logo
Funny Animals Interesting Freaky Pop Culture

Redditors Are Against Woman Who Wants To Give Her Son The Same Name As Her Late Cat

by Maryjane

It's normal to experience shock, loss, and sadness after a beloved dog, cat, or any other pet passes away. We share a deep affection and bond with our animal companions.

For so many of us, a pet is more than just a dog or a cat; it is a treasured family member who enriches our lives with friendship, amusement, and delight. A pet can give your day structure, keep you social and active, help you deal with life's obstacles and challenges, and even give you a feeling of purpose.

So, it's common to experience overwhelming grief and loss after the death of a beloved pet. Losing a pet can also feel overpowering and can bring on a wide range of distressing and challenging feelings.

You shouldn't ever feel guilty or ashamed about grieving for an animal buddy, even though some others might not comprehend the level of affection you had for your pet. The level of grief you feel will frequently rely on things like the age of your pet and the circumstances of its death, even though everyone reacts to loss differently.

In general, the greater the emotional grief you experience, the more important your pet was to you. This Redditor missed her cat so much so that she wanted to name her child after the cat.

Read the story for yourself below.

The Headline...

The Headline...u/goldfishmurderer

A part of me wants a reminder of my dead cat

A part of me wants a reminder of my dead catu/goldfishmurderer

The comments rolled in and every redditor was of the opinion that the opinion would be making a grave mistake to name her child after her dead cat. Here are some of the most upvoted comments:

1. Your husband already said no

1. Your husband already said noReddit

2. Don't name your kid after your cat

2. Don't name your kid after your catReddit

3. Don't!

3. Don't!Reddit

4. It's not just your decision to make

4. It's not just your decision to makeReddit

5. What your child will see as his purpose in life

5. What your child will see as his purpose in lifeReddit

6. Give your kid another nice name

6. Give your kid another nice nameReddit

7. It is time to find a different name

7. It is time to find a different nameReddit

8. It's still very early in your grief

8. It's still very early in your griefReddit

9. He is going to hate you with a passion

9. He is going to hate you with a passionReddit

10. Your husband has the right to disagree

10. Your husband has the right to disagreeReddit

11. You need to respect his no

11. You need to respect his noReddit

12. How did you decide on my name?

12. How did you decide on my name?Reddit

13. Your son doesn't exist to be a reminder

13. Your son doesn't exist to be a reminderReddit

14. Your cat was a big part of your life

14. Your cat was a big part of your lifeReddit

15. A baby name should be agreed on

15. A baby name should be agreed onReddit

16. Don't saddle your kid with the name of your cat

16. Don't saddle your kid with the name of your catReddit

17. This redditor is tabling how the future discussion will look like

17. This redditor is tabling how the future discussion will look likeReddit

18. It's the second comment for me

18. It's the second comment for meReddit

19. Let your son be someone different instead

19. Let your son be someone different insteadReddit

20. Name your next pet Jake and not your son

20. Name your next pet Jake and not your sonReddit

Here is an est the OP added later on...

Here is an est the OP added later on...Reddit

The significance of an animal in your life may also have an effect on how you decide things. The OP clearly was in grief over her dead cat, and the redditors made sure to put her straight.

What are your thoughts about this story? Are you in support of what the OP intended to do? Is the middle name a compromise, or still a win for her?

Leave your replies in the comments section below.

Share this article:

Facebook icon Pinterest icon Tumblr icon Link icon Twitter icon

Related Articles

Cat Collects So Many Neighbor's Shoes, Owner Creates Facebook Group To Return Them

Cat Collects So Many Neighbor's Shoes, Owner Creates Facebook Group To Return Them

Exceptionally Rare "Doomsday Fish" Discovered Off Southern California Coast

Exceptionally Rare "Doomsday Fish" Discovered Off Southern California Coast

Here’s A Look At The World’s Largest Spider That’s Moved Into Northern South America

Here’s A Look At The World’s Largest Spider That’s Moved Into Northern South America

This Beloved Penguin Was Famous For A Fascinating Reason—And The World Is Morning Its Death

This Beloved Penguin Was Famous For A Fascinating Reason—And The World Is Morning Its Death

Lily Allen Gave Up Her Adopted Dog For The Strangest Reason

Lily Allen Gave Up Her Adopted Dog For The Strangest Reason

A Look At The Terrifying Moment Orca Came Into View With Trainer In Its Mouth

A Look At The Terrifying Moment Orca Came Into View With Trainer In Its Mouth

Toronto Zoo Orangutan's Daring Escape Attempt From Outdoor Habitat Caught On Video By Surprised Guests

Toronto Zoo Orangutan's Daring Escape Attempt From Outdoor Habitat Caught On Video By Surprised Guests

Scientists Detect DNA Of Alive Prehistoric Fish In The Connecticut River, Kicking Off A Race To Locate It

Scientists Detect DNA Of Alive Prehistoric Fish In The Connecticut River, Kicking Off A Race To Locate It

Golden Eagle Attacks 20-Month-Old Girl And Three Others In Norway, Leaving Deep Wounds

Golden Eagle Attacks 20-Month-Old Girl And Three Others In Norway, Leaving Deep Wounds

Portland Airport Gains Popularity Online For Its Therapy Liamas

Portland Airport Gains Popularity Online For Its Therapy Liamas

Scientists Poured Cement Into Abandoned Ant Hill And Made Interesting Discovery

Scientists Poured Cement Into Abandoned Ant Hill And Made Interesting Discovery

Gen Z Revamps Animal Shelter’s Marketing, and the Internet Can't Get Enough

Gen Z Revamps Animal Shelter’s Marketing, and the Internet Can't Get Enough

22 Heartwarming Pictures Of Overly Cute Dogs That'll Leave You Grinning From Ear To Ear

22 Heartwarming Pictures Of Overly Cute Dogs That'll Leave You Grinning From Ear To Ear

Artist's Reimagined Disney-Style Pet Portraits Leave Their Owners In Awe

Artist's Reimagined Disney-Style Pet Portraits Leave Their Owners In Awe

From Mischief To Fame—Raccoon Becomes TikTok Sensation

From Mischief To Fame—Raccoon Becomes TikTok Sensation

Veterinarian Sparks Debate By Naming 5 Dog Breeds He’d Avoid

Veterinarian Sparks Debate By Naming 5 Dog Breeds He’d Avoid

Cat’s Apology Card Goes Viral After Vet Visit Gone Wrong

Cat’s Apology Card Goes Viral After Vet Visit Gone Wrong

This Orphaned Kitten’s Plush Mama Is The Cuddle Buddy We All Need

This Orphaned Kitten’s Plush Mama Is The Cuddle Buddy We All Need

Four Pandas Delight Zoo Visitors With An Adorable Tea Party Picnic

Four Pandas Delight Zoo Visitors With An Adorable Tea Party Picnic

50 Rescued Cats and Their Inspiring Makeovers

50 Rescued Cats and Their Inspiring Makeovers

Canadian Border Agents Stunned By Unexpected Find After Peeking Into Mysterious Box From China

Canadian Border Agents Stunned By Unexpected Find After Peeking Into Mysterious Box From China

Cat’s Reluctant Attack On Dog In Funny Video Has Everyone Cracking Up

Cat’s Reluctant Attack On Dog In Funny Video Has Everyone Cracking Up

Heartbroken Dog Abandoned for Being ‘Ugly’ Finds His Angel

Heartbroken Dog Abandoned for Being ‘Ugly’ Finds His Angel

Lonely Shelter Cat Reaches Out For Love, Melting Hearts As He Waits For His Forever Home

Lonely Shelter Cat Reaches Out For Love, Melting Hearts As He Waits For His Forever Home

Stray Feline Mom Takes The Ultimate Risk To Give Her Little Ones A Chance At Survival

Stray Feline Mom Takes The Ultimate Risk To Give Her Little Ones A Chance At Survival

Everyone’s Cracking Up Over This Vet’s Spot-On And Funny Signs About Animals

Everyone’s Cracking Up Over This Vet’s Spot-On And Funny Signs About Animals

Categories

Funny Animals Interesting Freaky Pop Culture

Business

About Us Advertise Contact Us

Legal

Terms & Conditions Privacy Policy DMCA Removal
 Logo
About Us Privacy DMCA Removal Contact Us Terms Funny Animals Interesting Freaky Pop Culture

© 2025 - All Rights Reserved

 logo

Sign In to

facebook icon Sign in with facebook
facebook icon Sign in with google

Or sign in with email

Need an account? Sign Up

Forgot Password?

By creating an account, you agree to the Terms of Service

 logo

Sign Up to

Already have an account? Sign In

By creating an account, you agree to the Terms of Service

Edit profile

User Photo