I don’t think it matters a bit that it’s popular–I say use it!

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