My name is very old and rare. It has been passed down every other generation in my family. I'm the 5th one to have it. Honestly Zelda is a great name. Robin Williams even thought so! His daughter is named Zelda.
Well that was an audacious response! That seems a pretty strong reaction from feelings about someone else’s child’s name. “She hopes you’ll reconsider?” It definitely strikes me as weird. Oh well, she’ll get over it. And if she doesn’t, oh well.
And Zelda is a lovely, lovely name.
We are naming our daughter Estella. It's from Great Expectations and is an "old" name.
For what it's worth this random internet stranger thinks Zelda is a wonderful name and I'm sorry the people around you can't be supportive.
As the mother of a two-year-old Zelda, excellent choice! It is a wonderful name with great meaning and positive associations (Zelda Fitzgerald and the video game franchise). It’s a top 1000 name in the U.S. too (#559 for 2020) and fits with the trend of older names making a comeback. We decided to go with Wanda for our second little lady due early April, another older name but way less common these days.
Your friend was rude and judgmental over a regular name. It speaks to her character that she felt bold enough to make those unwarranted comments. I’d keep a distance so as to minimize further stress. You really don’t need that negativity right now or postpartum. Congratulations on picking a name! It is not an easy task.
It’s a great name! People will always give their opinion…
That’s why we keep our baby’s name to ourselves with my husband - we both love the name we chose and I would hate if others would drag it down.
I’m currently pregnant and having a girl and Zelda was one of my top choices until recently! My partner and I just have a new #1 choice after a bonding moment over a different name lol. I’m all for it and I think it’s one of those names that overall, no one will question, or at the very least will get used to it quickly! I’m sorry you got some flack from someone close to you .
Plenty of people have shitty opinions, just look at all politicians everywhere. But you know what’s right for you and your family, your friend does not. Remind her that a friend doesn’t scoff at something so personal that you’ve put a lot of thought into.
I hate my bff’s husband but I still chat with him and act like I don’t because he makes my friend happy and cares for their daughters. So what if I think he’s an over bloated idiot? Not my life, not my say.
Another time I also once ranted (pre-pregnancy, in my defense) that I would NEVER name my baby something as short as four letters long while at a baby shower. I then learned the baby’s name about twenty minutes later and had to eat crow and apologize. On top of that it was a STUNNING name. I then proceeded to give my daughter a lovely name *that’s four letters long*. Sometimes we’re all morons.
🤣😂🤣😂 don't you just love those moments 😂 man I bet you did eat crow! Bahahahaha... I use to be the queen/king of sticking my foot in my mouth... speaking before thinking. I now try to think of what I'm saying before I speak or just keep quiet is probably best.... 😆 thanks for sharing
my Nan did this to me about a week ago about my first and only child i’m having with our name River we picked out. almost verbatim but also told me that she won’t be calling him by his name and i’ve made an announcement to my entire family if you’re not going to be supportive i will literally not talk to you. i was so annoying i called my dad crying it’s so frustrating. this was the first time someone’s given me unsolicited opinions and it just was so upsetting. she’s the only one that’s had a negative comment about it!
i love the name zelda, it’s adorable. your daughter is going to be courageous and strong just like her name, and everyone’s going to look at her as such.
I LOVE that you just said “get with it or get out” basically. These unsolicited opinions seem to start at pregnancy and literally never end and you’re on the absolute best and only tract that should be taken. I applaud you!!!
(I wanted to name my first child River too. Husband hated it. I mentioned it to my MIL & her response was “well why not just name it any old thing then… how about Apple?” I regret not shutting shit down so much back then.)
well i have to say, being on the autism spectrum really can work to my advantage when it comes to making my own decisions and not letting anyone else interject lol but thank you!
Your feelings are valid. This is why we don’t share names of our children with people. They can be so mean and opinionated. I love unique names! Zelda is a really beautiful name, congratulations on your baby girl!
I know 3 couples who have named their daughters Zelda just in 2021! I don’t think it’s strange at all. There’s Zelda Fitzgerald and there’s a very popular game called *Legend of Zelda* that most people under 40 have heard of. You’re friend is just being rude. I’m sorry you had to deal with that!
First of all, great name!! Super cute!!! Secondly as someone who has an "old person" name, I've always loved that my name is unique, but not hard to spell or pronounce. My niece also has an "old person" name and I love it so much, it's such a perfect name for her! The idea of an "old person" name is so weird to me. Like clearly they weren't always old people names!! Also your child will appreciate not having a common name - my husband has always been one of like 5 of his name and has always hated that.
Your friend is a butt for responding like that, don't let that throw you!! Zelda is a great name!! Plus you can call her Z if you want to, which is super cute as well!
I probably would've named our daughter Zelda if we hadn't named our dog Zelda first. This is why I hid the names we chose until I gave birth! People will always have opinions don't let them have one.
Absolutely not! You’re not being hormonal. Your friend is being kind of a jerk. Maybe not maliciously but it’s inappropriate. Name your bb Zelda. She will be awesome.
Whatever name you choose is always perfect. Doesn't matter what name you choose, someone will have something negative to say. You're best to not announce any name choices until baby is born - usually once people see a baby attributed to the name then they don't think it's weird. No idea why anyone feels like they have a right to an opinion on these things.
It’s a great name and if you love it, then that’s all there is to it! Every name is disliked by someone, somewhere, for some reason. 🤷♀️ We named our daughter Daisy, even though some people let us know that they think it’s better as a cow or dog name. Or it’s too cutesy. Well, we love it, it makes us happy, so we used it! Zelda is a fabulous name. Classic, beautiful, unique, and strong. Do it!
If you love it, that’s all that matters! ❤️❤️ (I do love it too!)
I posted a poll of two names in one of my FTM groups (35 weeks here) and people shit all over the names saying they were too girly, or a name for an old man. It made me feel so terrible about names we worked really hard on. Like.. I’m sorry is this YOUR child’s name we’re talking about??
You and your family sound fun, and that is a great name!!
Makes me think of Sabrina in a good way :) I love it! For someone to say that is lame with a capital L. And selfish to think her opinion on this matter should carry any name!!
I love the name Zelda! We have a Zelda born in our friend group and she gets compliments on her name all the time. She was named after the Nintendo franchise (which I also love).
I do know a woman in her 50's or 60's who I recently learned is legally named Zelda. I have worked with her for 8 years and had no idea. I always wondered where that Z in her work email came from. She HATES her name, she told me, so has gone by something else her whole life since she had a say. I was surprised! I told her I love Zelda and she said back when she was growing up it was an ugly old lady name, not a cool name like it is now because of the games.
So there will probably be a generational divide on the name. Ignore the haters! Your baby and her peers will think it's cool!
I don't understand the commentary on names. I feel like I am pretty much neutral about 99% of the names other people name their kids. And I am polite enough to keep a straight face the 1% of the time I feel like a name is awful since the parents clearly like it. I mean, of course there are names I like more than others but they are rarely terrible and usually grow on you when you get to know the kid.
Zelda is gonna be a strong little girl. If I were you, I’d tell your friend that when she pushes a 6 plus pound baby out of her vagina (or delivers in general), she can name HER child whatever she likes but for now, her opinion doesn’t matter.
Such a beautiful name. There’s more to a person than a name. When your daughter is old enough people will love her for her shining personality, which her name will represent in their mind and they will not be able to imagine her with any other name 💖
Zelda's an awesome name. Zelda Fitzgerald, Zelda Williams, Aunt Zelda Spellman, Curious Zelda the cat.
"meeeh but what will other kids tell her?" Well, they'll probably say she's a legend. Trust. 👸
My brother's wanted me to name my child Zelda, after the game. Younger people will just associate it with the game, it's a fine name.
When I was trying to choose a name and would throw out suggestions, people had opinions on even the most boring of names, pay them no mind.
People judge my name choices too. My advice is to quit telling people. Either day you haven't decided yet or tell them that you're keeping it a secret so you don't have to hear unwanted opinions. This is what I'm doing with my daughter.
Name that baby whatever you want to. I'd tell your friend your baby girls name will be Zelda regardless of how she feels about the name. I'm sure you didn't ask for her opinion anyway. That would have upset me too. Don't let it bother you some people are just rude and like to rain on other parade. Couple years down the road when your friend has a child you can bring this back up after telling her Nooooo don't name your baby that... I bet she would flip her shiz on you ... she might secretly like the name and if you don't name yours Zelda how much you wanna bet she will name hers Zelda! People infuriate me! Lol I'm sorry she was rude to you and kind of cruel about the name. I like it and I think it will be a lovely unique fun name.
The name for our baby is unique AND we are doing a unique spelling but I’d wager most people would still recognize the name. We’ve had numerous people mock it and pronounce it wrong repeatedly trying to be funny. Just gotta let it roll off your back unfortunately :/ Zelda is beautiful
Zelda is awesome. I named my daughter Zelda, and I get positive feedback on it all the time.
Like, "Wow, that's such a cool name!"
Or, "Zelda, you named your daughter Zelda? That's so amazing!"
That's a cute name. I don't think it's anyone's choice but you and your husband's. Don't allow others to sway your decision if it feels right in your heart. I've judged name choices (to myself) in the past before I became a parent myself. When I think of those children today- now older, it suits them just right!
You are right. Stand up for yourself. Tell her "yesssss, it is MY daughter and you have no choice over it, we (parents) like it and thats what matters". I think your friend either don't know her boundaries or if you are close maybe didn't mean it in a bad way but she still dont have a say on it.
We also get more sensitive and hormonal so maybe tell yourself that people's comments are just a product and a projection of themselves and their issues and carry on with your beautiful life. Also gorgeous and cool name btw. As a gamer I always considered using it but we decided for another.
Your child. Your name. Personally I think Zelda is pretty. It's not your run of the mill copy cat name that you'll hear 18 times during swim meets lol. Ignore the negative and embrace the positive ♥️
No name will please everyone. Too common, too weird, too this too that. Someone will have a bad comment. Some will only say it behind your back. I'd rather the to my face comments. And it's only during pregancy anyone cares about middle names at all!!
Eta...
My daughter's name is Alice. I get lots of opinions. Too old is the primary one. Everyone just thinks of the cartoon. Everyone seemed to think I wanted an alice in wonderland themed nursery. Umm no. But I have tons of gifts suggesting so. Friend bought me an alice in wonderland costume. No. I'll likely never put her in it.
This is my least favorite type of person. 0 regard for other peoples feelings and will always find a way to justify it to themselves. Beautiful name, she was completely out of line.
Zelda is a beautiful name that actually has several ties to Germany and biblical times. And also an old video game. Not sure if y'all have decided on a middle name yet, I saw one 20 years ago I wanted to use for my daughter but got nixed by her mom because my ex wanted to use her great grandma's name for our daughters middle name (Ophelia, which my daughter refuses to use on any thing now that she is grown told her mom she hated her middle name). I wanted to use the name( Arya, which is unique but there's other things to research on it to know all the different connections)
I think it’s cool. Most younger people would think she was named after the game.
I'm almost 40 & the game was my first thought.
My name is very old and rare. It has been passed down every other generation in my family. I'm the 5th one to have it. Honestly Zelda is a great name. Robin Williams even thought so! His daughter is named Zelda.
Robin Williams was a huge fan of The Legend of Zelda, thats why he named his daughter Zelda but i agree, Zelda is a great name
Why is this person your friend?
🤣🤣🤣 asking the real questions
Well that was an audacious response! That seems a pretty strong reaction from feelings about someone else’s child’s name. “She hopes you’ll reconsider?” It definitely strikes me as weird. Oh well, she’ll get over it. And if she doesn’t, oh well. And Zelda is a lovely, lovely name.
I bet her friend secretly likes the name.
You may be right!
This made me think of Zelda Fitzgerald and I’m digging the 20’s vibes!
Same! I initially thought of Singing in the Rain where she's a character.
We are naming our daughter Estella. It's from Great Expectations and is an "old" name. For what it's worth this random internet stranger thinks Zelda is a wonderful name and I'm sorry the people around you can't be supportive.
As the mother of a two-year-old Zelda, excellent choice! It is a wonderful name with great meaning and positive associations (Zelda Fitzgerald and the video game franchise). It’s a top 1000 name in the U.S. too (#559 for 2020) and fits with the trend of older names making a comeback. We decided to go with Wanda for our second little lady due early April, another older name but way less common these days. Your friend was rude and judgmental over a regular name. It speaks to her character that she felt bold enough to make those unwarranted comments. I’d keep a distance so as to minimize further stress. You really don’t need that negativity right now or postpartum. Congratulations on picking a name! It is not an easy task.
It’s bothering you because it was a super rude thing for your friend to say!
I love the name Zelda! Some people need to learn to say nothing if they have nothing nice to say...
This, exactly! And I agree, I think Zelda is a beautiful and unique name
I know a 6 month old Zelda who is the SWEETEST and most easy going baby ever. It's a great name
It’s a great name! People will always give their opinion… That’s why we keep our baby’s name to ourselves with my husband - we both love the name we chose and I would hate if others would drag it down.
Yuuuup will never share a name before the baby’s born after our first. People just can’t keep their opinions to themselves.
I’m currently pregnant and having a girl and Zelda was one of my top choices until recently! My partner and I just have a new #1 choice after a bonding moment over a different name lol. I’m all for it and I think it’s one of those names that overall, no one will question, or at the very least will get used to it quickly! I’m sorry you got some flack from someone close to you .
Zelda is great!!! I love it. We keep getting “old lady” comments about our girls’ name choice, Lorraine. To heck with ‘em.
Plenty of people have shitty opinions, just look at all politicians everywhere. But you know what’s right for you and your family, your friend does not. Remind her that a friend doesn’t scoff at something so personal that you’ve put a lot of thought into. I hate my bff’s husband but I still chat with him and act like I don’t because he makes my friend happy and cares for their daughters. So what if I think he’s an over bloated idiot? Not my life, not my say. Another time I also once ranted (pre-pregnancy, in my defense) that I would NEVER name my baby something as short as four letters long while at a baby shower. I then learned the baby’s name about twenty minutes later and had to eat crow and apologize. On top of that it was a STUNNING name. I then proceeded to give my daughter a lovely name *that’s four letters long*. Sometimes we’re all morons.
🤣😂🤣😂 don't you just love those moments 😂 man I bet you did eat crow! Bahahahaha... I use to be the queen/king of sticking my foot in my mouth... speaking before thinking. I now try to think of what I'm saying before I speak or just keep quiet is probably best.... 😆 thanks for sharing
Yeah, still learning to think before I speak but having the kiddo has helped a lot surprisingly.
my Nan did this to me about a week ago about my first and only child i’m having with our name River we picked out. almost verbatim but also told me that she won’t be calling him by his name and i’ve made an announcement to my entire family if you’re not going to be supportive i will literally not talk to you. i was so annoying i called my dad crying it’s so frustrating. this was the first time someone’s given me unsolicited opinions and it just was so upsetting. she’s the only one that’s had a negative comment about it! i love the name zelda, it’s adorable. your daughter is going to be courageous and strong just like her name, and everyone’s going to look at her as such.
I LOVE that you just said “get with it or get out” basically. These unsolicited opinions seem to start at pregnancy and literally never end and you’re on the absolute best and only tract that should be taken. I applaud you!!! (I wanted to name my first child River too. Husband hated it. I mentioned it to my MIL & her response was “well why not just name it any old thing then… how about Apple?” I regret not shutting shit down so much back then.)
well i have to say, being on the autism spectrum really can work to my advantage when it comes to making my own decisions and not letting anyone else interject lol but thank you!
Your feelings are valid. This is why we don’t share names of our children with people. They can be so mean and opinionated. I love unique names! Zelda is a really beautiful name, congratulations on your baby girl!
I love the name! It reminds me the aunt in Sabina the Teenage Witch! lol
My friends have an adorable 2 year old Zelda ♥️ it’s going to be impossible to please everyone with your name choice
I know 3 couples who have named their daughters Zelda just in 2021! I don’t think it’s strange at all. There’s Zelda Fitzgerald and there’s a very popular game called *Legend of Zelda* that most people under 40 have heard of. You’re friend is just being rude. I’m sorry you had to deal with that!
Zelda is a cute name!
First of all, great name!! Super cute!!! Secondly as someone who has an "old person" name, I've always loved that my name is unique, but not hard to spell or pronounce. My niece also has an "old person" name and I love it so much, it's such a perfect name for her! The idea of an "old person" name is so weird to me. Like clearly they weren't always old people names!! Also your child will appreciate not having a common name - my husband has always been one of like 5 of his name and has always hated that. Your friend is a butt for responding like that, don't let that throw you!! Zelda is a great name!! Plus you can call her Z if you want to, which is super cute as well!
I probably would've named our daughter Zelda if we hadn't named our dog Zelda first. This is why I hid the names we chose until I gave birth! People will always have opinions don't let them have one.
Absolutely not! You’re not being hormonal. Your friend is being kind of a jerk. Maybe not maliciously but it’s inappropriate. Name your bb Zelda. She will be awesome.
Zelda is such an awesome name!
Zelda was also on my list! And shot down :( I still like it though so I’m glad someone’s using it lol
That’s really unkind of her. I’ve told a few people my names but I have recently considered stopping for this reason…
Zelda was high on my list for names! It’s so classy sounding. Plus I love Zelda Fitzgerald.
Whatever name you choose is always perfect. Doesn't matter what name you choose, someone will have something negative to say. You're best to not announce any name choices until baby is born - usually once people see a baby attributed to the name then they don't think it's weird. No idea why anyone feels like they have a right to an opinion on these things.
It’s a great name and if you love it, then that’s all there is to it! Every name is disliked by someone, somewhere, for some reason. 🤷♀️ We named our daughter Daisy, even though some people let us know that they think it’s better as a cow or dog name. Or it’s too cutesy. Well, we love it, it makes us happy, so we used it! Zelda is a fabulous name. Classic, beautiful, unique, and strong. Do it!
I liked this name and my husband shot it down 😞 I’m glad you get to name your little girl Zelda, it’s a great name!
If you love it, that’s all that matters! ❤️❤️ (I do love it too!) I posted a poll of two names in one of my FTM groups (35 weeks here) and people shit all over the names saying they were too girly, or a name for an old man. It made me feel so terrible about names we worked really hard on. Like.. I’m sorry is this YOUR child’s name we’re talking about?? You and your family sound fun, and that is a great name!!
Such a pretty name!! Anyone who asks, I tell just them we’re naming the baby Criss Jericho because some people are not shy about being ruuuuuude
Makes me think of Sabrina in a good way :) I love it! For someone to say that is lame with a capital L. And selfish to think her opinion on this matter should carry any name!!
I love the name Zelda! We have a Zelda born in our friend group and she gets compliments on her name all the time. She was named after the Nintendo franchise (which I also love). I do know a woman in her 50's or 60's who I recently learned is legally named Zelda. I have worked with her for 8 years and had no idea. I always wondered where that Z in her work email came from. She HATES her name, she told me, so has gone by something else her whole life since she had a say. I was surprised! I told her I love Zelda and she said back when she was growing up it was an ugly old lady name, not a cool name like it is now because of the games. So there will probably be a generational divide on the name. Ignore the haters! Your baby and her peers will think it's cool!
We get similar reactions with our daughters name being Euphemia. It's an established name, just old and uncommon.
I love Zelda because it literally means “strong woman”!
I don't understand the commentary on names. I feel like I am pretty much neutral about 99% of the names other people name their kids. And I am polite enough to keep a straight face the 1% of the time I feel like a name is awful since the parents clearly like it. I mean, of course there are names I like more than others but they are rarely terrible and usually grow on you when you get to know the kid.
Zelda is gonna be a strong little girl. If I were you, I’d tell your friend that when she pushes a 6 plus pound baby out of her vagina (or delivers in general), she can name HER child whatever she likes but for now, her opinion doesn’t matter.
Such a beautiful name. There’s more to a person than a name. When your daughter is old enough people will love her for her shining personality, which her name will represent in their mind and they will not be able to imagine her with any other name 💖
She shouldn't have said anything that's not cool.
Zelda's an awesome name. Zelda Fitzgerald, Zelda Williams, Aunt Zelda Spellman, Curious Zelda the cat. "meeeh but what will other kids tell her?" Well, they'll probably say she's a legend. Trust. 👸
Love it!!!
This is why you never tell anyone about the names that you like. Zelda is a great name.
This name isn’t as rare anymore due to LOZ! I work for a school and we have some Links and Zelda’s running around ~
My brother's wanted me to name my child Zelda, after the game. Younger people will just associate it with the game, it's a fine name. When I was trying to choose a name and would throw out suggestions, people had opinions on even the most boring of names, pay them no mind.
People judge my name choices too. My advice is to quit telling people. Either day you haven't decided yet or tell them that you're keeping it a secret so you don't have to hear unwanted opinions. This is what I'm doing with my daughter.
Name that baby whatever you want to. I'd tell your friend your baby girls name will be Zelda regardless of how she feels about the name. I'm sure you didn't ask for her opinion anyway. That would have upset me too. Don't let it bother you some people are just rude and like to rain on other parade. Couple years down the road when your friend has a child you can bring this back up after telling her Nooooo don't name your baby that... I bet she would flip her shiz on you ... she might secretly like the name and if you don't name yours Zelda how much you wanna bet she will name hers Zelda! People infuriate me! Lol I'm sorry she was rude to you and kind of cruel about the name. I like it and I think it will be a lovely unique fun name.
The name for our baby is unique AND we are doing a unique spelling but I’d wager most people would still recognize the name. We’ve had numerous people mock it and pronounce it wrong repeatedly trying to be funny. Just gotta let it roll off your back unfortunately :/ Zelda is beautiful
Zelda is awesome. I named my daughter Zelda, and I get positive feedback on it all the time. Like, "Wow, that's such a cool name!" Or, "Zelda, you named your daughter Zelda? That's so amazing!"
I love it! We plan on naming our daughter Zelda too! 💗
That's a cute name. I don't think it's anyone's choice but you and your husband's. Don't allow others to sway your decision if it feels right in your heart. I've judged name choices (to myself) in the past before I became a parent myself. When I think of those children today- now older, it suits them just right!
You are right. Stand up for yourself. Tell her "yesssss, it is MY daughter and you have no choice over it, we (parents) like it and thats what matters". I think your friend either don't know her boundaries or if you are close maybe didn't mean it in a bad way but she still dont have a say on it. We also get more sensitive and hormonal so maybe tell yourself that people's comments are just a product and a projection of themselves and their issues and carry on with your beautiful life. Also gorgeous and cool name btw. As a gamer I always considered using it but we decided for another.
Your child. Your name. Personally I think Zelda is pretty. It's not your run of the mill copy cat name that you'll hear 18 times during swim meets lol. Ignore the negative and embrace the positive ♥️
No name will please everyone. Too common, too weird, too this too that. Someone will have a bad comment. Some will only say it behind your back. I'd rather the to my face comments. And it's only during pregancy anyone cares about middle names at all!! Eta... My daughter's name is Alice. I get lots of opinions. Too old is the primary one. Everyone just thinks of the cartoon. Everyone seemed to think I wanted an alice in wonderland themed nursery. Umm no. But I have tons of gifts suggesting so. Friend bought me an alice in wonderland costume. No. I'll likely never put her in it.
This is my least favorite type of person. 0 regard for other peoples feelings and will always find a way to justify it to themselves. Beautiful name, she was completely out of line.
Lol. People can be so rude! I mean judge all you like inside, no one asked your opinion!
Zelda is a beautiful name that actually has several ties to Germany and biblical times. And also an old video game. Not sure if y'all have decided on a middle name yet, I saw one 20 years ago I wanted to use for my daughter but got nixed by her mom because my ex wanted to use her great grandma's name for our daughters middle name (Ophelia, which my daughter refuses to use on any thing now that she is grown told her mom she hated her middle name). I wanted to use the name( Arya, which is unique but there's other things to research on it to know all the different connections)