My birth name is Hannah. My middle name is Cherokee. I looked the name Cherokee up and it is a male name. But, how does everyone else perceive it? I think that when I am fully out to family I'll have them call me Cherokee. It's easier for them I think, in getting used to and accepting the transition. Friends and others can have their take on what they want to call me: Cherokee or Grant, because I prefer either of these 2. (unless Cherokee is too feminine?) As long as they don't call me Hannah.. Also, I don't think my dad will take it seriously because he thinks it's a phase. Even though it took me two years to come out to a family member.... it's fresh and new to them, because they weren't in my head for two years, ya know? he says two years is just not long enough.. but I'm ready to start my transition around next summer when I graduate.. this is not good. how do I get him to understand that? do I need to be more patient?
Cherokee is a wonderful name and it not to feminine:icon_bigg As far as your dad, you have to understand that this was probably a shock to him and right now he is in denial, how long will he be like this? There's no answer, everyone is different, just give him time and he should come around. You haven't been kicked out, shamed, shunned, etc.. by your family so that is a good sign that they are willing to try:icon_bigg I also congratulate you on coming out:eusa_clap I hope your transition goes well, also keep your head held high(*hug*) I do not have any real experience in this, but if you want to talk at anytime, you can talk to me if you want to:icon_bigg
Am I the only one who thinks Cherokee isn't a good name for an individual? It's an indian tribe or a Jeep...
Well it is a strange name, but aren't we all strange in a way? Cherokee would work better as it is, the middle name, Grant would be a better first name Now I don't mean to offend, that's not my intention, use whatever name you would like and feel comfortable with(*hug*)
I Like either name. It's more Flowing if it was Grant Cherokee, though. And as for your dad, I think Patience is key, you can't force him to understand, but over time I think he will finally get it through his head. I mean, he is your dad, you are his child, his perception of you has been formed over many years, it can't be changed over night, It can with more time though. Good luck on your journey. Best of wishes and love.
It's a good idea to pick a name that people can abbreviate and make nicknames out of easily. With Cherokee for some reason I see people shortening that to Cherry, which is not very masculine. I think Grant is a handsome name.
