[name]Hi[/name] ladies, I know I have posted before, but I just seem to be terrible at this naming thing!
We’re having a boy, and my husband and I have pretty much decided on the name [name]Seth[/name] [name]Robert[/name]… (Bateman)
I do like it, but sometimes I’ll be thinking about t and in a panic don’t know if I like it, or worry that it’s hard to say clearly… Etc!
I think I might have this with any name we choose… Why am I so indecisive/ unsure about naming? Is it the wrong name or is it just me? Does it become clear when baby is born that its the right name? Ahh- this stresses me out!
Please tell me your thoughts on the name again and tips on how to have peace of mind about the name? Or suggestions of good names for us? My biggest fear is regretting our name choice once its too late…
I like the name [name]Seth[/name] [name]Robert[/name] very much! [name]Seth[/name] is considered a cool name among teenagers these days, and I think [name]Seth[/name] [name]Robert[/name] is a name he can wear proudly for a lifetime! As long as it goes well with your last name, I don’t see a problem.
On the other hand, ideally, the right name should give you a sense of ‘belonging’ and be one you are ‘comfortable’ with. I had a deep sense that my oldest and youngest children’s names belonged in our family and I was comfortable with our choices. However, I did have some slight initial reservations about my middle child’s first name. However, I ended up totally loving it, and it fits him perfectly. (I am not 100% thrilled with my younger son’s middle name, but it involved keeping a promise to my grandfather and getting my husband to agree, so it had to be [name]Austin[/name] – not really regret. However, I do sometimes imagine different middle names for him.)
I think you need to examine your feelings about [name]Seth[/name] [name]Robert[/name]. Can you explain why you are unsure about it?
P.S. To answer one concern you mentioned: It’s very easy for me to say [name]Seth[/name] [name]Robert[/name]. Again, I don’t see a problem. Does it flow ok with your last name?
[name]Hi[/name] everwaiting, thanks so much for your reply…
I think the issue is that I just can’t picture my little babe at all yet, even though meeting him is just a few weeks away!
[name]Every[/name] name I can think of I can talk myself out of, and I can pore over name books for days without finding ‘the one’. [name]Seth[/name] I liked when my husband first suggested it, and decided to just go with it. But no name seems perfect, if I think about it long enough! [name]Just[/name] the prospect of being responsible for choosing someone’s name and not being able to change it scares me!!
I have no trouble choosing beautiful girls’ names that I love, but I think that’s just because I know I’m not having a girl.
I like how it sounds with our last name - [name]Seth[/name] Bateman… [name]Robert[/name] is after my dad, so I like that one forsure.
As far as pronunciations go… I like the name [name]Seth[/name] a lot to say, but have a hard time saying "[name]Seth[/name]'s… " when I am trying to use it in a sentence… (i.e. [name]Seth[/name]'s room… )
Id= don’t know if that’s just because I am saying it way too often/ being way too picky though
In response to your comments, I’d say you and your husband have picked a real winner for your son’s name. The way I see it, you’ve chosen: (1) A handsome, respected first name that is considered ‘cool’ by some of the toughest name critics. (2) A first name with a long history and biblical roots. (3) First and middle names that will give your son [name]ZERO[/name] spelling and pronunciation problems. (4) A fine, classic middle name that flows well with [name]Seth[/name]. (5) And, [name]Robert[/name] is your father’s name? That is totally awesome and special! (6) The name sounds wonderful with your last name.
I am betting that your son is going to love and be totally proud of his name!
@j2013 - It was my pleasure! (Btw, I am able to say, “Put that book in [name]Seth[/name]'s room,” without any problem.) Congratulations, and best wishes!!
I think everwaiteing has nailed it. [name]Seth[/name] [name]Robert[/name] is a really great name.
Naming our daughter was not difficult. Choosing a boy’s name on the other hand is driving my crazy. I can relate to not getting a “That’s the one!” feeling. I’m finding that sometimes it’s a feeling that just has to grow- no doubt seeing your little one will help. If you do have alternatives you could take your list to the hospital and decide when you meet him whether it fits. (Not a strategy I’ve tried but I’ve heard that lots of people do this.)
Good luck!
beabaker - that makes me feel better that sometimes it’s a feeling that just has to grow…
My husband keeps saying that, and that there’s no “perfect name”… it’s only perfect once the baby is born, named and the name grows on the baby!
Thanks for the advicE!