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Re: middle name for Boaz
Actually, I think it is a fine name that is still popular in some parts of the world.
It has a respectable history, a unique sound, a simple spelling and pronunciation, and a common nickname. In fact 123 other parents liked the name too... and used it for their sons in 2013, just in the U.S. In countries where the name is more common (i.e. Israel) I am sure the number is quite a bit higher. So, while I agree that it could seem silly or unusual to someone who is not used to hearing it - anyone of Jewish, Muslim or Christian upbringing will recognize it immediately and a modern Jew would even be used to hearing the name at festivals yearly (during Shavuot). If a person was not religious, it might make an unusual choice - but still an acceptable one. My guess is that your reaction will be common to Americans when they hear the name for the first time on a son, though I am sure they would see it's beauty right away too. ______________________________________________
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