Hello everyone,
I have been posting on this forum for quite some time, and I believe people here have gotten to know a good deal about my character (both the good and the bad). On that token, I thought I would come to my extended internet family and see what name may suit me. Believe it or not, I have a really hard time discovering "my" name. I had a much easier time deciding all the other aspects of my transition so far, but this one puzzles me. In the past, I was known as Jenny to my close friends, but I don't know if I'm a "Jenny" (nothing against all of our great Jens here :)) For now, I switched to a unisex nickname that I have used since childhood, but it is tied to closely to my "boyname". Now that I am making more and more progress in my transition, I would like to find my female name. It just feels right and about time. That's where the suggestions of my extended internet family come in. Of course, I can't guarantee that I will use your suggestion, but I want to here what you think fits me as a person, not just what sounds nice. Sure, this won't be a flawless exercise, since you don't know my appearance or have met me in person; however, I think this will be sufficient. I don't want to create bias here, so I am not going to list the names I like. Just spout out what you think fits me as a person (besides Lady Chatterley,lol).
So, who do you think I am?
P.S. I am getting opinions in real life too.
It's hard to think of a name that fits someone you haven't met in person but I think Carol Anne might fit you. Carol means heavenly woman, and Anne means grace, mercy. And I think that both names fit you.
I wish you good luck in searching for your name. I am sure what ever you comeup with will fit you perfectly.
I liked the name Ree Ann . I was heading that way but at the time i was trying to settle on a name there was hurricane Isabel that hit around where i lived. In doing so i could relate to how i was feeling inside to that of the hurricane. A name was born
(Isabell Anna)
Giselle
Ms. Jingles :D Just kidding, I think that is something you should decide for yourself :)
Quote from: V M on August 09, 2013, 04:59:43 PM
Ms. Jingles :D Just kidding, I think that is something you should decide for yourself :)
Of course. I just want to see if there is an overall consensus that jumps out. Personally, I'm leaning towards Molly, but I don't know. There are so many names that I love and want to make sure I choose something that says "me". My sister has been pushing for Madison, but I don't think that says me; however, I will probably choose something with M.... or any other alphabetical letter,lol.
How about Melody? That has a nice ring to it :)
I've always thought you sounded like an Izzy/Isabelle but that's just me
Quote from: Joules on August 09, 2013, 10:27:35 PM
LTL, thinking of a name for you, I look at your avatar. I've always liked that as a cool avatar, but who knows how much it really looks like you? I know you've been slow to post real pics of yourself, as have I, but a few of those might help us to know you just that much better in suggesting names.
Yeah, I'm sort of embarrassed about my appearance. I'm not bad and in the process of getting there, but I'm not there yet either. I want people to see me for the amazing gorgeous young girl that I am (lol, I'm joking) and not what is currently on the outside. So I'm still hesitant to share for that reason. Also, I get afraid of being outed forever if I post my pics on the internet. It's not about you guys, but about who is lurking. I'm sort of a privacy nut. I even refuse to use facebook,lol.
Quote from: V M on August 09, 2013, 10:34:12 PM
How about Melody? That has a nice ring to it :)
It's a nice name, but reminds me of others.
I do like Isabelle and Giselle. They are both cute and exotic sounding. But are they me? I'm not sure. Damn my indecision.
QuoteI want people to see me for the amazing gorgeous young girl that I am (lol, I'm joking) and not what is currently on the outside.
That is something that 2 of my friends would say. It's so close to their type of jokes that I actually smiled when I read it. The scariest part? Both of their names are Jenny so I'd say Jenny.
Quote from: Joey. on August 09, 2013, 10:49:56 PM
That is something that 2 of my friends would say. It's so close to their type of jokes that I actually smiled when I read it. The scariest part? Both of their names are Jenny so I'd say Jenny.
Hah, that was the name I used to go by a few years ago! :D. I probably used it for two or so years with my close friends. I was just never sure if it said me and my sister doesn't think it's the right fit for me. I'm not sure. Besides, we have so many Jens here, I need to be special. :) But I will keep it in the running and see what continues to come up.
How 'bout Jasmine but spelled Jazminn?
Quote from: V M on August 09, 2013, 11:00:47 PM
How 'bout Jasmine but spelled Jazminn?
It's cute, but I am not sure it's me. I think that's a bit too different. I know... I'm a big pain,lol.
Quote from: learningtolive on August 09, 2013, 01:06:51 PM
So, who do you think I am?
I think you're a wonderful person. As for a name? How about Marion? Or perhaps Eleanor?
Quote from: Joules on August 09, 2013, 11:22:01 PM
I'm hearing "S" sounds. Sarah or Samantha perhaps?
I love S names too. I sort of deviate from M,S, and J names. There are many others too, but this is the common trend.
Quote from: JenSquid on August 09, 2013, 11:32:17 PM
I think you're a wonderful person. As for a name? How about Marion? Or perhaps Eleanor?
Thank you. :)
Those are both nice names, but I feel they are better suited for an older women. I just don't see many young girls in their 20s with those names. Though, I do love Eleanor. It reminds me of Eleanor Rigby (though I don't want to that person,lol).
yeah go with a name that is common in your age group. Molly is fine. I'd go with Molly. I'd stick with something the same letter as your first name. I'm lucky I'm just going to use the name that everyone calls me in the first place. Which is a feminized version of my male name.
The only advice I can really offer is to pay attention to your dreams, and see if there's any name which keeps reoccurring. The ones which fit you are often the ones you keep seeing over and over in your mind's eye.
Although... your screen name is Learningtolive... how about shortening it to "Olive"? ;D ;D
Quote from: learningtolive on August 09, 2013, 10:57:02 PM
Hah, that was the name I used to go by a few years ago! :D. I probably used it for two or so years with my close friends. I was just never sure if it said me and my sister doesn't think it's the right fit for me. I'm not sure. Besides, we have so many Jens here, I need to be special. :) But I will keep it in the running and see what continues to come up.
You already are special.
Lene? Svetlana? Misha? Mikayla? Jailene? Sybil?
I don't have any specific suggestions, but my best piece of advice is to take something relatively ordinary. Trans or not, people with strange names (however beautiful) are likely to be looked at weird. Now add being trans and that's a rather unwanted factor. You don't need to take the one name that was the most popular in your high school or anything, but try to get something within a reasonable fork of normality among women of your age and demographic profile.
If you're not Russian, don't take a Russian name. And for the love of lovable things, don't 1) invent or dig up a name that you've barely if ever heard or 2) spell a name very originally. These are such huge stereotypes about trans people that if you have an extreme case, some people might instantly wonder if you're a drag queen or what, with that kind of name. And even if not, someone who has doubts about your genetic gender might start thinking about your name or vice versa.
Of course, in the end even naming yourself Khatterynne (from Catherine) or Antolianna (just invented this one) can be without major consequences. But if I were you, I'd still try to put all the chances on my side.
Quote from: Jamie D on August 10, 2013, 01:07:44 AM
You already are special.
Aww, thank you. :D
Quote from: CaseyB on August 10, 2013, 05:41:43 AM
Lene? Svetlana? Misha? Mikayla? Jailene? Sybil?
Those are cute names, but they wouldn't go with my extremely Italian sounding last name.
Quote from: A on August 10, 2013, 08:35:50 AM
I don't have any specific suggestions, but my best piece of advice is to take something relatively ordinary. Trans or not, people with strange names (however beautiful) are likely to be looked at weird. Now add being trans and that's a rather unwanted factor. You don't need to take the one name that was the most popular in your high school or anything, but try to get something within a reasonable fork of normality among women of your age and demographic profile.
If you're not Russian, don't take a Russian name. And for the love of lovable things, don't 1) invent or dig up a name that you've barely if ever heard or 2) spell a name very originally. These are such huge stereotypes about trans people that if you have an extreme case, some people might instantly wonder if you're a drag queen or what, with that kind of name. And even if not, someone who has doubts about your genetic gender might start thinking about your name or vice versa.
Of course, in the end even naming yourself Khatterynne (from Catherine) or Antolianna (just invented this one) can be without major consequences. But if I were you, I'd still try to put all the chances on my side.
Quote from: A on August 10, 2013, 08:35:50 AM
I don't have any specific suggestions, but my best piece of advice is to take something relatively ordinary. Trans or not, people with strange names (however beautiful) are likely to be looked at weird. Now add being trans and that's a rather unwanted factor. You don't need to take the one name that was the most popular in your high school or anything, but try to get something within a reasonable fork of normality among women of your age and demographic profile.
If you're not Russian, don't take a Russian name. And for the love of lovable things, don't 1) invent or dig up a name that you've barely if ever heard or 2) spell a name very originally. These are such huge stereotypes about trans people that if you have an extreme case, some people might instantly wonder if you're a drag queen or what, with that kind of name. And even if not, someone who has doubts about your genetic gender might start thinking about your name or vice versa.
Of course, in the end even naming yourself Khatterynne (from Catherine) or Antolianna (just invented this one) can be without major consequences. But if I were you, I'd still try to put all the chances on my side.
I agree. I feel choosing a common name makes it a little easier to blend.
Quote from: Joanna Dark on August 10, 2013, 12:32:09 AM
yeah go with a name that is common in your age group. Molly is fine. I'd go with Molly. I'd stick with something the same letter as your first name. I'm lucky I'm just going to use the name that everyone calls me in the first place. Which is a feminized version of my male name.
Yeah, I just might go with Molly. There are just too many names that I love. It's too hard. I also think about going with Mandy because I love the name and it is close to my nickname, but I realize the first three letters could get me in trouble. "How's it going MANNNN DY." I could see some jerk doing that.
Quote from: learningtolive on August 10, 2013, 01:51:17 PM
Those are cute names, but they wouldn't go with my extremely Italian sounding last name.
Leila / Laila / Layla? Actually Arabic, but might go well with an Italian last name. :) (and there are multiple common spellings to choose from)
I love the name Samantha!! even though it can be shortened into a male name...I still think Sam is cute!!
I will warn you...what ever name you choose you will like better a couple others you get to know later. :P
I recently worked with a Shelby....I loved her name...she also liked my name Shelly...we would often get called each others name by accident. Quite the compliment for me...she was so adorable and had a great personality! Two things I don't have :(
You could always take my route of looking up how popular your name was in the year you were born and finding the matching name in the female column :)
Hard decision to make. Take your time, and discuss it with friends.
PS: I go by Jen or Jennifer... But absolutely hate Jenny. Yuuuuuck. Not sure why either.
Quote from: JennX on August 10, 2013, 11:56:10 PM
Hard decision to make. Take your time, and discuss it with friends.
PS: I go by Jen or Jennifer... But absolutely hate Jenny. Yuuuuuck. Not sure why either.
I am discussing it with my friends. Oddly enough, the name ally comes up which is my mom's nickname. It either makes me smile or cry depending on where I am with my mom. If I choose Jen, I would mainly go by as Jennifer. Still, I do love Jenny.
Quote from: Just Shelly on August 10, 2013, 09:05:26 PM
I love the name Samantha!! even though it can be shortened into a male name...I still think Sam is cute!!
I will warn you...what ever name you choose you will like better a couple others you get to know later. :P
I recently worked with a Shelby....I loved her name...she also liked my name Shelly...we would often get called each others name by accident. Quite the compliment for me...she was so adorable and had a great personality! Two things I don't have :(
I like Samantha, but I know so many Sams that were men. It wouldn't be the proper choice as a result. Perhaps I will share my list of names and set up a poll for people. We can have a contest for my name,lol.
Quote from: Joules on August 11, 2013, 12:06:56 AM
First prize is one date with you. Second prize is two dates.....
If we can line up some guys for this, I am ready for the contest :D
LTL is sad that she doesn't attract the boys. :'( However, I am getting there and I could of sworn the pizza guy sort of checked me out tonight :D Yay for validation!
Pamila
Late last year, I began making a list of favorite female and male names, which I continue to update every once in a while. The list represents the names that I find to be the most pleasing to my ears and does not take meanings into consideration. It's just a nerdy, OCD exercise, but I'd like to refer to it if I ever have children someday. Maybe one of these fits you?
Athena
Naomi
Lorelei
Arcadia
Sabrina
Lyra
Lillian
Celine
Brianna
Rachel
Abigail/Gail
Celeste
Rena
Doris
Olivia
Arianna
Mirabai
literal LOL @ JennX
How about Gia?
My province has a registry of baby names since 2007, and it records the most popular ones for each year and gender (here, not that it's very relevant to you http://www.rrq.gouv.qc.ca/interactif/pr2i121_prenoms/pr2i121_prenoms/pr2sprenoms.aspx ). Of course, 2007 is a bit late, but looking around, I found a few less official sources that seemed relatively trustable, too. I'd suggest looking at the top 100's of your year of birth and around and shopping around in that.
As for me, I found that my name came up in the top 5 names for girls about 5 (if I remember well) years after I was born, and was in the top 20-30s on my year of birth. I had already chosen it before looking at that, but even though I'd have wished it to be maybe a little less ordinary, it was a relief to see it was indeed pretty ordinary.
What fun, thanks LTL. I named my 40 yo daughter Jennifer and she ended up in 1st grade with a half dozen other Jennifers. Now she likes Ginny to be more "special."
I do like Molly for you but it seems casual for such a bright star.
I took the name my older sister gave me as a three year old. Several folks wanted anything else and often thought that 1st initial or feminized version of my old name was important. That part seems most relative to transition and that is just one aspect of this journey eh?
Being a comfortable fit for you seems the critical determinant for a name that could be you for the rest of your new life?
Thanks for letting us share
It seems a lot of people like Madison for me. I don't know though. I feel like it isn't common enough. I don't want people to think "oh your name is Madison..... YOUR TRANS". Maybe I should just pick any name that sounds pleasing and forget about it being me. Eventually, it will become my name and define me in time.
Quote from: Anna! on August 10, 2013, 09:11:14 PM
You could always take my route of looking up how popular your name was in the year you were born and finding the matching name in the female column :)
While I am cheating and using the name my parents were planning to give me anyway (...and had to rethink once I was born), this is pretty much exactly what I originally started doing. Something like http://www.babycenter.com/0_100-most-popular-baby-names-of-1990_1738066.bc can be really useful. (not my birth year, I wish, but might be relatively close to LTL's? :) )
Other than that I couldn't help think "Lucy" earlier? (not that it's on the list :P)
Quote from: Theo on August 11, 2013, 05:29:04 PM
Other than that I couldn't help think "Lucy" earlier? (not that it's on the list :P)
I like this too.
As for Jennifer, I'd expect more a girl about 10 years older than you with that name. Not that it matters, but it is kinda one of those names that belongs to a certain era (ie. MY generation lol)
Not that it would really stick out or anything but to me it immediately brings to mind someone born in the 70s/early 80s.
Quote from: Fitter Admin on August 11, 2013, 06:39:28 PM
I like this too.
As for Jennifer, I'd expect more a girl about 10 years older than you with that name. Not that it matters, but it is kinda one of those names that belongs to a certain era (ie. MY generation lol)
Not that it would really stick out or anything but to me it immediately brings to mind someone born in the 70s/early 80s.
Well, I'd expect someone at least 90 years old with the name Lucy. Jennifer to me goes at least up to 1990.
hmmm, well I have read though this and seen previous post, and I will add this input and my suggestion....
when I chose my name I wanted a name that said who I was and told others about what was in my heart, it didn't matter how different it was, and while yes unique names attract people, unambiguous normal name while do not attract attention they don't always say who you are, this being said some people here know what I chose and some think they know and I will say my middle name which is Samantha was chosen because it sounded regal or as if it came from royalty and sounded (to me) of ellegance . If you want to know my first name you may pm me ;) as for my suggestion.... I think Melaina and yes it is unique, but so is the person ;)
Quote from: Theo on August 11, 2013, 05:29:04 PM
While I am cheating and using the name my parents were planning to give me anyway (...and had to rethink once I was born), this is pretty much exactly what I originally started doing. Something like http://www.babycenter.com/0_100-most-popular-baby-names-of-1990_1738066.bc can be really useful. (not my birth year, I wish, but might be relatively close to LTL's? :) )
Other than that I couldn't help think "Lucy" earlier? (not that it's on the list :P)
Quote from: Fitter Admin on August 11, 2013, 06:39:28 PM
I like this too.
As for Jennifer, I'd expect more a girl about 10 years older than you with that name. Not that it matters, but it is kinda one of those names that belongs to a certain era (ie. MY generation lol)
Not that it would really stick out or anything but to me it immediately brings to mind someone born in the 70s/early 80s.
Quote from: CaseyB on August 11, 2013, 07:28:06 PM
Well, I'd expect someone at least 90 years old with the name Lucy. Jennifer to me goes at least up to 1990.
I like Lucy, but I sort of agree with Casey. It seems like a name for someone of an older generation.
Quote from: calico on August 11, 2013, 09:46:29 PM
hmmm, well I have read though this and seen previous post, and I will add this input and my suggestion....
when I chose my name I wanted a name that said who I was and told others about what was in my heart, it didn't matter how different it was, and while yes unique names attract people, unambiguous normal name while do not attract attention they don't always say who you are, this being said some people here know what I chose and some think they know and I will say my middle name which is Samantha was chosen because it sounded regal or as if it came from royalty and sounded (to me) of ellegance . If you want to know my first name you may pm me ;) as for my suggestion.... I think Melaina and yes it is unique, but so is the person ;)
Thank you. :)
That's a gorgeous name, but it sounds so much like the name of a good friends soon to be wife. In fact, it's the exact name without the M. It would be awkward if I choose that.
I'll probably narrow things down and have a poll or something. I don't know,lol.
Quote from: learningtolive on August 11, 2013, 03:28:16 PM
It seems a lot of people like Madison for me. I don't know though. I feel like it isn't common enough. I don't want people to think "oh your name is Madison..... YOUR TRANS".
I'm not sure why you would think that because Madison is a very common name for girls! It's FAR more common than Molly in fact.
Madison is more common nowadays than virtually all other names that have been suggested so far in this thread (except for maybe Samantha and Isabelle). Over the last two decades, I've seen and heard Madison used many times in movies and TV, and I'm sure that there were a few Madisons at my middle school and high school. I can't say the same about Molly. Molly is a very classical name; it has a timeless quality. That's why you can find middle-aged women with that name as well as (occasionally) little girls. But Madison is modern, trendy, hip, and even preppy. All of the Madisons that I've encountered in fiction and real life have been attractive girls from upper-middle-class households.
The Social Security Administration maintains a database of popular baby names, which you can search by year: http://www.ssa.gov/cgi-bin/popularnames.cgi
I've done the research for you. Madison first appeared in the top 25 in 1996, at #15. It has grown increasingly popular since then. Here its rankings up to last year:
1996: #15
1997: #10
1998: #9
1999: #7
2000: #3
2001: #2
2002: #22003: #3
2004: #3
2005: #3
2006: #3
2007: #5
2008: #6
2009: #7
2010: #8
2011: #8
2012: #9
Ever since 1996, Madison has been more popular than Jennifer, which was the most popular female name from 1970 to 1985 but dropped out of the top 25 in 2000. Jessica dominated the mid-1980s to mid-1990s but fell below Madison in 1999. (Interesting fact: In 2010, the 25th most popular name for baby girls was Nevaeh. It was actually more popular than former champs Jennifer and Jessica.)
So how has Molly ranked?
I don't know because Molly has not been in the top 25 since at least as far back as 1960. It's not really that common at all, though perhaps it just sounds "ordinary" rather than fancy or exotic. I'm very surprised that you consider Molly as common enough to be unsuspicious but not Madison, when the statistics suggest that the opposite should be true. So trust me, NOBODY will assume that you're trans if you call yourself Madison. The name has positive and attractive connotations (more so than Molly, IMO), and if anything, strangers might think that your parents were somewhat forward-thinking by giving you that name.
I couldn't care less if you choose Madison or Molly or Jennifer or whatever. But if you don't choose Madison, then I just hope that your reason isn't that "it isn't common enough."
Quote from: Silvermist on August 12, 2013, 12:43:01 AM
I'm not sure why you would think that because Madison is a very common name for girls! It's FAR more common than Molly in fact. Madison is more common nowadays than virtually all other names that have been suggested so far in this thread (except for maybe Samantha and Isabelle). Over the last two decades, I've seen and heard Madison used many times in movies and TV, and I'm sure that there were a few Madisons at my middle school and high school. I can't say the same about Molly. Molly is a very classical name; it has a timeless quality. That's why you can find middle-aged women with that name as well as (occasionally) little girls. But Madison is modern, trendy, hip, and even preppy. All of the Madisons that I've encountered in fiction and real life have been attractive girls from upper-middle-class households.
The Social Security Administration maintains a database of popular baby names, which you can search by year: http://www.ssa.gov/cgi-bin/popularnames.cgi
I've done the research for you. Madison first appeared in the top 25 in 1996, at #15. It has grown increasingly popular since then. Here its rankings up to last year:
1996: #15
1997: #10
1998: #9
1999: #7
2000: #3
2001: #2
2002: #2
2003: #3
2004: #3
2005: #3
2006: #3
2007: #5
2008: #6
2009: #7
2010: #8
2011: #8
2012: #9
Ever since 1996, Madison has been more popular than Jennifer, which was the most popular female name from 1970 to 1985 but dropped out of the top 25 in 2000. Jessica dominated the mid-1980s to mid-1990s but fell below Madison in 1999. (Interesting fact: In 2010, the 25th most popular name for baby girls was Nevaeh. It was actually more popular than former champs Jennifer and Jessica.)
So how has Molly ranked? I don't know because Molly has not been in the top 25 since at least as far back as 1960. It's not really that common at all, though perhaps it just sounds "ordinary" rather than fancy or exotic. I'm very surprised that you consider Molly as common enough to be unsuspicious but not Madison, when the statistics suggest that the opposite should be true. So trust me, NOBODY will assume that you're trans if you call yourself Madison. The name has positive and attractive connotations (more so than Molly, IMO), and if anything, strangers might think that your parents were somewhat forward-thinking by giving you that name.
I couldn't care less if you choose Madison or Molly or Jennifer or whatever. But if you don't choose Madison, then I just hope that your reason isn't that "it isn't common enough."
Perhaps it's just my age. It may be a younger girls name, so that's why it doesn't register for me. Having said that, I should be able to pull it off at 24. I'm just so indecisive so I find reasons not to like a name. I just want to find the "right" name, but I guess there isn't such a thing. You just pick what you like and it becomes your name.
BTW, the ten most common names for girls from 1986 to 1990 were Jessica, Ashley, Amanda, Jennifer, Sarah, Brittany, Stephanie, Samantha, Elizabeth, and Nicole. Megan, Melissa, Michelle, and Morgan (in that order) were the most popular female M-names in the '80s and '90s (Megan in particular).
Quote from: Silvermist on August 12, 2013, 01:14:48 AM
BTW, the ten most common names for girls from 1986 to 1990 were Jessica, Ashley, Amanda, Jennifer, Sarah, Brittany, Stephanie, Samantha, Elizabeth, and Nicole. Megan, Melissa, Michelle, and Morgan (in that order) were the most popular female M-names in the '80s and '90s (Megan in particular).
This is a huge lol moment because most of those names are on my list! I suppose I am a product of my age and environment because these are some of my favorite names. That's something to think about.
LTL what about your new middle name? Is it important to you that it sounds right when your 1st and middle name are said aloud? Something distinctive or with the flow? I have decided to turn my old 1st name into my middle name. It is not likely popular with those who want a clean and clear break from the past but at my senior age it feels OK to acknowledge my whole life and the person who helped me get here.
A tip for not worrying about it too much. I chose my name, and then I began to doubt. What if it doesn't really feel like me? What if it's too common? What if it doesn't sound mature enough? What if XYZ doesn't like it? What if...?
And then I had a revelation. People don't (normally) choose their name. They're given by their parents, and they don't have a say in it. They get used to it, and in nearly every case, they won't dislike it overly. That's just how it is. The name is decided, it's given, and then the dice are thrown and there's no going back.
Once I decided to do as if the name had been given to me by my parents and deal with the good and the bad of it, my hesitation was gone. So you
Tessa James: Are middle names really necessary? Dunno about the US but here, apparently, nowadays, a good half of people don't give one to their children, or they only have one unofficially and it's never registered anywhere. If it's that way in the US too... then I'd see that as an opportunity to have one fewer thing to worry about.
No middle name is required and maybe you are on to something with down sizing and simplification?
Some of the "M" names listed seem to work for you, given what we know. I think Jenny works for you as well. I don't know that Jennifer works.. I'm curious about how they work with your last name....You should check that out.
I chose Jennifer because a. that was my name and b. it works with my last name very well. Popularity of the name at the birth time is important as well. The SS administration has the 100 most popular names by decade on the internet. Interesting reading, suggest to check it out..
Sarah or Sara?? I've know a couple and thoughtful, caring and regal comes to mind for me.
Natalie? Sydney? Jenna?
I keep thinking Jenna but, then agan, I'm a Jennifer so there is some bias.....
Hi LTL,
Sorry but I'm only picking up this thread now.
We have all come to know you well on this forum over the past months. Your kind words and loving support have helped many of us through some dark times and also added sunshine upon happy times.
When I think of you I think of "freedom" - freedom to be the girls that we are, freedom to accept and love who we are. There is a lovely Irish name Saoirse (pronounced Seeorsha) that means freedom.
I hope you choose a name you will love, and you will always be Saoirse to me.
Love,
Ciara.
Quote from: learningtolive on August 12, 2013, 01:10:54 AM
Perhaps it's just my age. It may be a younger girls name, so that's why it doesn't register for me.
My sister tried pushing Madison on me, but I had the same reaction you did. My archetypal Madison is about ten years old.
I'd suggest Madeleine, but it's taken :P
If you like Molly, go for it. Along the same lines, though, you might consider Millicent (http://books.google.ca/books?id=GH6QAAAACAAJ&dq=millicent+and+the+wind&hl=en&sa=X&ei=2R0WUqi0CtCNrQHp9YGwCw&redir_esc=y), Mallory, or Maia.
Best of luck in you quest.
Maddy
Jennifer
Nicoline
Aisha
Patricia
was the names I could think of, but again it up to you.
I think insteed of alot of random names it may be more easy for you to find your name if you think of something you like or what you want your name to be part of?
should it be a forregian name or a casual name? long or short?
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I found my name because I used to writte alot and then I started using myself as kind of a inspiration for my main characters.
My name is one of those main characters I got, I know other people who ex picked a name from a good friend/loved one, from what there parrents originally would had called them, or something ells. like my friend got her name from the little mermaid.
you could also try seach the names meaning and find a name who mean something.