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Daily Mirror
Daily Mirror
Zahna Eklund

'I've chosen a sentimental baby name but people think I'm ridiculous - it's my nickname'

What you decide to name your baby is entirely your choice, but if you ask people what they think of the moniker you've picked, you might find yourself facing judgement from people who aren't fans of your decision.

But one mum-to-be has been urged not to use a fairly common name for her son, because people have told her it's "ridiculous" and could end up being confusing for people who know their family.

The woman, named Charlotte, said that she wants to name her son Charles with the idea of nicknaming him Charlie, which is sentimental to her because it was her own nickname when she was in school.

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