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Hi, question for you all. How much do/should you change your kids’ names or nicknames based on your other kids’ lives. For example, if one child is named Elizabeth, but that was the name of the mother who abused one of your other kids. They’re adopted, btw. On the one hand, one kid shouldn’t need to give up their name (even if they’re too young to know), but on the other hand hearing that name all the time might be a negative experience for the other kid. We haven’t experienced this situation yet, but it might happen. I just thought we’d consider it now because it might very well be a situation we’ll be in soon. I’m thinking different opinions from a variety of people would be good. Thanks!!
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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!
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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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