A midwife from the popular Channel 4 documentary series One Born Every Minute has shared the most jaw-dropping baby name she has encountered in her career, leaving viewers and colleagues utterly stunned.
The 'Craziest' Monikers Revealed
During a candid discussion on the programme, healthcare professionals exchanged stories about the most unusual names they had come across. Suggestions included Rocky, Tupac and Eva-Toni Ann, names inspired by film, rap, and football. However, one name dramatically overshadowed all others in terms of sheer shock value.
A midwife recounted the moment a young mother decided to name her newborn daughter after a sexually transmitted infection. "We've heard Chlamydia," the midwife revealed. "That was a young girl, we thought it was strange and tried to explain what it meant. But she wanted Chlamydia." The revelation was so bizarre that many initially thought it was a joke.
Public Reaction and Other Bizarre Names
The clip, shared on Facebook, sparked widespread disbelief, amassing 15,000 likes and hundreds of comments. One user, a teacher, wrote: "As a teacher I can accept most of those but not Chlamydia!" Another pleaded: "Please tell me you are joking ladies."
The discussion prompted others to share unusual names they had encountered. One person recalled a child named Silent Knight, while another mentioned knowing someone called Hugh Cumber. A nurse with 21 years of experience added to the humour, noting the amusement of caring for a patient named Ivor Hart on a cardiology ward.
What Are the Rules for Baby Names in the UK?
Compared to many nations, the United Kingdom has relatively few legal restrictions on baby names. However, registrars do follow official guidelines designed to protect the child and public interest.
The key rules include:
- No offensive names: Monikers deemed obscene, offensive, or vulgar will be rejected.
- No numbers or symbols: Names cannot contain numerical digits or non-standard punctuation (e.g., @ or #).
- No official titles: Names that impersonate an official rank or title, such as King, Queen, Prince, Sir, or Duke, are generally not permitted.
- Length restrictions: Extremely long names that cannot practically fit on official documents may also be refused.
While the name Chlamydia is undoubtedly shocking and ill-advised, it does not technically violate these specific regulations, highlighting the broad freedom parents have in the UK.
