Mary Ellen

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Registered: 03-07-2006
Mary Ellen
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Sun, 04-16-2006 - 8:49am

Hi Everyone,

I would really appreciate some feedback on the name Mary Ellen (double name). This is currently one of dh and my favorites, but I wanted to get some honest opinions (I will appreciate both negative and positive feedback).

This was my grandmother's name; however, I haven't met any other Mary Ellens, so I'd like to know if you know any or if you think of a certain time period or image when you hear the name. Is there teasing potential. Was it ever popular? Do you think it's a fresh option or is it dated?

If she decided to go by Mary and drop the Ellen, what do you think about that name? Is it too plain or ready for a comeback?

Thank you in advance for your help. It is much appreciated!

Liz

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Registered: 12-28-2005
In reply to: poguer
Tue, 05-02-2006 - 12:12am
I know a middle aged woman named Mary Ellen. My sister is in her twenties and named Mary. And, there are other Mary's in the fam, and Marie, Marilyn, etc. It's still a good name. My daughter has a Mary in her 4th grade class. And, I know someone who just had a baby and named her Mary Catherine.

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