‘Tragedeigh’: 50 Painfully Bad Names Parents Decided Were Perfect For Their Offspring (New Pics)

It’s funny how sometimes you misspell a word and it takes on a whole new meaning. Or name a child so uniquely that it turns out to be a ‘Tragedeigh’. We know naming a child is a tough task and parents usually want it to be one-of-a-kind, but it should be done responsibly.There is a subreddit called the same name, ‘r/tragedeigh’, and it is full of names that have been misspelled, or made up for the sake of appearing distinctive. We’ve compiled our favorite names from the subreddit, so grab a snack and let’s get scrolling!This post may includeaffiliate links.

There is a subreddit called the same name, ‘r/tragedeigh’, and it is full of names that have been misspelled, or made up for the sake of appearing distinctive. We’ve compiled our favorite names from the subreddit, so grab a snack and let’s get scrolling!

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MoonPie Twitter exchange humorously addressing name spelling with user Captain Kaela.

Text exchange with humorous alternate spellings of common names, highlighting the use of “Tragedeigh” concepts.

Tweet showing humorous story about a girlfriend named “Cinnamon with an S,” highlighting a unique name situation.

Social media post humorously discussing painfully bad baby names like McKeinsleigh and Kitchenaid Whiskey Jones.

Social media post discussing middle names for Crimsyn, with a comment suggesting Tyde, highlighting bad name choices.

Text post about a mom naming her daughter Eieoie, drawing humorous reactions in comments.

Some parents try and give international names, so it would be better known abroad. Some find unique words in foreign languages and adapt them to a name. Just like in one of these posts on the subreddit, when a girl was named Lecesta after a city in the United Kingdom (Leicester).

Humorous exchange about unusual baby names highlighting the struggle with bad naming choices.

Social media post featuring humorous bad baby name “Krissmiss Dae” discussion.

18th-century racehorse Pot-8-Os, known for his unusual name spelling, with text describing his racing achievements.

Giving unique names is surely a new trend. In the past, parents used to name their kids with the most popular names (like William in Britain). This resulted in half of Great Britain’s boys' names being the same. Imtiaz says, “This is because naming conventions were founded in religious and ancestral ties. For example, scriptural names were popular, and English Puritans sometimes named their children after moral attributes, such as Faith or Mercy.” Similarly, in Islamic countries, children’s names tend to be religion-related, like Muhammad, after the Holy Prophet.

Tweet humorously referencing the name “Geigh” with emojis and likes displayed.

Comment about unusual spellings, highlighting differences in name endings.

Parent poll on unique baby names, with options like Ora-Leigh and Aura Lee, ending humorously with “please don’t."

Woman in a graduation outfit with creative name featuring a numeric character, captioned humorously.

Newborn baby named Wednesdayaigh with a name board, illustrating unusual baby names.

Red paper apple on a wall with the unusual name “Mystress” written, highlighting bad name choices for offspring.

Close-up of a unique and complex baby name, Glyhnyl Hylyhr Yzzyghyl, circled in red on a document.

Basket with the name Blazeleigh Dayve, illustrating a unique baby name choice.

Screenshot of a social media post listing seven unique baby names, as an example of tragedeigh names.

We encourage you to stay unique and in style. As we’ve learned, a name is a huge part of a human’s identity. Just be cautious and don’t let it become a ‘Tragedeigh’. Keep scrolling to see more of theseunique namesand if you’re looking for some more content on the topic, check out ourprevious editionsabout it.

Blayzlee faces teasing at school over her unique name, sparking a conversation about parenting and name choices.

Name generator chart with unique and creative name combinations for children.

Welcome home sign with unique baby name “Sneaux” beside a plush lamb and pink headband.

Text exchange about unique baby name choice, highlighting different and exotic name preferences.

Suggestions for baby names like Heyleeigh, Payleah, and Taileghy on a pink background with colorful hearts.

Baby named Sausage in a white onesie, highlighting unique baby names chosen by parents.

Newborn with a sign showing unusual names, emphasizing unique and creative baby names.

Unique baby names with a humorous twist, featuring notable celebrity parents.

Expecting parents choosing edgy and offbeat baby names like Sledge, Rayzyr, Clipper, and James.

Parent Airwrecka McBride in a news interview discussing unique and unusual baby names.

Child Khaybryn Sparks celebrates pre-school graduation with a unique name card from Four Seasons Pre-School.

Article about mum upset over airline mocking daughter’s unusual name.

Text post discussing unique baby names from Reddit, including a suggestion for a Reddit-themed name.

List of painfully bad baby names for boys and girls, highlighting unusual choices like Danger and Chardonnay.

Tweet by Sara Gibbs suggesting “Omelette” as a pretty name if meanings were ignored, highlighting bad baby names.