I voted for Brighton. If the pronunciation is supposed to be the same for all four of them, then I think the first two DEFINITELY miss their mark. I was pronouncing both of them "bray-ton," especially the second one. I hate the Y phenomenon--just sticking them in wherever--so, because Brighton is the original spelling (of a brand of expensive purses, but still, original nonetheless) I voted for it.
Edited to add: I agree with Mona that Brighton is a boy's name. Ever watch "The Nanny"? If changing the spelling is meant to "make this into a girl's name," sorry, it ain't gonna' happen. It's just going to be a misspelled boy's name on a girl. If you like the name, then just go with it. Changing the spelling isn't going to make it more feminine.
Breiton - looks like Bretton to me which is a boy's name
Breighton - same as above
Brighton - pronounced 'bright-in', boy's name
Bryton - could be mistaken for girl's name Brittan or boy's name Brighton
Which pronunciation are you looking for? How about Brittan/Britten/Britton pronounced just like Britian? I like this name but I've heard it used twice around here so it's off my list permanently, lol.
I guess that I'm a little confused. I do know a family with the last name Breiton and they pronounce it Bright-on. That's where we came up with that spelling. It did look boyish to us also so that is why we asked about different spellings in the first place. I guess that I was a little taken back that you and Mona pointed out that this is a boys name. Where did you find that it was just a boys name? I have checked in a hand full of baby books and it isn't in there for either one. I also went onto Name Wizard on this web site with the same results. I know it's trendy but that isn't the issue. I guess that I don't understand why some names that are unisex are accepted and others are not. For instance:
Kendall - boy (I have a 36 yr. old nephew Kendall) Morgan- boy Camerson - boy Riley - boy (My grandson is Riley) Drew - boy Sidney - boy Addison - boy Harper - boy (I know a 90 yr. old man and his son both named Harper) Emerson - boy Taylor - boy (60 some yr. old friend of the family with this name.)
These are a few names that are definately boy names originally. I guess that is what confused me. We didn't try to change the spelling to make it more feminine, we just weren't sure what the proper spelling was. That's why we needed your help. There is definately a double standard when it comes to unisex names but "oh well". My daughter really loves Brighton Renee (Renee is her mn) and so I don't think this will make a big difference to her. We just wanted to see what spelling was best. I wanted your honest input so thank you.
I get that Brighton is a boy's name after years of watching "The Nanny" with Fran Drescher. Brighton is the name of the son. The difference between Brighton and the names you mentioned is that many of those names are actually considered "unisex" while to me, Brighton is not unisex, but rather, a boy's name. Lots of the names on your list, I also consider solely boy names, and for that reason, object to them being used as girl names.
Kendall - This name is ALL BOY; I HATE it for girls. Morgan- unisex Cameron - BOY Riley - I think it's a boy name, but I have to accept that it's going unisex. Drew - BOY!!! HATE for girls. Sidney - boy; Sydney - girl Addison - I think that all the -son names are masculine (Addison, Jackson, Jameson, etc.) Harper - unisex; but only because I know the cutest little girl named Harper, after Harper Lee (though Harper Lee's actualy first name was Nell...) Emerson - also boy, but it's going unisex, too, dang it. Taylor - unisex
And when you start with how these names were originally male names, you must also consider that Meredith and Florence were also originally male names. Things change. I wouldn't name a baby boy Meredith or Florence for all the money in the world.
In short, I suppose I'd rather see a little girl named Britton than Brighton, but I KNOW that I'd DEFINITELY rather see a little girl named Brighton than meet another Kailey, Kayden, Katelyn, or Kallie! I'd just definitely stick with the Brighton spelling.
I guess it's pretty evident that I don't watch the Nanny (Can't get past Fran and her voice). The only Brighton's that I hear about are girls, just wasn't sure of their spellings. I guess that this name thing all boils down to taste. I really like Kendall for a girl even though I know our Kendall. Morgan is considered unisex I think because it was used by a celebrity (Morgan Fairchild) and since then has been okay for either. I know more boys named Morgan than girls by far. And Harper is very cute even for a boy. I love it on a man just because I know two of them. But I have to admit that it his great on a girl. It breaks my daughters heart that Riley is so feminine right now. It's hard on her boy. She named him after a male friend of ours and now look. So I do understand all of that but I still don't quite understand what makes a name okay to use as unisex. If it's just who you know and can relate to the name then that really does confuse things. Thank you so much for trying to clear it up for me. I guess that we need to just respect each others opinions and enjoy this process of picking that "perfect name". I really do enjoy all of the feedback and input. I only know what goes on in this little corner of the world and it can be totally different elsewhere. So thanks again.
Like I said, I don't think that Brighton's a bad name at all. It's just that I think of it as a boy's name. If I met your future granddaughter, I'm sure she would change my perceptions. And like I said, I prefer it about a thousand times over all the -aden names and the Katelyn varieties that have become mind-numbingly trendy. So, in short, I think she should use it if she loves it.
And, I am sad along with your daughter and her son over the feminizing of Riley. I think it's all boy, if that helps their feelings. :-)
Brighton (this spelling, btw) actually IS in the girl section of one of my name books (and in the boy section of quite a few). I'll just type what it says for you:
BRIGHTON English: From the bright town; Brighton is a seaside town in southern England. A surname traditionally used for boys, Brighton may become more gender neutral in the future.
It also lists Bryton as an alternate spelling, but I'd think this would be pronounced like Brit-on a lot.
I actually have heard this name before, but only on boys, but if you like the unisex surname as a first name trend then that probably won't bother you.
It's nms personally, but it doesn't bother me nearly as much as using a more well-known masculine name for a girl (such as Logan, Ryan or any of the Aidan names, if you KWIM). At least I'd think Brighton would be uncommon enough that many wouldn't realize it's traditionally a boy name, if that makes sense.
I would stick with the Brighton spelling. It's the most obvious and doesn't have that tryndee kre8ive feel.
Thanks Kelli. I appreciate you taking the time to research that for me. I'm really mixed on this one because like I have stated previously, I'm not crazy about Unisex names. But she really likes this one and so at least I can encourage her to use the proper spelling. I do have to admit that I like it. I think it has alot of spunk! This is my daughter that went from using a French name (she loves Adele, Lucienne, or Audrey) to Brighton. Go figure. She still has until Nov. so not sure what will happen between now and then. I personally love Lucienne nn Luci. Lucienne Renee or Renaye. Another name that has come up, also French, is Adalie or Adelie (not sure of spelling). I told her that she could name her Adele and use Adelie as a NN. She is seriously thinking about that one so there is a chance that she will change her mind. I think I'll do a new pole and see what you all think! Thanks again for your time and comments.
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I voted for Brighton. If the pronunciation is supposed to be the same for all four of them, then I think the first two DEFINITELY miss their mark. I was pronouncing both of them "bray-ton," especially the second one. I hate the Y phenomenon--just sticking them in wherever--so, because Brighton is the original spelling (of a brand of expensive purses, but still, original nonetheless) I voted for it.
Edited to add: I agree with Mona that Brighton is a boy's name. Ever watch "The Nanny"? If changing the spelling is meant to "make this into a girl's name," sorry, it ain't gonna' happen. It's just going to be a misspelled boy's name on a girl. If you like the name, then just go with it. Changing the spelling isn't going to make it more feminine.
Edited 7/13/2006 12:47 pm ET by ab2203
These are different names, IMO.
Breiton - looks like Bretton to me which is a boy's name
Breighton - same as above
Brighton - pronounced 'bright-in', boy's name
Bryton - could be mistaken for girl's name Brittan or boy's name Brighton
Which pronunciation are you looking for? How about Brittan/Britten/Britton pronounced just like Britian? I like this name but I've heard it used twice around here so it's off my list permanently, lol.
Terra.
I guess that I'm a little confused. I do know a family with the last name Breiton and they pronounce it Bright-on. That's where we came up with that spelling. It did look boyish to us also so that is why we asked about different spellings in the first place. I guess that I was a little taken back that you and Mona pointed out that this is a boys name. Where did you find that it was just a boys name? I have checked in a hand full of baby books and it isn't in there for either one. I also went onto Name Wizard on this web site with the same results. I know it's trendy but that isn't the issue. I guess that I don't understand why some names that are unisex are accepted and others are not.
For instance:
Kendall - boy (I have a 36 yr. old nephew Kendall)
Morgan- boy
Camerson - boy
Riley - boy (My grandson is Riley)
Drew - boy
Sidney - boy
Addison - boy
Harper - boy (I know a 90 yr. old man and his son both named Harper)
Emerson - boy
Taylor - boy (60 some yr. old friend of the family with this name.)
These are a few names that are definately boy names originally. I guess that is what confused me. We didn't try to change the spelling to make it more feminine, we just weren't sure what the proper spelling was. That's why we needed your help. There is definately a double standard when it comes to unisex names but "oh well". My daughter really loves Brighton Renee (Renee is her mn) and so I don't think this will make a big difference to her. We just wanted to see what spelling was best. I wanted your honest input so thank you.
I get that Brighton is a boy's name after years of watching "The Nanny" with Fran Drescher. Brighton is the name of the son. The difference between Brighton and the names you mentioned is that many of those names are actually considered "unisex" while to me, Brighton is not unisex, but rather, a boy's name. Lots of the names on your list, I also consider solely boy names, and for that reason, object to them being used as girl names.
Kendall - This name is ALL BOY; I HATE it for girls.
Morgan- unisex
Cameron - BOY
Riley - I think it's a boy name, but I have to accept that it's going unisex.
Drew - BOY!!! HATE for girls.
Sidney - boy; Sydney - girl
Addison - I think that all the -son names are masculine (Addison, Jackson, Jameson, etc.)
Harper - unisex; but only because I know the cutest little girl named Harper, after Harper Lee (though Harper Lee's actualy first name was Nell...)
Emerson - also boy, but it's going unisex, too, dang it.
Taylor - unisex
And when you start with how these names were originally male names, you must also consider that Meredith and Florence were also originally male names. Things change. I wouldn't name a baby boy Meredith or Florence for all the money in the world.
In short, I suppose I'd rather see a little girl named Britton than Brighton, but I KNOW that I'd DEFINITELY rather see a little girl named Brighton than meet another Kailey, Kayden, Katelyn, or Kallie! I'd just definitely stick with the Brighton spelling.
You mentioned that you'd had difficulty finding any information on the name, so I looked it up for you. Here's the link:
http://www.thinkbabynames.com/search.php?s=brighton&g=1&t=1
Like I said, I don't think that Brighton's a bad name at all. It's just that I think of it as a boy's name. If I met your future granddaughter, I'm sure she would change my perceptions. And like I said, I prefer it about a thousand times over all the -aden names and the Katelyn varieties that have become mind-numbingly trendy. So, in short, I think she should use it if she loves it.
And, I am sad along with your daughter and her son over the feminizing of Riley. I think it's all boy, if that helps their feelings. :-)
You are great!!!! You definately went above and beyond! Thanks for the web site and I'll check it out. I appreciate your help. Talk to you later.
Shelly
Brighton (this spelling, btw) actually IS in the girl section of one of my name books (and in the boy section of quite a few). I'll just type what it says for you:
BRIGHTON English: From the bright town; Brighton is a seaside town in southern England. A surname traditionally used for boys, Brighton may become more gender neutral in the future.
It also lists Bryton as an alternate spelling, but I'd think this would be pronounced like Brit-on a lot.
I actually have heard this name before, but only on boys, but if you like the unisex surname as a first name trend then that probably won't bother you.
It's nms personally, but it doesn't bother me nearly as much as using a more well-known masculine name for a girl (such as Logan, Ryan or any of the Aidan names, if you KWIM). At least I'd think Brighton would be uncommon enough that many wouldn't realize it's traditionally a boy name, if that makes sense.
I would stick with the Brighton spelling. It's the most obvious and doesn't have that tryndee kre8ive feel.
HTH
~Kelli
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to Brighton. Go figure. She still has until Nov. so not sure what will happen between now and then. I personally love Lucienne nn Luci. Lucienne Renee or Renaye. Another name that has come up, also French, is Adalie or Adelie (not sure of spelling). I told her that she could name her Adele and use Adelie as a NN. She is seriously thinking about that one so there is a chance that she will change her mind. I think I'll do a new pole and see what you all think! Thanks again for your time and comments.
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