Do you like this boy's name?

Question

Joel Arthur

My mom's brother's name was Joel. He passed away only a few days after he was born.

Arthur is a family middle name that has been passed down through my boyfriend's family.

Do you think those names sound cute together?

Answer 1

I love it. It is a great name at any age!!! I absolutely love that you want to name your son after your moms brother who passed so quickly. I too had a son who only lived for a short time after he was born, just an hour that I will cherish forever. Ive never mentioned that on here before, but it just touched my heart thinking of you wanting to honor your moms brother though he only lived such a short time. It made me get teary thinking of my own kids' (11 and 9) children wanting to do the same for their mother's brother. It made me remember that my son Jordan will Never be forgotten. Thank you for that. You name that baby Joel Arthur it is wonderful!!!

A short life is still a very important life. They still touch So So many hearts in so so many ways we'll never even know all the peoples lives they have made a difference in.

In loving memory...            ~Joel and Jordan Dean~

Answer 2

Honestly, for a little kid yes its cute. But as someone gets older, I dont really like it for an older kid.

Answer 3

Honestly, I really like it a lot, I think it's classy. Its nicer than these weird made up names you hear. The sentiment behind it is lovely too. You'll know when you see him if that's his name.

I had Sophie or Ruby planned for my daughter but when she was born I knew those names didn't fit her. Her name was Sydney, sounds silly but I felt it. That was the name she was supposed to have. Anyway, you didn't mention if he is your baby. I'm assuming he is so Congratulations. Joel Arthur, it really is lovely for a baby and an adult.

Answer 4

I like Joel, but I don't really like Arthur, no offense. But I really like Joel!

Answer 5

I think it is a great name and one of the sweetest things I have ever heard!

Answer 6

that was the exact name of my dog, a scottish deerhound. he loved the name so im sure your baby will love it too =)

Answer 7

Do you feel comfortable naming your son after an infant that lived only a few days? Personally, I would not do that. While the experience I am sure was very tragic for your Mom/Family, I think a more appropriate gesture would be to name him after a grandparent or someone who was a role model in yours and your boyfriends life- so you can tell your son that he was named after X person because this person was all these great things, so you wanted to pass on his name. However, naming him after someone who died tragically young, doesn't really carry the same significance b/c it's related to a tragedy vs. someone who lived a long and fulfilling life so you remember them with smiles and not sadness. However, if you really like the name Joel, then that is different. I don't really like Joel Arthur together though.

Answer 8

joel is nice.

the middle name not to sure.but thats up to u.

Answer 9

Honestly, I like both names a lot. But I don't like them together... they kind of clash together

Answer 10

I like it. It has a ring to it. it sounds like it could be a star name or someone well known. I think it sounds good  for a little boy and a man.

I mean I can hear this name in conversation like Joel Arthur is going to Princeton for his Dr. degree in physiology.

Answer 11

The names have a nice sound to me.

But let me tell you something different . I wouldn't give to my  child names that only come from such family past. Your child will be unique, special and original. He comes up from the happy union of your couple, but is an original creation.

His name should be more than a simple addition.

Giving him the name of your late little uncle is a bit like linking his life not simply to a dead person, but to a family tragedy, to a life that could not be fully expressed. To be totally honest I don't find it a good wish for him.

Think of when he will ask you about the origins of his name: would you really feel comfortable in telling him his name is  somehow linked to a tragic loss?

Even if you were for a traditional choice I would suggest to  go for names that do not carry such sense.

I'm sorry if that sounds too strong, but I think you want to hear different opinions. Best luck !!!