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Subject: Re: Top Three
Author: Korinna   (Authenticated as Korinna)
Date: August 17, 2012 at 12:47:17 PM
Reply to: Top Three by ElleEm (nsi)
I think all the names work well with Elliot, so nice choices, but for me, the most important thing at the end of the day is, will this be a good name for my child individually, that I feel confident will suit him/her well throughout life?

The only one I would cross off is Magnolia, because even though I like the idea of the name, I just think it sounds too dowdy and quirky. I'm also not a fan of Maggie. It reminds me of a dog for some reason.

Another concern is for Theodore, will he go by a nickname? I love Theodore with the nickname Teddy, Ted, or even Theo, but alone I think it usually sounds too stuffy and old-fashioned as an fn, and I think a lot of people you come across in real life will feel this way unfortunately.

Besides for those two concerns, I think all the name options are stunning. I especially think Elliot and Graham would make a handsome set, gentle yet strong. Ingrid and Lena are also long-time favorites. So beyond this, I would just say, go with your gut, say the names aloud for the next few days, even consider using them as names to make your seating reservation in a restaurant just to test them out!

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