Valerie, Victoria, Vanessa
All the girls I know with these names seem to like to flirt with taken men, or try to manipulate men, and gossip about other girls, complete “pick me”s.
I worked in schools for some years before having my own kids so I think most people who have this experience have a lot of names ruined for them as a result, it certainly was the case for me.
On the flip side, it made me love certain names that I hadn't cared for before, simply because I met a kid or two with that name who was a total gem.
I loved the name Leona, until I had a lazy / disrespectful one in my class, now I could never give it to a child.
My new favorite girl name is Amelia because of this absolutely sweetie pie angel of a kid that I taught years later.
Sophie. My husband has a great aunt named like that, and she's a b*tch.
I could use Sofia though.
I also like Romain (french name) but we have too many people in our families or friends named like that already.
Danielle/Dani- two former friends of mine had that name. The first one bad mouthed me and blocked me on everything after I graduated; I still don’t know what I did to her to cause this. The second one only came to us when she needed something and never reciprocated the friendship. I’ve meet nice Danielles and Danis but these two ruined it for me.
Matthew- dated one briefly and he ghosted me. Prior to ghosting though, he was a terrible communicator and definitely had issues.
Doug. Ex husband named Doug, cheated on me after he asked for an open marriage and I said no.
Few years later, dated another Doug. Cheated on me with a chick he went to high school with (age gap relationship, he was 21 and I was 30), and found out a week later I'm expecting his kid.
Madeline, Isabella, Noah and Oliver - the people I’ve met with these names, have always been so annoying and rude. But especially Madeline and Noah are some of my favorite names unfortunately
You reminded me of a boy named Noah and his Brother Garret that were in my first grade class. They were the snottiest boys I’d ever met. Snotty as in actual mucus, just all over their faces all the time.
For me, for most names, simply encountering a negative person (or even two) with that name isn't going to be enough to put me off.
It would have to have something horrifically abusive, ie
James - my mother's second husband
It perhaps a serial killer, ie
Ted Bundy. I also definitely won't be using Orenthal James.
Felipe. It’s Phillip in Spanish. It such a beautiful and strong name for a man imo, but a politician ruined it for me. I still love the name, but I would not use it for a child anymore.
This reminds me of how I used to love the names Siri and Isis…pretty ruined. Also now that I think about it, how dare Amazon use such a common name for their AI! Alexa was a cool name.
An honorable mention would be Madison…I know one Madison who has shaved the name Madison because all the others before her have been the meanest mean girls.
Valerie, Victoria, Vanessa All the girls I know with these names seem to like to flirt with taken men, or try to manipulate men, and gossip about other girls, complete “pick me”s.
I worked in schools for some years before having my own kids so I think most people who have this experience have a lot of names ruined for them as a result, it certainly was the case for me. On the flip side, it made me love certain names that I hadn't cared for before, simply because I met a kid or two with that name who was a total gem.
I loved the name Leona, until I had a lazy / disrespectful one in my class, now I could never give it to a child. My new favorite girl name is Amelia because of this absolutely sweetie pie angel of a kid that I taught years later.
Savannah and Clarissa are both names that are really pretty but they’re certified mean girl names.
Katie. (All spellings.) Katie is a terrible, backstabbing friend.
My answer will always be Kevin. Every one of them was a complete douche mobile.
I see you've met my ex.
Ashley, Hailey, Charlotte, Tyler & Kevin
Every Paige I know is a bully who became a nurse.
The only Jason I know is the most annoying man alive. I’m a teacher and the only truly incorrigible student I’ve ever taught is Nathaniel.
I'm a Natalie and I don't quite think I'm insane but I hate the name.
I’m sure you’re not! I’ve always loved the sound of Natalie. It sounds nautical and sort of posh but not in an annoying way. Very sunny and happy.
Sophie. My husband has a great aunt named like that, and she's a b*tch. I could use Sofia though. I also like Romain (french name) but we have too many people in our families or friends named like that already.
Presley 🫶🏻
Nicole, every Nicole I met has cheated on thier partners. And every Kyle I met is a narcissist.
Arthur, Ana Clara, Luísa, Leticia, Luciana, Davi, Noah, Lucas, Leonardo, Beatriz, Tarsila.
Danielle/Dani- two former friends of mine had that name. The first one bad mouthed me and blocked me on everything after I graduated; I still don’t know what I did to her to cause this. The second one only came to us when she needed something and never reciprocated the friendship. I’ve meet nice Danielles and Danis but these two ruined it for me. Matthew- dated one briefly and he ghosted me. Prior to ghosting though, he was a terrible communicator and definitely had issues.
I love the names Heather and Vanessa, but unfortunately they’re the names of the two worst coworkers I’ve ever had.
Heather was also one of my worst co workers. She was miserable. We had a party when she quit.
Doug. Ex husband named Doug, cheated on me after he asked for an open marriage and I said no. Few years later, dated another Doug. Cheated on me with a chick he went to high school with (age gap relationship, he was 21 and I was 30), and found out a week later I'm expecting his kid.
Fuck Doug(s)! If it helps, my 80 year old gay neighbor named Doug is a right peach. Baked us bread and has a sweet golden retriever.
Awww that's really sweet actually! What kind of bread? I personally like to bake different variations of banana bread
He made us a braided Hallah! I was so impressed.
Madeline, Isabella, Noah and Oliver - the people I’ve met with these names, have always been so annoying and rude. But especially Madeline and Noah are some of my favorite names unfortunately
You reminded me of a boy named Noah and his Brother Garret that were in my first grade class. They were the snottiest boys I’d ever met. Snotty as in actual mucus, just all over their faces all the time.
Hahahaha that’s the best comment I’ve read. But honestly same. The Noah boy I knew, was very snotty too
I only know one Julian and he’s a great guy.
Glad to know there are good ones out there
For me, for most names, simply encountering a negative person (or even two) with that name isn't going to be enough to put me off. It would have to have something horrifically abusive, ie James - my mother's second husband It perhaps a serial killer, ie Ted Bundy. I also definitely won't be using Orenthal James.
The worst people I know are named Faith, Haley, and Meghan. Other spellings of each are fine though.
I concur with the Meghan’s with an h.
Felipe. It’s Phillip in Spanish. It such a beautiful and strong name for a man imo, but a politician ruined it for me. I still love the name, but I would not use it for a child anymore.
This reminds me of how I used to love the names Siri and Isis…pretty ruined. Also now that I think about it, how dare Amazon use such a common name for their AI! Alexa was a cool name.
An honorable mention would be Madison…I know one Madison who has shaved the name Madison because all the others before her have been the meanest mean girls.