Shortlist for a Boy

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Registered: 08-27-2005
Shortlist for a Boy
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Mon, 11-07-2005 - 6:56am

Shortlist for a Boy



  • Orion (Oh-ry-an for those who don't know)
  • Altair
  • Raven
  • Sylvan


You will be able to change your vote.


iVillage Member
Registered: 09-28-2005
Mon, 11-07-2005 - 1:16pm
Just a word of caution about Raven........in my area, Raven is used only for girls. Have never heard of boy named Raven, but know several girls. Just wanted to let ya know, but if you love it, don't let that change your mind!
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Registered: 03-27-2003
Mon, 11-07-2005 - 1:49pm

I voted for Orion. I think it's a strong name, and it has the option of the common nn Ryan if he ever wants to use it. (I thought Orion was weird when my friend's sister used it for her little boy 8 years ago, but it has really grown on me.)

Although there's no reason it couldn't be used for a boy, I've only ever seen Raven on girls, so I didn't vote for that. And Sylvan makes me think of the Sylvan Learning Center.

Altair isn't bad, but I liked Orion better.

Good luck making a decision!

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Registered: 09-20-2005
Mon, 11-07-2005 - 4:26pm
I voted for Orion, but I like them all. Raven, however, is more of a girls name to me.