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For soon-to-be and new parents, deciding on a name for their baby can be a daunting task. While some say there are simply too many to choose from, others go on about always having second thoughts. But there is a whole other category of people that feel this overwhelming urge to come up with something so original, they miss by a long shot.

We’re talking about moms and dads who think of terrible names that doom their kids to a lifetime of questions and eyebrow-raising. Luckily, there's a Facebook group called "That name is a Tragedeigh 2.0" that's dedicated to calling them out. From Ayrwynn and Behryx to basically anything that ends with -eigh, it seems there’s no shortage of awful names that are almost begging to be shamed.

Zane Mauldon-Green, the admin of this group, told Bored Panda parents "get caught up in words they like or think sound pretty without actually considering that their child will one day grow up and have to deal with the bullying or other consequences of having a tragic name could have." Read on for the whole interview!

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Cain An Abel

Cain An Abel

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My Cousin Y'all

My Cousin Y'all

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The admin told us that while he's not the founder of the group, he joined shortly after. "I’ve since taken over running the group as the original creator has two young kids and is very busy with all the tasks that come with being a mum."

However, Zane revealed that the idea for this group came from seeing some shockingly bad and uniquely spelled names. "There was also a similar group, but [it] allowed people to roast names belonging to various cultures around the world," he added. "We didn’t think that was right, so 2.0 was created as the culture-friendly alternative. In the end, though, it was inspired as a way to just laugh at insanely unique spellings of names."

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#5

Nirvana

Nirvana

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#6

When Life Hands You Lemons

When Life Hands You Lemons

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Ever since its creation in 2020, "That name is a Tragedeigh 2.0" has been steadily growing and amassing more than 49.3K devoted fans ready to knock some sense into people. Zane said the community is awesome: "Our members work really well together to create a healthy respect for all the cultures."

"The members are so active that we are actually constantly being summoned to review posts and keyword alerts. We have even lovingly referred to the group as essentially a full-time job at times," he noted. "I myself take full advantage of that level of engagement by the occasional fictitious name post for everyone’s amusement."

#7

D**k Tips Seems Pretty Tragic To Me

D**k Tips Seems Pretty Tragic To Me

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#9

Why Do People With A First Name As A Last Name, Name Their Kid The Same Name?

Why Do People With A First Name As A Last Name, Name Their Kid The Same Name?

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When asked what are some of the most appalling names out there, he told us, "I think any name that is deliberately spelled incorrectly for the purpose of being unique are some of the worst names, e.g Emma-leigh instead of Emily. However, two of the worst I have seen are Knoxxli Blayze and Addilyn. Mainly just because they aren’t names, just weird mashups of other words or something worse."

Some say that baby names are a genuine way to express parents' deepest hopes for their children. Well, then we'll just have to guess what’s in line for these folks. If you're shaking your head from confusion, thinking what on earth was on these parents' minds, you're definitely not the only one. After all, giving your child an eccentric name can potentially make it harder for them to grow and socialize with ease.

"Having a 'unique' name or as we call them 'tragic names' can definitely have an impact on a child growing up. Whether that be kids constantly making fun of their name or the child having to relentlessly correct people's pronunciation or spell their name for them," Zane added.

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I Was Exposed To This, So Now You Have To See It Too

I Was Exposed To This, So Now You Have To See It Too

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The admin of the group said these "tragic names" are often a huge source of embarrassment that might lead to many of these kids resenting their names. "I’ve also heard stories where people weren’t able to do things like food orders over the phone because the store believed it was a hoax name," he said. "Please let your children be unique themselves, they don’t need a poorly chosen name to do that for them."

Zane admitted he honestly believes parents don’t put too much thought into whether it’s a good name for a person and just focus on what they like. "It’s quite a selfish view but it seems to be very common that parents don’t really consider their child’s future in regards to their name."

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#14

I Think We Can All Agree This Is An Animal Tragedeigh

I Think We Can All Agree This Is An Animal Tragedeigh

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It seems that picking an extremely rare name is not an ideal way to go about it, and someone should put a stop to such decisions before it's too late. "Family and friends that get told the name in advance should at least try to convince them to have a sense of normality and give their children something they won’t get bullied for."

#16

My Best Friend Just Had Her Baby And Named Her Daughter Mazikeen Aurora

My Best Friend Just Had Her Baby And Named Her Daughter Mazikeen Aurora

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#17

Anyone Else See Blood Spatter? Lol

Anyone Else See Blood Spatter? Lol

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#18

I Know Of A Boy Named Brain; Pronounced Brian

I Know Of A Boy Named Brain; Pronounced Brian

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An eccentric name can attract unwanted attention. Moreover, it usually comes together with a whole lot of problems moms and dads might not have thought about. So Zane noted that while it may seem like a lovely idea to give your child a name that sets them apart from the rest, you should still think twice.

"You need to keep in mind that Knoxxli Blaze, for example, is not going to be taken as seriously as someone called Jennifer or Breeanna or any other normal name." The same rule applies to all unique names: "Forcing your child to forever correct people's spelling and pronunciation is not sweet, it’s cruel."

#19

Came Across A Fun One Today. A Girl Named Kevin’a

Came Across A Fun One Today. A Girl Named Kevin’a

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#20

So, Not Shart For Short?

So, Not Shart For Short?

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Waukegan

Waukegan

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Whether you would like to learn about different cultures or have some tragic name stories you’d like to share, "then absolutely come join us and tell us about them! Just make sure to read the group rules to avoid members of the community’s wrath," Zane concluded.

#22

Just... Why? They Live In Texas But Still

Just... Why? They Live In Texas But Still

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#23

Found In Another Group

Found In Another Group

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#25

She’s A Public/Instagram Person

She’s A Public/Instagram Person

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#26

Another Twin Group Find

Another Twin Group Find

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#27

Copper And Steel

Copper And Steel

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#28

Ezraleigh

Ezraleigh

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#29

It’s A Girl I’ve Known For Years Who’s Been Calling Him “Baby R” Til Now

It’s A Girl I’ve Known For Years Who’s Been Calling Him “Baby R” Til Now

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#30

My Due Date Group. She Turned Off Comments

My Due Date Group. She Turned Off Comments

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#32

Anastaigaha

Anastaigaha

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#33

Galvesten

Galvesten

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#35

So We Are Still Deciding On A Boy Name..

So We Are Still Deciding On A Boy Name..

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#36

Dudley

Dudley

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#37

When You Want To Show Your Passion For Music But Uniquely

When You Want To Show Your Passion For Music But Uniquely

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#38

I Have No Idea When This Was A Target Ad On My Instagram But These Names..truly Tragique

I Have No Idea When This Was A Target Ad On My Instagram But These Names..truly Tragique

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#40

I’m Struggling With The Pronunciation Of Phaeylynn

I’m Struggling With The Pronunciation Of Phaeylynn

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ᴀʟᴇxᴏᴛʟ_ᴛʜᴇɢʀᴇᴀᴛ
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

let me pronounce: phailinsjdndjrnfhskcjxdddjenjndjnidnudninxundeuehduebeubruxbrfhyc nope i’m having another stroke f**k

Chinmayee Kalghatgi
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I’ll call the ambulance. Hello somebody has a stroke please call doctor reutarun453uigby55uijrc. Oh wait, even i have a stroke

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Board Pan, duh.
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Forever doomed to have to spell out their name.... I don't know why people do that :/

Amy Taylor
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

For real...My husband is a Bryan and he's constantly spelling his name for people. When we got our escrow papers it was spelled Brian and they had to completely re-draft them. UGH

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Marvelous Rex
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

It was perfect timing that I just coughed up what this name looks like....Phlegm-lynn

Nikole
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I hate these people. It's not even funny anymore to me.

ThePanInPanda
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Seems like that mom is phaeylynn to come up with good name ideas.

Lisa Tetlow
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

These parents need to stop trying to be original. It's borderline child abuse.

AlanandLeila Hoyt
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2 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Phelan is the correct spelling-it’s uncommon enough…they don’t need to do this

Meg220
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2 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Looks like a name you'd get if you randomly pressed really fast on the the keyboard

Helen Johnston
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

these children will forever be having to tell everybody how to spell and pronounce their names

Johnny Hicks
Community Member
2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Phaeylynn, as in naming your child something so ridiculous should be a phucking phaeylinn-y

Diane Knight
Community Member
2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Looked it up, Faylynn means "Fair and graceful" of Irish origin.

Dave van Es
Community Member
2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I think it's pronounced as feeling. Maybe she was Phaeylynn the vibe

Ashley Bonner
Community Member
2 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I know it's pronounced Fay-lin but on paper it looks like something I cough up when sick.

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#41

Let Them Never Forget

Let Them Never Forget

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#42

Renesamayliana

Renesamayliana

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#43

I See Your D**k Tips And Raise You A D**k Cannon

I See Your D**k Tips And Raise You A D**k Cannon

Ivy Liner Report

#44

I’m Due In October, This Poll Is In An October Moms Group

I’m Due In October, This Poll Is In An October Moms Group

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#47

I Just Had To Share This W You Guys. The Commenter Has To Be A Troll

I Just Had To Share This W You Guys. The Commenter Has To Be A Troll

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#50

What’s A Pryiim?

What’s A Pryiim?

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#51

I Knew Nicholas Cage Was Eccentric But… I Actually Don’t Know Which One I Hate More

I Knew Nicholas Cage Was Eccentric But… I Actually Don’t Know Which One I Hate More

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#53

Just Came Across This Names List

Just Came Across This Names List

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#54

“Rhiannason”, Girl Why

“Rhiannason”, Girl Why

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#55

Starniliya

Starniliya

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#56

I Just Cut A Child's Hair Whose Name Was Amaranth

I Just Cut A Child's Hair Whose Name Was Amaranth

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#57

Heaven-Leigh

Heaven-Leigh

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#58

Update On My Friend Who Wanted To Name Her Child Canvas Or Gotham

Update On My Friend Who Wanted To Name Her Child Canvas Or Gotham

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#59

Guilty Pleasure Name Incoming

Guilty Pleasure Name Incoming

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#60

Enchanted Boy Names

Enchanted Boy Names

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#61

My Brother Has Three Girls And A Boy

My Brother Has Three Girls And A Boy

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#62

Found In My Due Date Group

Found In My Due Date Group

Sarah Gutting Castro Report

#63

What Do We Think Of Velvet Jean & Birdie Moon?

What Do We Think Of Velvet Jean & Birdie Moon?

David Pavlas Report

#64

Her Other Baby Is Named Oaklynn

Her Other Baby Is Named Oaklynn

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#65

Alternate Spellings For Girl Names

Alternate Spellings For Girl Names

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#66

Guys I Finally Found Some In The Wild Holy S**t … Kalani Is Okay But Brayzen Jo-Cash???

Guys I Finally Found Some In The Wild Holy S**t … Kalani Is Okay But Brayzen Jo-Cash???

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#68

Jw If Any Other Girls Have Had Similar Experiences With A Unisex/Masculine Typical Name. Here's Mine!

Jw If Any Other Girls Have Had Similar Experiences With A Unisex/Masculine Typical Name. Here's Mine!

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#69

I Googled This Name Extensively And Cannot Find Any Cultural Anything For It. I’m Pretty Sure This Is A Fake Tinder Profile Too

I Googled This Name Extensively And Cannot Find Any Cultural Anything For It. I’m Pretty Sure This Is A Fake Tinder Profile Too

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#70

Matthelynn

Matthelynn

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#72

This Seemed Interesting

This Seemed Interesting

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#73

I Gave Up Facebook For Lent But The Lord Is Testing Me With Some Of The Names I've Been Seeing Out In The Wild Lately And I Did Not Study

I Gave Up Facebook For Lent But The Lord Is Testing Me With Some Of The Names I've Been Seeing Out In The Wild Lately And I Did Not Study

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#74

Pronounced Oak-Lye (At Least It Should Be)

Pronounced Oak-Lye (At Least It Should Be)

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#75

Even My Local Paper Is On On It. These Names Are A Tragedeigh... Please Don't

Even My Local Paper Is On On It. These Names Are A Tragedeigh... Please Don't

Annaoj Wright Report

#77

I Mean I Love Harry Potter But Why Not Just Oliver?

I Mean I Love Harry Potter But Why Not Just Oliver?

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#78

The Class List For My Little Cousin. Most Of These Are Normal But Wtf Is Up With Ahlevyr And Oakleighia. And Yes Apparently That First One Is Supposed To Be Oliver. For The Record My Cousin Is Ethan So No Tragedeigh There

The Class List For My Little Cousin. Most Of These Are Normal But Wtf Is Up With Ahlevyr And Oakleighia. And Yes Apparently That First One Is Supposed To Be Oliver. For The Record My Cousin Is Ethan So No Tragedeigh There

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#80

From A Group I'm In, That Was An Awesome Group Until, Someone Asked For Help In Making Her New Daughter. Needless To Say, I'm No Longer In This Group

From A Group I'm In, That Was An Awesome Group Until, Someone Asked For Help In Making Her New Daughter. Needless To Say, I'm No Longer In This Group

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Kiplingfor

Kiplingfor

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#82

Personalized This Is Us Sign

Personalized This Is Us Sign

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#85

Amazing Cake Work And A New “-Den” To Add To The List

Amazing Cake Work And A New “-Den” To Add To The List

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#86

Some Nice Names, Some Tragedeighs. But I Feel Like Danyol Is Up There

Some Nice Names, Some Tragedeighs. But I Feel Like Danyol Is Up There

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#87

Silo Is The One That Got Me

Silo Is The One That Got Me

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Hyphenated Names

Hyphenated Names

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#89

I’ve Been Googling This And Can’t Find Anything And It’s Bugging Me. Is ‘Palaige’ An Actual Name?

I’ve Been Googling This And Can’t Find Anything And It’s Bugging Me. Is ‘Palaige’ An Actual Name?

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#90

Tru’lei…. An Interesting Name

Tru’lei…. An Interesting Name

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#91

Demir Kaplan

Demir Kaplan

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#92

Are The Names Precious And Heavenly A Tragedeigh?

Are The Names Precious And Heavenly A Tragedeigh?

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#93

Karleigh

Karleigh

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#95

This Is A First Name Of A Client I Had Afew Years Ago

This Is A First Name Of A Client I Had Afew Years Ago

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#97

Why Does Every Name Need “Leigh” Added To The End Edit To Add: Where I Live, It’s Kaylie Or Kailey. Legit Never Seen “Leigh” Added To The End!

Why Does Every Name Need “Leigh” Added To The End Edit To Add: Where I Live, It’s Kaylie Or Kailey. Legit Never Seen “Leigh” Added To The End!

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#98

Vernon

Vernon

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