Today’s ASK AMANDA brings us a question about surname names. What do you think about this trend?
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Q: We had a short list of names picked out – Thile, Fin, and Thad…. but Fin (too popular) and Thad (just doesn’t feel right) have been nixed. We are currently sitting on ‘McClelland Thile’ (pronounced ‘theelie’) - which I love - but I’m still not sure it’s THE ONE. Some other names we’re considering are Fisher, Beckett, Chanson, and Soren. I just don’t feel like I’ve happened upon THE name. Our chosen name will be paired with McClelland or Wayne (First/Middle doesn’t matter) which are family names. I know you’ll have some suggestions for me!
Thanks!
JILIAN, Blacksburg, VA
A: I’m so glad you wrote to me. This is a great question!
If I had to categorize the names on your list, I would say most fall into the surname name category. Because you have a definite style, it makes it easier to find some names you might like.
From the names you suggested, it doesn’t look like you like the more common surname names, like Cooper and Parker. With that in mind, I put together a list of some more unique surname names for you-
BOYS’ SURNAME NAMES
Baxter
Bishop
Booker
Cabot
Cord
Fletcher
Locke
Miller
Smith
Tucker
Walker
I think BAXTER, CABOT and CORD are an especially good match for middle name McClelland. I think the best matches for Wayne are BISHOP and MILLER.
If you’re still looking for more, I have tons of options in BABY NAMES MADE EASY. A good place to find surname names is the Occupations chapter.
Best of luck to you!
Happy naming,
♥ Amanda
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An update. We found the one. Ryker. Which apparently is the Dutch surname (nickname) for Richard. So I guess we are into surnames
Back to the genealogy to see if we can find something else family related we like!
Now onto a middle name as the hubby has nixed both McClelland and Wayne