Can you name your kid whatever you want?

In spite of these famous names, you can't actually name your child anything you want—at least in the United States. Although the right to choose your child's name is protected by the Due Process Clause of the Fourteenth Amendment, most states do have some restrictions in place that might surprise you.

What names are forbidden?

Can you call your child anything?

But in almost all cases, so long as the name isn't fraudulent, you can call your baby whatever you want. The very few banned names in the UK include Martian, Monkey and Akuma, meaning devil, according to MomJunction.

Can I name my kid Jesus?

Some people wonder whether they can name their child a number or a trademark, or emoji. Although there are certain states with no naming laws at all —such as Kentucky— in most states, these names would be prohibited. Here are some examples of illegal names in the United States: Jesus Christ.

Can you name your child Nutella?

According to a report from the French daily La Voix du Nord (translated by Time), the court's decision notes that "the name 'Nutella' given to the child is the trade name of a spread" and that "it is contrary to the child's interest to be wearing a name like that can only lead to teasing or disparaging thoughts.”

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What is the longest name in the world?

The longest personal name is 747 characters long, and belongs to Hubert Blaine Wolfeschlegelsteinhausenbergerdorff Sr. (b. 4 August 1914, Germany) who passed away on 24 October 1997, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania USA, as verified on 1 January 2021.

Are there banned baby names?

What names are illegal in the US?

Can you name your child a swear word?

Derogatory or obscene names are banned in California. Only the 26 characters of the English alphabet are allowed, which rules out umlauts and others.

Can you name your child Batman?

Your child will never be Batman, so don't attempt it. It would be acceptable to give a child the name Bruce Wayne, but "Batman" is just sending that young boy down a terrible path.

Can I name my child king?

Illegal in the United States

But in many other countries, title names—including Duke, Prince, King, and Queen—are banned.

Is the name Adolf still used?

Adolf was a widespread name in German-speaking countries until it became infamous through the Nazi dictator. After Hitler took power in 1933, the name briefly spiked, but became very unpopular after 1942. From 1951 onwards, the name was barely used anymore.

What names are illegal in UK?

Can I name my kid Shrek?

This famous name cannot be used in the United States to honor your child. It is protected by the Due Process Clause of the Fourteenth Amendment, but there are some restrictions in most states that are no surprise.

What are the weirdest names?

What happens if you don't name your child?

Failure to get prior approval for an unlisted name will usually result in some sort of fine and either the state rejecting the name submission outright or if it slips through, the child's name may be forcibly changed later.

Can you name your child Thor?

Non-Portuguese names are also banned in the country, with Thor, Nirvana and Paris all in the pages of an 82-page list of forbidden monikers.

How long can a baby go without a name?

“Usually, for a vaginal delivery, you may have 24 to 48 hours to name your baby before the mom is discharged home. If you have a C-section, you may have up to 72 hours to name your baby prior to being discharged home." But yes, it is possible to leave the hospital without a name.

What names mean death?

Is Hermione an illegal name?

Hermione isn't the only name from the Harry Potter franchise that has made it to the banned list. The state is going to be a little less magical, as Sonora has also forbidden parents from naming their little ones after Harry Potter himself.

What are the weirdest celebrity baby names?

Who has 1000 letters in their name?

HOUSTON - CoSandra Williams says she spent years planning her daughter's name. It may take that long before the girl can say it. The 6-year-old girl has more than 1,000 letters in her first name - and a spot in the Guinness Book of World Records.