Kate and her husband are expecting their third child soon, a brother or sister for Isla Jane and Edward George "Teddy".
They have sorted girls names -- the gorgeous Rosalind "Rosie" or Flora -- but boys names are proving difficult.
Her List:
Thomas
Rory
David
His List:
Finn
Harry
Harris
Names they like but can't use:
Patrick
Isaac
Eli
William
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Gosh, I love Isla and Edward "Teddy" together! And, I have to say, I think you have two fabulous choices in Rosalind and Flora. From your current sibset and lists, I'm getting an adorably vintage turn-of-the-century Scottish sibset vibe, the kind I see on the 1901 and 1911 census all the time. Traditional and homely but with an interesting twist.
Lewis – Harris brings my mind straight to Lewis, the partner island of the Isle of Harris. Lewis has heaps of history, not only as the name of a Scottish island (from the Scottish leogagh "marshy") but also the English form of Louis (from Ludwig "famous in battle") which has been in good use since the Middle Ages. At one time, Louis and Lewis were interchangeable in Britain, being pronounced the same which is why Frederick Louis, prince of Wales, was sometimes contemporarily written as Frederick Lewis.
Hugo – Friendly Hugo is the Latinate form of solid Hugh, in use since the middle ages, and deriving from the Old Germanic hugu "heart." Its a sweet old-timer with a stylishly modern sound.
Felix – Dapper Felix with its adorably happy meaning is an Edwardian gentleman with the stylish x ending.
Douglas – Medieval Douglas takes its name from a Scottish river. Douglas is smooth and urbane, while nickname Doug is friendly and solid. Dougie for a boy is incredibly sweet.
Oscar – Gaelic Oscar brings to mind ancient Irish legends and witty playwright Wilde.
Flynn – He likes Finn, but it just isn't hitting the spot for you. Perhaps equally Gaelic Flynn is the perfect compromise. Alternatively, how about using Finn as a nickname for Finlay, Finnian or Phineas.
Lachlan – Like Isla, dashing Lachlan has a distinctly traditional Scottish flavour yet is still modern in feel and high accessible internationally. In a similar vein is that other famous -lan name, Declan.
Arthur – Ancient Arthur, is one of Britain's greatest legendary heroes. The name is both heroic and sweetly vintage at the same time. With its connection to bears, there is a subtle link between Edward (Teddy) and Arthur (Bear).
Alistair – This stylish Highland form of heroic Alexander has lasted well throughout the ages. Alastair and Alasdair are closer to the original Scots.
Hector – As ancient a hero as David with Harry's happy H, Hector is an underated Greek staple, which flourished in medieval Scotland.
Roderick – Sharing Patrick's ending, Roderick is an Old Germanic name (meaning 'famous + wealthy') which caught on medieval Wales and Scotland. Rory would make a great nickname.
Rufus – Shabby aristocrat Rufus harkens back to the 11th century, when it was adopted for William the Conqueror's son (later King William II). It's stylish and accessible yet remarkably uncommon. Similarly stuffy-and-stylish Rupert is another great choice to consider.
Angus – Of a similar sound and style is ancient friendly Angus, borne by kings and the Irish god of youth and poetry. Gus makes for a great solid and homely nickname.
Magnus – Another great way of getting to Gus is mighty Magnus, hailing from ancient Rome via Viking kings and from there on to Scotland. Mac also makes for a sleek and easy nickname.
Maxwell/Malcolm – Another route to Mac, or Max, is urbane Scottish surname Maxwell or kingly Malcolm.
Wilfred – Delightfully homely Wilfred, the hero of Ivanhoe, is an Old English name just like Edward.
Rex – Kingly Rex has all the same ingredients as popular Max yet little of its usage. A fashionable yet underused gem.
Gregor – The Scottish form of Gregory is sleeker and edgier than its English counterpart, especially with Grey as a nickname.
Lorcan – Irish Lorcan, borne by kings and saints, is an under-the-radar Celtic gem that is easy to spell and pronounce.
I hope this has been of use. Please keep us updated.
