Future Father Refuses to Give Twins Matching Names

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A man seeks advice after his wife insists on giving their twin boys matching names. He had a twin sister and matching everything with her was annoying. His wife thinks it's cute and his MIL agrees, but his sister supports him. Who's the a**hole?

Naming twin boys - Should they match or be unique? 🤔

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Naming twins: To match or not to match? 🤔

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Unique names for twins to avoid annoying matching, 🤔👶

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No matchy-matchy names for twins, says future dad 👨‍👧‍👦

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To match or not to match? A family feud ensues 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦🎃

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To match or not to match? Future father refuses

Choosing a name for your child is a big responsibility, but what if you have to choose two names for twins? That's the dilemma this couple is facing, but the problem is not just about finding two perfect names. The wife wants the names to match and the husband is not so sure. As someone who has a twin sister, he knows firsthand how annoying it can be to always match with someone. He believes that his kids should have their own identities and only match on things they both want. The wife thinks it's cute and their MIL is pushing for it. Who's right? The husband's sister is on his side, but what do you think? Share your thoughts in the comments below and let's help this couple decide on the perfect names for their twin boys.

NTA, but die on this hill! Twins should have individual names.

moondoggie1960 | moondoggie1960

NTA stands up for twins' individuality - 'It's not cute' 🚨

Thyumos | Thyumos

Twin experience counts: MIL and sis can't overrule dad. NTA 😊

ParsimoniousSalad | ParsimoniousSalad

Childcare worker defends naming children sensibly. Replies want examples 🤣

TyphoidMary234 | TyphoidMary234

Naming twins similarly can cause mixups in medical history 🏥

W1ldth1ng | W1ldth1ng

The importance of allowing twins to develop their own identity 👥💭

it_was_not_catbags | it_was_not_catbags

Matching names for twins not practical or cool. NTA.

untenable681 | untenable681

Twins with unique names, and one commenter suggests even worse options 😂

wind-river7 | wind-river7

Advice from a twin and a mom-to-be of identical twins 👨🏻👨🏻‍♂️ on treating them as individuals 👥

crt1234 | crt1234

Respect children's individuality. Matching names isn't necessary for twins. 👍

giantbrownguy | giantbrownguy

Compromise on themed names with different sounds for twins. 🎭

PrestachioTree | PrestachioTree

Respect for individuality: A refreshing approach to parenting 👏

NoThxsImJustLookin | NoThxsImJustLookin

Twins compromise on names with coordinating initials, avoiding matchy-matchy disaster 😊

ShutterbugShutter | ShutterbugShutter

Twin shares experience of losing individuality due to matching names and outfits 👏🏻

CreoleQueen81 | CreoleQueen81

Preserving individuality in twins with unique names 🎉

Aggressive_Theme7229 | Aggressive_Theme7229

Don't force matching names on twins, it's not cute 😒

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Establishing individual identities for twins is vital 👍

InkDrinker5 | InkDrinker5

Advice on convincing wife to avoid gimmicky matching names for twins.

Mediocre_Parsnip_467 | Mediocre_Parsnip_467

Being a multiple makes it hard to develop individual identity 🙋

ghostcraft33 | ghostcraft33

Triplet agrees with future father on unique names vs matching names.

GothPenguin | GothPenguin

Creative naming ideas for twins, suggested by commenter. ✌️

henchy234 | henchy234

As a twin, OP explains the negative aspects of matching names. 😕

Aggressive_Mood214 | Aggressive_Mood214

Unique names can help twins establish their individuality later on 👍

nokarmaforkittybear | nokarmaforkittybear

Twin shares the importance of unique names for individuality 👯‍♀️

CaptainKruunch | CaptainKruunch

Insider advice: Don't give twins similar names for legal reasons 💼

KaizokuOni55 | KaizokuOni55

Debating baby names? Compromise with similar initials. 🍼

TheOtter91 | TheOtter91

Breaking the matching name tradition for twins. 👍

Waste-Phase-2857 | Waste-Phase-2857

Twin names: matching or unique? Let them find identity 👭👬

WeldonKidsMom05 | WeldonKidsMom05

Suggests nature-themed compromise for mismatched twin names 🌳

Hehetjenare | Hehetjenare

Being an identical twin, I agree with this NTA comment 👯‍♂️

Hungry-Industry-9817 | Hungry-Industry-9817

Explaining the reason behind unique names for twins 💁‍♀️

LexifromZargon | LexifromZargon

Naming twins differently is important for their individuality, NTA.

Issyswe | Issyswe

A twin warns against giving twins matching names to avoid resentment.

Cheshire1234 | Cheshire1234

Creating individuality for twins with unique names is important 😎

Unusual-Sympathy-205 | Unusual-Sympathy-205

Unique names can be a blessing or a curse 😬

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Stand up for your children's individuality 👍🏼

Accomplished-Cheek59 | Accomplished-Cheek59

Giving twins non-matching names can help them stand out 👯

KiwiAlexP | KiwiAlexP

Consider themed names for twins to compromise on matching names 🎭

Llyndreth | Llyndreth

Unique names for twins can help them differentiate, NTA

Solid_Chemist_3485 | Solid_Chemist_3485

Suggested naming compromise for twins sparks agreement and insight ⭐️

putmeinLMTH | putmeinLMTH

Embrace individuality. Coordinating names can be cute without being matchy.

Alldone19 | Alldone19

Fraternal twin warns future parents against giving twins matching names

jackfishkim | jackfishkim

Twin speaks from experience, advises against non-matching names. 😔

mke-lu | mke-lu

Unique names for unique individuals 😎

DrMindbendersMonocle | DrMindbendersMonocle

NTA, twins should have separate identities for healthy development. 👍

telepathicathena | telepathicathena

Stand your ground! NTA. Matching names aren't cute forever 😒

Alert_Sorbet4016 | Alert_Sorbet4016

Unique names empower children's sense of self. NTA 👍

Whenthelightpoursin | Whenthelightpoursin

Why giving twins matching names is not a good idea 😬

Murka-Lurka | Murka-Lurka

Give twins their own identity, not matching names! 👶👶

jamwarn | jamwarn

Individuality matters, NTA for not matching twin names 🙌

ransdell49 | ransdell49

Future father receives naming advice for twins, avoids bullying potential 🤔

satantha | satantha

Matching names for twins can be annoying, NTA for refusing 👍

Darkingnight | Darkingnight

Compromise on matching middle names for non-identical twins. 👍

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Unique names for twins: NTA comment gets it right 👍

Gogo726 | Gogo726

Avoiding twin resentment with unique names. 🙅‍♂️👥

Raffles2020 | Raffles2020

Identity matters more than matching names for twins. 🤝

DontNeedThePoints | DontNeedThePoints