Leo

[Ruththetooth]

We've been really struggling to think of a boys name that we both like. Then, yesterday I heard someone say Leo and it sounded perfect. Mentioned it to my very fussy husband who also likes it. Unfortunately, his parents have a cat called Leo. Their cats are like children to them. Is this a good enough reason to not choose the name?

[fanoftheinvisibleman]

I honestly don't think I could use the name of a family pet to be honest. It is purely down to how you feel about it though.

[ladymia]

I wouldn't personally.

I also liked the name but it's far too popular now sadly.

[massagegirl]

I love Leo is number 1 on our list. I also like poppy and that's the name of my old cat.

[MogwaiTheGremlin]

Pfb is Leo! Husband chose it, I absolutely love it and have yet to meet another Leo in rl. Totally biased but i say go for it. Going to disappear from this thread now before loads of people come along saying how much they hate the name!

[mummybare]

How about Leon? Similar, but you can't be accused of naming him after the cat.

[Corygal]

Lovely, lovely.

[alphabetspaghetti]

I wouldn't worry about the cat. Your Leo will be around when the cat has been long forgotten by most.

My DS has Leo for a middle name and I often wish it was his first.

[squoosh]

I like the name but would find it odd to give a baby the same name as a pampered and beloved family pet.

[lucywiltshire]

What about Theo - similar to Leo but not a pet name!

[lucywiltshire]

What about Theo - similar to Leo but not a pet name!

[Troubleintmill]

Well that's not quite true Lucy.... Our DS is called Theo, so is our next door neighbours Labrador!!
We knew this when we named him though.

[Littlecherublegs]

I like Leo but the pets name would definitely put me off.

As mentioned, Theo and Leon are both great alternatives.

In my mind similar names include:
Noah
Eli
Max
Owen
Cole
Milo
Lucas
Oscar
Joel

[Jakeyblueblue]

Love it. On my list for any future boys! :)

[takethatlady]

Leo is a great name. Don't really like Leon - I think they're totally different names.

I have the same thing with Lottie (Charlotte full name). I think it's so pretty, but DH's parents have just gone and got a dog called Lottie! I think we're steering clear for that reason, because it's a tricky one and I think DH's family would find it strange. On the other hand, a little baby has a habit of stealing the show, and I'm sure your gorgeous baby Leo could claim the name from the cat with no problems!