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Nicknames vs. ???

I am wondering what kind of experience other people have had with nicknames...either their own or their child’s. If you want to avoid your child being called by a nickname that is common for their name (example - Sam for Samantha or Vicky for Victoria or Gabby for Gabriella) is it really possible? I know you can keep correcting people, but what happens when they get to school? There are so many girl names that I love but really don’t like the nicknames that go along with them. I’m trying to decide if I still consider them or just avoid them.
Which baby name is best?
 Nicknames
 ???
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Hannah in Tennessee
Help! I love the name Guinevere, but I can't think of a really good brother and sister name for her. Since Guinevere is so empowering, I want the next names to be powerful as well. Thanks, Genie!
Baby Name Genie:
You seek the Holy Grail of names. Let me help you in your quest. The brother of fair Guinevere will fight on foot with swords aplenty, but on his horse he'll surely lance a lot. Name him Edward for a regal name. A sister could be dubbed Katherine if greatness is what you desire.

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