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We want to name our child after his uncle…and we really like his name.?

My husbands older brother has been wonderful uncle to our children. Always flew out to see them and never missed their birthdays. Unfortunately he and his wife have been trying for awhile to have a baby but so far without success. I was wondering if it would be strange to name our new baby after him. We love his name too…would it make them feel sad?
Plus, what if they have a baby and want to name him after the father.
what you all think?
see, we already picked the middle name for the baby – after our beloved grandfather (but his name is somewhat dated and is better of being in the middle)… the uncle’s name is classic and two together sounds great!

I think your idea to name your baby after your brother in law is a wonderful thing. You are very open and caring. I agree with the others though who suggest that he might feel awkward or hurt if you named your son this, especially if his wife later on ends up giving birth to a son. Asking him how he feels about it is great- but again, could be awkward. Perhaps you could consider his name as a middle name for your child. That way your child has its own identity and you still are able to honor your brother-in-law with out getting in the way of any jr.’s later on.