Is this a name?

Mufflerlove · June 2018

Hi all,

We have been on the hunt for a boys name. Our other kids have traditional type names. My husband thought of Houston out of the blue. Surprisingly, I actually like it. But the logical part of me worries it’s not a real name and of the potential teasing factor. What does everyone think? Yay or nay?

nicnak22 · June 2018

I don’t see anything wrong with this name. Also, I went to school with someone named Houston (elementary through high) and don’t ever remember them being teased at all.

bbiutmcph · June 2018

Houston we have a problem

In general place names give off a less than desirable vibe. I think you can easily do better

bawags · June 2018

Would not use it myself, but I don't think its bad at all. People use city/place names for their children all the time- Ireland, Denver, Madison, Phoenix, Cheyenne, Savannah, Paris, Brooklyn, Dakota etc :-)

mb0112 · June 2018

Place names are common especially western ones like Austin but I also immediately thought “Houston we have a problem”. It’s not my style but not the worst.

Bringmemylongswordho · June 2018

Enh. I mean, it's not the worst place name, but like, Houston? That's the best you can come up with?

elsastark · June 2018

"Houston we have a problem" is a minor infraction. It could get wearing to hear it from people ALL the time. I spent a short time being Jessica James (thus the Jesse James hits) but aside from having to force a small fake laugh my life was not greatly affected. I have the name Nikita chosen for a girl because I love that I can shorten to both Nicki and Kitty; but people hate it, I keep asking why. But honestly, it's still at the top of my list. As a parent we have to worry about the teasing factor. Many were against the name Lucas because they heard "Lucas Mucas" which wouldn't put me off the name to be honest. I love the name Lucas and it's quite common. As for Houston, I say yes. I see no real problem it.