Surprising baby names that are BANNED around the world
When you're expecting a little one, one of the most exciting parts is choosing the perfect name.
While some choices might raise a few eyebrows, most are usually pretty standard.
But some baby names have been seen as so controversial they've been banned in certain countries, according to experts from language learning marketplace Preply.
For several – such as the name 'Brfxxccxxmnpcccclllmmnprxvclmnckssqlbb11116' – it's relatively obvious why.
But some don't seem too bad – for example Fraise or Lord.
And in one country, even the name Linda has been forbidden.
Linda is a common name here in the UK, but in Saudi Arabia it's off the cards.
In France, meanwhile, the name Fraise has been banned.
Meaning 'strawberry' in French, it may seem like a sweet, innocent baby name. But its slang connotations have led to it being forbidden.
The common French phrase 'ramène ta fraise' loosely translates to 'get your butt over here' and, because of this crude association, authorities deemed It problematic.
Authorities in France have also banned the name Nutella due to the risk of humiliation.
Further north, in Sweden, the name Metallica isn't allowed.
The metal band has millions of die-hard fans across the globe and, in 2007, one couple took their devotion to the next level.
The Swedish government rejected the pair's request to name their daughter Metallica, citing that it was inappropriate due to trademark concerns and potential confusion.
All hope is not lost for Swedish metal-lovers, however, as names like Mayhem, Gojira, and Opeth are all above board.
A separate Swedish couple incurred a fine for failing to register a name for their child before their fifth birthday.
In protest they chose 'Brfxxccxxmnpcccclllmmnprxvclmnckssqlbb11116', supposedly pronounced 'Albin'.
The name was swiftly rejected by Swedish authorities in 1996 and has been on the no-go list ever since.
Here in the UK, the word 'rogue' might make you think of a charming rule-breaker or even a superhero.
But, as a baby name, it's off-limits.
British registrars previously rejected it on the grounds that it suggests unlawful or dangerous behaviour, which is an association they felt was inappropriate for a child's first impression.
The name 'Cyanide' is also banned here, because a court determined it would likely cause significant emotional harm to the child and it was unacceptable to name a child after a 'notorious poison'.
Over in Australia, both the name LOL and the name Spinach aren't allowed.
While naming your child after a leafy green might sound unique and health-conscious, it was blocked on the grounds it could cause ridicule.
The name LOL – short for 'laugh out loud' – was ruled out by authorities who said it could undermine the seriousness of legal documents and lead to identification issues.
Nearby, in New Zealand, officials had to step in to prevent parents naming their twins 'Fish and Chips' out of concern it could lead to taunting from their peers. Daily mail
When you're expecting a little one, one of the most exciting parts is choosing the perfect name.
While some choices might raise a few eyebrows, most are usually pretty standard.
But some baby names have been seen as so controversial they've been banned in certain countries, according to experts from language learning marketplace Preply.
For several – such as the name 'Brfxxccxxmnpcccclllmmnprxvclmnckssqlbb11116' – it's relatively obvious why.
But some don't seem too bad – for example Fraise or Lord.
And in one country, even the name Linda has been forbidden.
Linda is a common name here in the UK, but in Saudi Arabia it's off the cards.
In France, meanwhile, the name Fraise has been banned.
Meaning 'strawberry' in French, it may seem like a sweet, innocent baby name. But its slang connotations have led to it being forbidden.
The common French phrase 'ramène ta fraise' loosely translates to 'get your butt over here' and, because of this crude association, authorities deemed It problematic.
Authorities in France have also banned the name Nutella due to the risk of humiliation.
Further north, in Sweden, the name Metallica isn't allowed.
The metal band has millions of die-hard fans across the globe and, in 2007, one couple took their devotion to the next level.
The Swedish government rejected the pair's request to name their daughter Metallica, citing that it was inappropriate due to trademark concerns and potential confusion.
All hope is not lost for Swedish metal-lovers, however, as names like Mayhem, Gojira, and Opeth are all above board.
A separate Swedish couple incurred a fine for failing to register a name for their child before their fifth birthday.
In protest they chose 'Brfxxccxxmnpcccclllmmnprxvclmnckssqlbb11116', supposedly pronounced 'Albin'.
The name was swiftly rejected by Swedish authorities in 1996 and has been on the no-go list ever since.
Here in the UK, the word 'rogue' might make you think of a charming rule-breaker or even a superhero.
But, as a baby name, it's off-limits.
British registrars previously rejected it on the grounds that it suggests unlawful or dangerous behaviour, which is an association they felt was inappropriate for a child's first impression.
The name 'Cyanide' is also banned here, because a court determined it would likely cause significant emotional harm to the child and it was unacceptable to name a child after a 'notorious poison'.
Over in Australia, both the name LOL and the name Spinach aren't allowed.
While naming your child after a leafy green might sound unique and health-conscious, it was blocked on the grounds it could cause ridicule.
The name LOL – short for 'laugh out loud' – was ruled out by authorities who said it could undermine the seriousness of legal documents and lead to identification issues.
Nearby, in New Zealand, officials had to step in to prevent parents naming their twins 'Fish and Chips' out of concern it could lead to taunting from their peers. Daily mail
When you're expecting a little one, one of the most exciting parts is choosing the perfect name.
While some choices might raise a few eyebrows, most are usually pretty standard.
But some baby names have been seen as so controversial they've been banned in certain countries, according to experts from language learning marketplace Preply.
For several – such as the name 'Brfxxccxxmnpcccclllmmnprxvclmnckssqlbb11116' – it's relatively obvious why.
But some don't seem too bad – for example Fraise or Lord.
And in one country, even the name Linda has been forbidden.
Linda is a common name here in the UK, but in Saudi Arabia it's off the cards.
In France, meanwhile, the name Fraise has been banned.
Meaning 'strawberry' in French, it may seem like a sweet, innocent baby name. But its slang connotations have led to it being forbidden.
The common French phrase 'ramène ta fraise' loosely translates to 'get your butt over here' and, because of this crude association, authorities deemed It problematic.
Authorities in France have also banned the name Nutella due to the risk of humiliation.
Further north, in Sweden, the name Metallica isn't allowed.
The metal band has millions of die-hard fans across the globe and, in 2007, one couple took their devotion to the next level.
The Swedish government rejected the pair's request to name their daughter Metallica, citing that it was inappropriate due to trademark concerns and potential confusion.
All hope is not lost for Swedish metal-lovers, however, as names like Mayhem, Gojira, and Opeth are all above board.
A separate Swedish couple incurred a fine for failing to register a name for their child before their fifth birthday.
In protest they chose 'Brfxxccxxmnpcccclllmmnprxvclmnckssqlbb11116', supposedly pronounced 'Albin'.
The name was swiftly rejected by Swedish authorities in 1996 and has been on the no-go list ever since.
Here in the UK, the word 'rogue' might make you think of a charming rule-breaker or even a superhero.
But, as a baby name, it's off-limits.
British registrars previously rejected it on the grounds that it suggests unlawful or dangerous behaviour, which is an association they felt was inappropriate for a child's first impression.
The name 'Cyanide' is also banned here, because a court determined it would likely cause significant emotional harm to the child and it was unacceptable to name a child after a 'notorious poison'.
Over in Australia, both the name LOL and the name Spinach aren't allowed.
While naming your child after a leafy green might sound unique and health-conscious, it was blocked on the grounds it could cause ridicule.
The name LOL – short for 'laugh out loud' – was ruled out by authorities who said it could undermine the seriousness of legal documents and lead to identification issues.
Nearby, in New Zealand, officials had to step in to prevent parents naming their twins 'Fish and Chips' out of concern it could lead to taunting from their peers. Daily mail
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Surprising baby names that are BANNED around the world
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