In the race for originality, some parents compete in inventiveness to offer their children names that are as unique as they are unexpected. McFlurry, for example, owes its name to an unexpected birth in the parking lot of a fast-food restaurant, in the middle of a snowstorm. Likewise, Périphérique recalls the birth on a Parisian boulevard, while Pheart made many people react internet users stunned.
The influences are multiple: in Chile, fervent supporters of the France team named their son Griezmann Mbappéwhile in the United States, twins have the names Soupline and Cajoline, inspired by the well-known softeners. Often controversial, these first names remind us that parental creativity has definitely not no limits. Proof of this is the first name chosen by this young mother for her son.
An original first name which sparked controversy on the Web
In search of a unique first name for his future son, the witness of the day sparked a wave of reactions online, with some even predicting that his choice could cost him his life.affection of one’s child. By publishing her list of unusual first names, she hoped to gather opinions, but certainly did not expect the harsh criticism which followed. Suggestions included names such as Ender, King, Tekklin, and the infamous Rager, which immediately attracted attention.
In Scotland, the word “rager” has a slang connotation, directly evoking erection. Internet users, amused and shocked, were quick to point out this embarrassing detail, explaining that this first name could well mark forever the boy’s life, for better or for worse. One of them quipped: “If you name your baby Rager, he has every right and every reason to make your life hell for the next 30 years.” Others shared a less humorous opinion, pleading with the mother-to-be to review his choice, as reported The Sun.
photo credit: Shutterstock A name for this baby that was not unanimously accepted
Simplified procedures for changing your first name
Some names, like Khalil et Lucianhave found a little more favor with commentators, but others, such as Princeton and Rager, have crystallized the criticism. An Internet user added: “Princeton, it’s okay, but we have to GET Rager out of here.” Another commenter, without mincing words, added: “He will probably hate you Also. That’s how it is.”
Every year, in France, a number of people embark on the process of change their first name or their name. Change requests are made at the town hall, whether for the first or last name. The process, completely free, requires going to the town hall of birth or residence. For the first name, the documents are delivered by hand and for the last name, they can be sent by mail. As a reminder, the 2017 circular simplified the change of first name, while the Vignal law, in force since July 2022, did the same for the last name.
Changing your first name: a path marked out by solid justifications
It is not enough to want a different first name for the request to be accepted: legitimate interest is required. As explained to West France Amandine Compaoré, head of the administrative and civic life department of Quimper, “changes for personal convenience are not accepted”. In general, requests come from people who use a first name different from that recorded on their birth certificate, a reason which sometimes represents the majority of requests.
photo credit: Shutterstock A very specific procedure for changing your first name in France
To justify the use of a different first name, applicants must provide civil status documentsstatements from loved ones, or old cards. In addition to changes for first names in use, patterns like “francization” or the removal of an embarrassing first name are among the reasons given. Since 2019, requests related to transidentity multiply. When the legitimate interest is not retained, the request is sent to the prosecutorand if he objects, a family court judge can be contacted.
