Message: "Re: Andy" - Behind the Name

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[Opinions] Re: Andy

by Lissa Hannah (Lissa)

8/2/2005, 10:14 AM

I don't think the formal name decision should revolve around a nickname, since the nickname may never be used, and then you've just settled on a formal name. I think nicknames should be left up to the child, and not planned by the parent(s). I'd scrap the whole idea. I don't think Andrew or Andrea are at all popular. I do like Andrew.

The greatest single human gift - the ability to chase down our dreams. - "Artificial Intelligence: AI"

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- Jaime (guest) +4

8/2/2005, 10:18 AM

Andrew ranked 6th in the US for boys last year

- Lissa Hannah (Lissa) +3

8/2/2005, 10:26 AM

Yes, but I hardly see it in local birth announcements or even on this board too often. It doesn't mean the name is popular in the area where one lives. :::shrugs:::

The greatest single human gift - the ability to chase down our dreams. - "Artificial Intelligence: AI"

- Jaime (guest) +2

8/2/2005, 10:31 AM

Oh, well, it's one of my favorites, but I know tons of Andy's, Drew's, and Andrews of all ages.

I still love it though.

- Lissa Hannah (Lissa) +1

8/2/2005, 10:41 AM

Tons? Wow. I only know four, ages 12-years-old, two in their 20s, and one in his 50s. Well, maybe that's a "ton" to some people, but not me. :)

The greatest single human gift - the ability to chase down our dreams. - "Artificial Intelligence: AI"

- Jaime (guest)

8/2/2005, 10:51 AM

There were at least 6 in my graduating class of 150. That doesn't count Andrew's I've met since college, or in grade school. I consider it well-used. But it's lovely, so I understand why.

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