Forget Blue Ivy and X Æ A-12: Meet the "Chardawnay" of 2023! Discover the names guaranteed to make your toddler the talk of the alphabet carpet.

Today’s Baby Names are: Farquhar and Trudy

Is the name trending?

Today's baby names are like those quirky vintage jackets you find at a thrift store—too unique to be trending, yet somehow destined to make a comeback. While neither Farquhar nor Trudy has topped any baby name charts recently, who knows? Perhaps your choice will skyrocket them to fame faster than you can say "influencer mom."

Is it primary-school bully safe?

Ah, the

eternal question: is your child’s name bully-proof? While "Farquhar" might have a questionable fate among cheeky classmates, "Trudy" stands a better chance of a harmonious playground experience. But never fear—just tell your little Farquhar to pull the "it's a royal Scottish name" card. That will surely silence any peanut gallery jeers.

3 famous people with this name

• Farquhar: Farquhar McHaggis, the misunderstood bagpiper of Dundee—yes, that one legend!
• Farquhar: Sir Farquhar Plume, the British botanist who categorized mosses no one knew existed.
• Trudy: Trudy Jam, the iconic 80s pop

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History of the name

Farquhar: Originating from good ol' Scotland, this name has been donned by lairds and poets—making it perfect for future leaders or your average aspiring stand-up comedian.

Trudy: A diminutive of Gertrude, Trudy enjoyed a heyday in the mid-20th century. Whether your Trudy opts for poodle skirts or rock band tees, history will have her back.

Meaning of the name

Farquhar: Directly translates to "dear one," or as we'd like to say, "famed for their unparalleled wit in the face of playground shenanigans."

Trudy: Meaning "spear of strength," Trudy assures you that if anyone tries to mess with your little one, they're in for a (metaphorical) poking.

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