Re: Why do people name their kid Rebel?
in reply to a message by Wish fish
It could be that the parents just want an edgy name, but it could also be that the name has meaning for them. I wouldn't personally use it, but I can understand why someone else would. Perhaps the parents would like to name their daughter something that embodies someone who fights for justice; stands up for their beliefs; pushes for positive change; and is assertive rather than passive. And yes, when they name her, she is a baby girl, but I'd argue that it's better than naming her 'Minnie' because she won't be a baby forever. And then, as others have said, it works fine for a girl, because it's a word/virtue name. You may not consider it pretty, but it doesn't need to be.
Replies
They should name their kids Justice or Truth instead.
Why?
Thinking Justice or Truth would be better is fine, but that’s shifting the conversation to personal preference rather than 'why do people name their kid Rebel?' like you asked.
I was saying if they want their kids to have names that talk about for standing up for what's right, those are better options.