The importance of being mindful of potential nicknames and avoiding any negative connotations was highlighted in a story about a mom who regretted naming her daughter Sigrid due to concerns over teasing associated with the name’s similarity to “cigarette.” The couple initially had difficulty agreeing on a name, with the mom favoring Ottilie and the dad preferring Aubrey.
They compromised on the name Etta, but the dad later changed his mind. The dad suggested Sigrid, which the mom, although initially liking it, worried about potential teasing and sought alternatives, such as Sisi.
The couple, despite not being Scandinavian, were considering changing the name to Beatrix. Netizens who commented on the post expressed support for the name Sigrid and reassured the mom that her daughter would not face teasing.
Others advised the mom to give herself time to adjust to the name before considering a change, especially in the early postpartum period.
