Frankie for baby girl name??

Bookreadnjunkie · March 2014

We are keeping the name a secret from family and friends so I really have no one I can ask about the name we are thinking! I've always really loved boy names on girls but I just want to hear what other people think?! Is Frankie to masculine? Her name would be Frankie Margaret. Margaret is after my grandma and Frankie would be her actual given name...I don't like Frances or Francesca so if she needed a "professional" name or didn't like her name she could go with Margaret. If anyone out there knows a Frankie or is a Frankie I'd love to hear if they like their name!! Thanks!

ohwhynot85 · March 2014

Bookreadnjunkie said:

We are keeping the name a secret from family and friends so I really have no one I can ask about the name we are thinking! I've always really loved boy names on girls but I just want to hear what other people think?! Is Frankie to masculine? Her name would be Frankie Margaret. Margaret is after my grandma and Frankie would be her actual given name...I don't like Frances or Francesca so if she needed a "professional" name or didn't like her name she could go with Margaret. If anyone out there knows a Frankie or is a Frankie I'd love to hear if they like their name!! Thanks!

I personally think it's too masculine. I'm not a huge fan of boys names used for girls. A few can get away with it, but I do not think this is one of them.

AmandaMacD · March 2014

I love Frankie for a girl

ktlucas · March 2014

My friends little sister is a Frankie. Her given name is Frances but goes by Frankie for everything. I love the name! Not sure what she'll use professionally, she is currently a teenager.

Circular27 · March 2014

I went to high school with a girl named Frankie. It's definitely cute for a younger girl and teen but I worry about it for an adult.

pdilly2b · March 2014

Sorry, but I think it's really bad as a given name. Even if she would choose to go by Margaret professionally, there are all sorts of applications and other formal documents where she would have to use it. I agree with PPs to either give her a real name with Frankie as a nn, even if she never goes by the real name, or put it as a middle name and just call her that.

Helenahhandbasket · March 2014

Idani said:

I think it's fine as a nickname but I really hate it as a given name, even on a male. We know a male Frank as well that went by Frankie as a young boy but went to Frank as an adult. It's more adult sounding, than the 'ie" ending. The female Frankie's I have ever met all have Frances or Francesca as a given. They have all liked it as a nickname but used their full name professionally when written on their business cards or in formal settings.

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All of this.

There's also Francine.

awc1986 · March 2014

I like Frankie for a girl. It might be more practical to have Francesca though, so she then has the option to use her full name when she's older.

FYI I love androgynous names for girls. We're team pink and are naming our LO Bobbie.

Mimaloo · March 2014

If you're planning on her using Margaret as her professional name then just name her Margaret. Frankie is fine for a nn but not as a given first name.

I've had several students named Francesca and that's really pretty. Then you can use Frankie.

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mcfife09 · March 2014

I love Frankie. love. So freaking cute. Margaret is also amazing. So you can't go wrong with me. I guess maybe if you'd like to give a more formal first name, I'd say Franklin is super cute and then call her Frankie. I really love different names so that's just my take.

PrimRoseMama · March 2014

No. This is a horrible idea.

rockopera · March 2014

I have a number of Franceses and Francines in my family. A couple go by Frankie. But to me, it's only a nickname and I dislike it a whole lot as a given name for a female. And Frankie Margaret is not attractive at all as a combo IMO.

WashingtonQueen · March 2014

I would hate my parents if they named me Frankie.

jamiesmith81 · March 2014

I love it!! I think it is so cute when girls have a boy names.

jasrun80 · March 2014

I love it & thinks she's a badass already.

Mizoo · March 2014

Another vote here to give her a more flexible first name and use Frankie as a nn. What if she hates Frankie? There really aren't any other options she can use from that.

There are no nicknames for my first name, and I know it's trivial but growing up I was always jealous of the girls with long names who could reasonably go by all sorts of nicknames. (Elizabeth, for one)

HobokensFury · March 2014

It's fine for a nickname but not for a legal given name.

Nicolewinsbingo · March 2014

I really think Frances or Francesca is better. You don't ever have to call her that, but its so much more professional for an adult. If you pick Frances you can get those adorable Frances the Badger books.

awc1986 · March 2014

PrimRoseMama said:
No. This is a horrible idea.

I think calling her child "turdpants" would be a horrible idea. Calling her Frankie is just not to your taste.

PrimRoseMama · March 2014

awc1986 said:

PrimRoseMama said:
No. This is a horrible idea.
I think calling her child "turdpants" would be a horrible idea. Calling her Frankie is just not to your taste.

No, it really is. That kid will have to go to school, try for jobs. Frankie sounds cute when you are 2. Not when you are 50.

awc1986 · March 2014

PrimRoseMama said:

awc1986 said:

PrimRoseMama said:
No. This is a horrible idea.
I think calling her child "turdpants" would be a horrible idea. Calling her Frankie is just not to your taste.
No, it really is. That kid will have to go to school, try for jobs. Frankie sounds cute when you are 2. Not when you are 50.

My DH's 84 year old grandma is called Dani. She's got through life just fine.

It's not like she wants to call her something "you-neek" and to be honest she'll stand out against all the Madisons, Kaitlyns and Destinys that will be applying for the same jobs as adults.

"Horrible" is an unnecessary term to use. It would be horrible to call a child Hitler or Charles Manson Jr.

Bookreadnjunkie · March 2014

Thanks for all the input. Some is pretty harsh...people need to remember we are in 2014..it's just a name. It will not define who she is if she wants to be a lawyer or CPA (like her father) or even a hairstylist like myself she will become it regardless of her name. I pray I can raise a child confident enough not to let things/people like this bother her. Thanks again

PrimRoseMama · March 2014

awc1986 said:

PrimRoseMama said:

awc1986 said:

PrimRoseMama said:
No. This is a horrible idea.
I think calling her child "turdpants" would be a horrible idea. Calling her Frankie is just not to your taste.
No, it really is. That kid will have to go to school, try for jobs. Frankie sounds cute when you are 2. Not when you are 50.
My DH's 84 year old grandma is called Dani. She's got through life just fine.

It's not like she wants to call her something "you-neek" and to be honest she'll stand out against all the Madisons, Kaitlyns and Destinys that will be applying for the same jobs as adults.

"Horrible" is an unnecessary term to use. It would be horrible to call a child Hitler or Charles Manson Jr.

I said the idea was horrible.

awc1986 · March 2014

Bookreadnjunkie said:
Thanks for all the input. Some is pretty harsh...people need to remember we are in 2014..it's just a name. It will not define who she is if she wants to be a lawyer or CPA (like her father) or even a hairstylist like myself she will become it regardless of her name. I pray I can raise a child confident enough not to let things/people like this bother her.
Thanks again

Exactly. Of course some names have connotations, but I'm sure her education and personality will shine through when she's older. At least she won't have the same name as every other little girl on the street.

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laurakaz13 · March 2014

No!!!! Don't do this to your daughter. Name her Margaret or Francesca.

rockopera · March 2014

Bookreadnjunkie said:
Thanks for all the input. Some is pretty harsh...people need to remember we are in 2014..it's just a name. It will not define who she is if she wants to be a lawyer or CPA (like her father) or even a hairstylist like myself she will become it regardless of her name. I pray I can raise a child confident enough not to let things/people like this bother her.
Thanks again

Even in 2014 (and likely 2030), the issue exists. You can't pretend it doesn't. Even if it doesn't limit her, it won't be fun or easy. I have a name exactly like this (a male nickname as a given first name) and it has been a PITA my entire life, up to and including government records being incorrect and I have had to provide my birth certificate to prove I am female. And I do have a female MN.

And aren't you already trying to define who she is by giving her a "spunky/unique/male" name? That feminine or "normal" isn't good enough? That cute and fun is who she should be?

Really, if you have to plan to make sure to work on her confidence specifically to deal with the name you are giving her isn't an issue - isn't that a red flag enough?

FemShep · March 2014

rockopera said:

Thanks for all the input. Some is pretty harsh...people need to remember we are in 2014..it's just a name. It will not define who she is if she wants to be a lawyer or CPA (like her father) or even a hairstylist like myself she will become it regardless of her name. I pray I can raise a child confident enough not to let things/people like this bother her. Thanks again
Even in 2014 (and likely 2030), the issue exists. You can't pretend it doesn't. Even if it doesn't limit her, it won't be fun or easy. I have a name exactly like this (a male nickname as a given first name) and it has been a PITA my entire life, up to and including government records being incorrect and I have had to provide my birth certificate to prove I am female. And I do have a female MN. And aren't you already trying to define who she is by giving her a "spunky/unique/male" name? That feminine or "normal" isn't good enough? That cute and fun is who she should be? Really, if you have to plan to make sure to work on her confidence specifically to deal with the name you are giving her isn't an issue - isn't that a red flag enough?

This. Studies have repeatedly shown that people with "unique" names on resumes get worse responses and are judged as less competent. Why do that to your child?

A test I liked to use was how it would sound if LO was a doctor, judge, or President. Nicknames are great, and a wonderful way for friends to show how well they know you. But compare "Dr. Francesca Smith/the Honorable Francesca Smith/President Francesca Smith" to "Dr. Frankie Smith/the Honorable Frankie Smith/President Frankie Smith". Frankie just sounds juvenile and silly. Go with a normal name and use Frankie as a nickname; let your LO decide how she wants to be called when she gets older.

Bookreadnjunkie · March 2014

Ahhh!! People calm down it's just a name. Honestly I didn't think Frankie was such an abnormal name. I don't hear it all the time like all the Tiffany's, Jennifer's, or Brittany's but I don't want that either. Everyone's acting like I'm naming her some crazy ass name like Apple, North, or Cherry! Also I did not mean that to come across as I would have to "' make sure to work on her confidence specifically to deal with her name" I was simply saying I hope she is confident enough in herself that a little thing like someone else's opinion on her name not wreck her. I also have a unisex name and have made it through life just fine... There are some good points and I'll def have them in my mind as I decide on her name and in the end that's what I wanted so thanks!

HobokensFury · March 2014

Bookreadnjunkie said:

Thanks for all the input. Some is pretty harsh...people need to remember we are in 2014..it's just a name. It will not define who she is if she wants to be a lawyer or CPA (like her father) or even a hairstylist like myself she will become it regardless of her name. I pray I can raise a child confident enough not to let things/people like this bother her. Thanks again

Tell that to my students I-True and Tequilla....

awc1986 · March 2014

HobokenBride2012 said:

Bookreadnjunkie said:

Thanks for all the input. Some is pretty harsh...people need to remember we are in 2014..it's just a name. It will not define who she is if she wants to be a lawyer or CPA (like her father) or even a hairstylist like myself she will become it regardless of her name. I pray I can raise a child confident enough not to let things/people like this bother her.
Thanks again

Tell that to my students I-True and Tequilla....

Yeah I don't think Frankie is up there with the crazy names. People seem to have blown this out of proportion. At least it's an actual name, not something made up.

There's nothing wrong in having a different name (not a totally made up one). My DH's name is Ben and he's always been one of at least 3 in every class or job he's been in. He'd love a more memorable name now he's applying for jobs due to redundancy.

tjkdlhb · March 2014

My parents intentionally decided to call me by my middle name. It's a huge PITA. Esp when it comes to filling out paperwork or anything formal. Just something to think about.

Also in the camp of Frankie is a cute name for a nickname, but not so much for when she grows up. I agree with the posters who suggested naming her something similar, like Frances, so that she can use that name on paperwork, even if she is always called "Frankie". It gives her more options when she is older.

jtmomma13 · March 2014

It's actually gaining a ton of popularity. I know two Frankie's under the age of 2. One was born with the name and another is a nickname off of Francesca. I personally don't find Frankie to be weird as an adult...horrible example but there was a Frankie on one of the RW seasons (she passed away from cystic fibrosis in 2007) and I don't think her name sounded too cutesy or weird. The name seemed to fit her well!

I have a beautiful middle name and goes horribly with my maiden name...like really bad. Like porn star gone bad. I was somewhat teased for it but it never bothered me or made me go home crying. I knew my middle name had meaning and what it meant to my parents. Kids will always find a reason to make fun one another.

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vamomtobe · March 2014

I work with a female Frankie, as her given name. She does have people sometimes assume she's male because of her name. I personally like it but probably because she's a really cool person so I have a positive association with the name. She's a scientist in a national headquarters position, and has never been labeled as "cute" or confused as someone's pet due to her name

Crazypregoseverywhere · March 2014

I like the idea of having a name like Frankie for a girl. And the PP who named her girl Bobbie. That's super cute! I'm sure a boy's name isn't going to limit her ability in this world. And the comments about what if she doesn't like it... any kid with any name can have that happen. Heck I hated my name growing up. So go with your gut. I love the name! Super cute!

Frannavaldez9399 · March 2014

My name is Frances. I've been called Frankie since I don't know how long. I held a senior title in a major company.. Taken very seriously. I say, name her whatever you want. I just named my own son after his father and two grandfathers. I'm 32 years old.. If someone doesn't like it, fry ice.

GinnyJ2012 · March 2014

I wouldn't make her given name Frankie, but use it as a NN instead. My FIL's given name was Ricky and he legally changed it to Richard. He is a corporate attorney and Ricky was not professional for him. If you give her a more formal name then she can make her NN be what she likes when she is older, and until then you can call her Frankie.

maggiesimpson · March 2014

I love it! I think there are SO MANY unique names out there now that by the time she is an adult Frankie will probably work just fine as a professional name. If you are really concerned about her wanting to use Margaret as a professional name, then I would consider switching it around so it's Margaret Frankie, and calling her by her middle name. Schools are use to writing down nicknames for kids anyway. That would make it easier for her as an adult when she has to fill out forms and things. However, I honestly think she will be fine with Frankie.

laurblum · March 2014

I don't love the name Frankie. Aside from all the aforementioned reasons, it just doesn't go for me. I am not opposed to boy names for girls. I had considered James as a middle name for this baby as well as Charlotte and call her Charlie. But, Frankie just isn't my cup of tea. It seems you like it though so inevitably you're going to go with what you like, not with what 50 internet strangers have suggested.

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