Help me with an honor name for William?
CW: Loss of a parent
Hi name nerds,
I’m expecting my second baby girl in early December. My dad passed away unexpectedly last week, and it’s been a really difficult time for my family. I’d like to honor him in baby girl’s name, but I’m having trouble falling in love with any AFAB names that honor “William Edward.” I know honor names can be controversial, but it’s important to me to give a nod to my dad while still giving baby her own identity, so I’m hoping I can find something that’s a good balance.
We like Willow and Willa well enough, probably for her middle name, but it’s not really our style and I’m not sure it flows well with the other first name options we’ve picked. Not super crazy about Wilhelmina or Wilma. Last name will be Redden.
Here is our original list (stars beside our favorites):
Mia* Nora* Lily* Elena Josephine Alice Lydia Elyse/Elise Vera Violet Maia/Maya* Hazel Caroline Maeve*
Middles: Willow Willa
Open to any and all suggestions for first or middle names to honor my dad. Thanks y’all ❤️
Posted Oct 5, 2023, 1:54 PM UTC