Name help

Mrs. Mo · May 2013

We are stuck on 2 first/middle name combos.

Which do you like better & why?

Alexander Lincoln

Xavier Lincoln

Alexander is classic but I think Xavier is cool (plus, he'd probably be the only Xavier in his class).

AngLK987 · May 2013

agreed, not a fan of Xavier.

cantalopes24 · May 2013

What they said.

mamaZbo · May 2013

Xavier is on the top of our short list for boy names if we ever have one, so that is my vote.

kagl08 · May 2013

SuperDeDuper:
Alexander is classic, has great NN options, and it a fantastic name. It gets my vote.
I don't hate Xavier, but I'm not a huge fan. It's ok in my book.

This! Alexander was on our long list for a boy.

RoxRing · May 2013

If you love Xavier, go for it. Since it's not as common you will have some people that like it or don't like it, but I say if you're leaning towards it, go for it.

amyc216 · May 2013

I like Alexander better. Alex is cute and you could also do Xander.

Xavier is not bad, just not my preference.

diego299 · May 2013

I've always like the name Xavier (so does DH) but it's my ex's middle name so it's off the list.

pennysuedog · May 2013

Xavier!

punkin05 · May 2013

Another vote for Alexander. It is a great, classic boys name. Plus as PP have stated, you could always use Xander as a nickname, which would give you the same feel as Xavier. I also think that Alexander would go better with your DD's name.

jonnygurl76 · May 2013

My honest opinion:

Alexander Lincoln makes me think Abraham Lincoln and I detest the name Xavier or really any name that starts with X.

I love the name Lincoln and would use that as the first name.

rubysue267 · May 2013

Xavier is a tough one for me to pronounce but my language issue aside, I think Alexander Lincoln just flows better. Plus, if you want a more non-traditional spin on the name, you could always call him Xander (which I really like).

I think it's the 80s curse but whenever I think of the name Xavier I immediately picture it scribbled on the butt of a Cabbage Patch doll.