My husband likes the name Silver for a girl. He and I have such opposite tastes in names that finding any we can agree on is very difficult (he actually wants to name the baby Dude if it's a boy and I won't even consider that one!). Silver kind of sounds pretty to me... but is it too out there? I'm not looking for any die hard opinions, just simple yes's, no's, or such will do! Also, if you think of a good middle name suggestion (if you like Silver)that could be helpful.
Thanks everyone- my aunt said similarly "it sounds like a pole dancer in a low rent district". That name is out. Back to the drawing board- and yes he is still vying for Dude if it's a boy. I married a terrific man who has horrible taste in names. Guess no man can be perfect!
It makes me thing... Hi Ho, Silver! Away!!!!
The good thing is, if you had a boy next, or even a twin, you could name him Trigger! :)
I don't love it or hate it...kinda just okay to me. I thought of the new 90210 charachter. But I would suggest using it for a week or 2 to see how you like it. If you feel wird saying it, then move on. If you love saying it, then who cares what other people think? I like how Silver Marie sounds, though.
Silver is my 2nd daughters' middle name...Elise Silver. I had a big fight with my family because they hated it. Ultimately, it's you and your husband's choice. So, didn't get caught up in what others say! By the way, we chose that name because my husband had a grandmother that he was close to as a child that was named "Silveria" (she was Phillipino). We shortened it to "Silver" and now my daughter will always be connected to her daddy's family by her middle name. Family names are very important to me. Congratulations on the coming baby!
Sorry to be the first, but I hate it. Doesn't sound like a girls name to me at all. Not saying I like these names but along the same premiss... Five and Six are names I have heard of as of late, I cannot remember where. Jade, Rain/Rayne, Willow, Story (I love this one.) Also my husband and I had Boston picked for a boy, but when we found out we where having a girl he wasn't going for it, but it could work. When I heard Silver the first thing I thought was a cowboy or western theme/connotation. Hi ho silver.... Sorry.
Don't take this the wrong way but it sounds like a stripper name to me !
I really like unique names so this one sounds great to me. I would probably choose it more for a boy though.
If you like it try not to care what others think......
but since you are asking.....anyone over the age of 50 will automatically thing of Roy Rogers horse....Silver. "Hi Ho Silver!"
I didn't read the other posts, but a little bit of advice. How about having the first name as more traditional and the 2nd name as his/her father's choosing. After he/she is here you can choose the unique name or the traditional, whatever seems to fit your baby.
I do agree with your aunt, though.
Good luck! and congrats!
If it doesn't roll off YOUR tongue easily, it isn't worth naming your baby Silver. You will be using that name a lot so choose wisely. Maybe try saying it lovingly then yell it like you're telling her off. Sounds silly but why not?
If Silver is a character on 90201 I'd steer clear.
Congrats on the new baby, I'm sure she will be amazing no matter what you decide to name her :)
PS. Good call on nixing Dude
I like the name! Its actually the name of one of the characters on the new 90210 tv show.
I don't like it, but congrats on the new baby!
Hi A.,
The first thing that came to mind was "hi ho Silver" so I would vote no on the name. Silver might be a name used by a hollywood starlet, but I would think seriously about naming my daughter the same name as a famous horse.
Congratulations on your new baby whatever you decide to name her!
No, many kids with unusual names have a harder time in school.
i LOVE it. a few middle names that would go well are: marie, adyson, aaralyn, adalyn
those are a few that come to mind. I just had a baby girl in June so i've had some names stuck in my head. haha
not digging it here....hard to imagine a 50 year old woman one day with the name Silver :-)
I agree with the post that said it sounds like a stripper name. Sorry, but it is a good Texas or cowboy name for a boy.
My given name is S.. I was named for the Hotel and Casino I was conceived in (the S. Slipper in Las Vegas, NV). My folks stayed there 3 weeks so they know for sure. I was not given a middle name, although 'Belle' is probably what I would have ended up with had they given me one.
I did suffer a lot of teasing as a child ... Hi Ho, Trigger and Lone Ranger implications. I still get teased as an adult, but it doesn't bother me as much now. What I have noticed throughout my life, is that people tend to remember me. If you want a low profile, then don't have a striking name LOL!!! I have run into several Silvers in my life ... one was actually named S. Dollar Sack (honest). Two of them were men, and 3 were women.
All in all, its not too bad. I have a sister named Fancy, and one named Lace ... I think I got the better name of the three.
I may be a little late on this one, but I have an opinion (doesn't everyone? lol), and I felt like sharing it. My daughter has an unusual name. Jewel Liberty. Jewel is a family name, so no one complained about that, but my family is, let's say "terribly conventional," and they argued with us about Liberty. Here's the important thing to remember: if you love it, and you don't think it will cause the child heartache (my husband once had a student named fellatia... ouch), then go with it. You are the folks who will make the most difference in her life. She won't be defined by her name, she will be defined by her character. Who cares if it's the name of a person on a tv show? That is fleeting. Stripper name? Not unless you give her a middle name like Tassles. Do what's in your heart. You'll figure it out.
Wow, that was unusually serious for me. =) Anyway, congrats on the new baby. I'm sure she'll be beautiful no matter what you name her!
I know an African American women named Silver, and she really is a stripper in Vegas. It's a cool name though.
