Living Danishly with Helen Russell

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Why you won't meet a Dane called Shrek but being called Duncan in Iceland may be a challenge - Nordic naming rules and conventions uncovered

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Nov 07, 2023
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One of my oldest friends is having a baby. Deck the halls! She’s currently grappling with the dilemma of ‘what on earth to call a miniature human so they can be a CEO or a professional clown should they choose?’ With infinite options, making a decision can be tough. In the US, there’s even a baby name ‘consultant’ who can find you a name that fits your …

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