Alison and her husband want to hear your opinion. They are due with a baby girl any day now, and the only name that feels right is Gypsy. The full name would be Gypsy Anna Wh1te.
What is the general consensus on the name Gypsy? I know we have at least one reader whose daughter bears this name, and I’m so hoping you can offer your feedback!
Will offer my own comments after some of you have had a chance to vote.
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Here’s the problem with any name as daring as Gypsy – it either suits your daring, bold, stylish daughter to a T, or it is the bane of your shy, sweet, quiet girl well into her adult years.
Would you consider naming her Anna Gypsy and calling her Gypsy? Because I do love everything about the sound. But if she grows up to be Anna G. White, it’s no big deal.
Someday she could be G. Anna, of course, and I think it is good that you’ve got a strong, conservative middle to balance out the exotic first. But first names are harder to outrun. I’m known by my middle, and there are countless times someone asks what the A. stands for.
So … much as I love Gypsy, I’d tuck her in the middle. And hope, of course, that your daughter turns out to fit the name exactly.
While I quite like the name, I have reservations, mostly based on the fact that the word ‘gypsy’ can carry pejorative connotations for those people it commonly describes. It depends a lot on where in the world you live though. When I lived in Ireland, there was a great deal of animosity (and a certain degree of racism) towards ‘travellers’ or ‘gypsies’ and, as such, it would be a name that would most likely be met with ridicule and derision over there. Having said that, I have a friend with a daughter named Gypsy (we are in Australia), and over here, the name would not carry those same associations for most people, and I’ve always thought it suited this little girl very well. So that’s my two cents’ worth!
I wholeheartedly agree with Siobhan. Gypsy has historically been used as a negative perjorative for Roma people, and to give someone a name like that seems both disrespectful and problematic for when she grows up.
Yes, this is exactly why I have serious reservations about this name. I’d try to find another.
This is my concern too. I’ve lived in central Europe where there is still real racism towards the Roma, so using a name that negatively reflects on that culture could cause some raised eyebrows.
Stepping out of the woodwork to add my two cents-
It’s a nice idea and I can see how it could really sound like a winner – conjures up some beautiful images. But I have some reservations about cultural appropriation in general and the romanticization of the Romani people, which is something some people don’t even really think about.
If you have a real relationship with the word – Gypsy, and you’ve done your research, then more power to you. But if you’re choosing the name because you like the idea of fortune telling and caravans with no thought to the kind of hardships and mistreatment of the Roma, that’s a kind of fantasized exoticism that I would suggest steering clear of. Do you think Gypsy people would appreciate your choice? They’re the ones I would be more concerned about. But if you are confident in your reasoning for the name and feel you could justify it easily to a Rom, then all of this is more or less moot. But I only advise caution because the word Gypsy has come to denote an ethnic group, and at that one that has faced lots of adversity, to say the least.
Sorry for the length! And I hope I don’t come off as judgmental – I’m just trying to highlight a potential issue people might not have thought of.
I like the idea…but my reservations echo those who commented above. The suggestion of Anna Gypsy instead of Gypsy Anna seems like a good alternative.
I really like appellationmountain’s suggestions.
If the heritage of this baby isn’t Roma (and I’m assuming that she isn’t), then I don’t think any of the Rom would honestly care. Based on everything I’ve read about the Roma, they aren’t very interested in people of non-Roma descent, and if this baby is American, she may never be in a situation where she would have to explain her parents’ decision.
The only thing I find that may cause difficulty with this name is that I’ve heard “Gypsy” used several times for pet names. Two of my children are named Max and Jack, and I’m forever hearing those names christened on people’s pet dogs. If the parents are okay with this, as my husband and I were, then they should go for it! Overall, I think it’s daring and beautiful.
I guess as someone who majored in Anthropology at school, Gypsy brings up a really mixed bag. It doesn’t seem romantic to me, but rather more of a derogatory slang.
I suppose I can see the appeal, but I have to whole-heartedly say “No way” for my vote… I mean, for heaven’s sake, don’t look it up on UrbanDictionary, that’s for sure!
I agree with the above comments. If it simply embodied all of the romantic notions we have of the name, it would be a great choice. But it seems to have too many other things going for it. I think Anna Gypsy works because it gives her options.
Good luck!
Gypsy is a great name…for a dog! Which is why, at age 14, I gave the name to my little beagle. Please do not give this name to a child. Not only does it sound ridiculous, but what is pleasant about a gypsy? It’s like naming your kid “Tramp”. Sorry to the other reader who named her child this. I hate to be mean, but I feel more sorry for the child.
Speaking as a Roma myself, I find your comment very offensive and insensitive. Tramp does not equal gypsy. Roma’s are residents of the states too and we most certainly are pleasant as well as educated. The truth is I don’t think you hate to be mean at all, let’s just add ignorant to the list too, shall we. Please learn some grace and sensitivity when you are post comments about a racially charged post.
Apparently the word gypsy is DEEPLY offensive to the travelling community. I’d probably avoid if I’m honest. There must be other names with a similar sound, surely?
I would have to agree that this name is very offensive.
I agree with many of the comments above. It is a word that has such a negative connotation here in the UK. Yes, she may be an American, but don’t forget that our world is changing, globalisation is upon us and who knows where a girl named Gypsy may want to live or visit when she is older. I would think twice before giving my child a name that thousands of people feel is hurtful.
I have to agree with this. You may be living in America, but it’s highly unlikely your child will never in her life interact with or live around non-Americans. Gypsy could be a very disadventageous choice as a first name.
In some cultures “gypsy” is used as a slur. (Italy comes to mind, and I learned this from an Italian-American, so you don’t escape it by just avoiding Italy.) Right or not, one shouldn’t put that burden on their child.
Would maybe suggest Giuseppa as the full name, which has a bit of the same spirit, and which could be shortened to Gypsy as a nickname?
Great idea! I was also thinking Gisele or Gisela might be a way to get to Gypsy, but I also like the idea of Gypsy in the middle.
I like Gisele or Gisela too!
My concerns echo those previously posted. Aside from all negative and pejorative connotations, its the “title,” albeit an incorrect one, of an ethnic group and its like naming a child Indian or Greek.
Do you like the name for the notions of wanderlust?
The things is though, its not like naming a child Indian or Greek. That would be silly, but not that bad. Gypsy is a very derogatory term, especially if you come to europe.
Gisele is very nice though!
Very true, well said, Emily.
So then is “gypsy” in Europe like the ‘n’ word in America? I can’t imagine someone naming their child the ‘n’ word here. Actually, I doubt a court would allow it.
Something like that, yes.
If I were her friend, I would constantly tease her by singing “Gypsies, Tramps, and Thieves” by Cher. Of course I would do it out of love, but I can’t speak for mean boys.
As an American of Romany descent, I find the name more ignorant than offensive. Yes, people do use the name to describe an eclectic traveler, but there’s something much different about making it a person’s name. So it doesn’t actually honor the Roma people, but it suggests a superficial liking of an romantic idea of the lifestyle. Admittedly, we’re not a huge minority in most countries, so it wouldn’t cause the same sort of problems as using the “n” word as a name would – it’d be more like naming a child Polack or Wop.
Using it as a middle name or a nickname for Gisela would be much better. After all, I don’t see it passing the doctor, lawyer or Supreme Court Justice test.
I chose deep reservations. They are quite deep. I personally I could never do it. G is not a pleasant term. I wonder what the drawing point is.
I don’t think many mean boys are going to know that song by Cher. I am a grown up lady and I don’t know it (but I am nice).
It’s not an unpopular name in Australia. I think you could get away with it in the US. I’d be mindful of what people are saying about the UK and how it might be regarded, but as gypsy is an English word, it’s not likely to cause as many problems on the European continent. These were the words I found for gypsy,
Italian: Zingara
French: Tsigane
German: Zingeura
Spanish: Gitano
(Incidentally I have seen Tsigane, which is from the Hungarian Tzigane) in a name book, but not sure if it’s another name co-opted by English speakers or if it’s used in European cultures.)
Incidentally, gypsy is a misnomer, because Gypsies were thought to originate in Eqypt. Not just the Romas were called gypsies, it’s also used to describe other wandering cultures – the Welsh Tinkers and Irish travelers for example.
I’m surprised that no one mentioned Gypsy Rose Lee (pictured). To me I wasn’t so much thinking of Gypsies and the Roma people as I was its previous use as a name. Gyspy Rose Lee’s birth name was Rose Louise Hovick, but she changed it for the stage. She was a burlesque dancer famous for striptease, so to me Gypsy as a name has become sexualized.
I guess I would add this to the list of very well thought out concerns.
Where did Mom go? Are you in labor? Hope it all goes well and please come back to us and let us know what you chose and why!
Also, and this quite minor, Gypsy Wh1te sounds like a fancy type of paint.
Also, a real potential would be the nickname ‘Gyp’ and this is far too close to the expression ‘gyp’ or ‘jip’– to gyp someone is to cheat them out of money. (No idea on spelling, but probably the former with etymology stemming from (perhaps, I really don’t know) slurs against the Roma people).
I’m surprised no one mentioned the Gilmore Girls character that has likely started this trend. Gypsy on GG is the female town mechanic with ambiguous ethnic origin. She sounds kind of Russian, looks more Indian/Egytian. Perhaps they mean to intend she’s Roma – how very sad, if that is their true intent.
That being said, just because it’s a name on a show, doesn’t make it a name. They’ve also named a character Bootsy, which is a name I’ve seen grace many felines. And a main character is Sookie, which I know is sort of coming back with the addition of the True Blood character, but it’s kind of out-there, as well.
I think everyone is in agreeance – Gypsy is a no-no.
I voted for “Absolutely!”. I adore the name Gypsy, and I’m hoping that the more exposure it gets, the more accessible it will become, and the less sensitive it will be, racially.
That’s my main worry, that racially the term “gypsy” can be seen as a slur. Secondly, Nameberry have dubbed it the ultimate stripper name. Personally, I don’t agree with the latter, but I thought I’d mention it as others may share the opinion and you would have to be prepared for comments.
Finally, I don’t think you should worry about her personality not fitting the name Gypsy – with the conservative Anna in the middle place, she will always have a more classic name to revert to. The possible nn Gigi would cover the middle ground, too.
Good luck!
It’s kind of like calling your child Paki or Chink.
Exactly! I’ve been desperately wanting to say that, but didn’t want to have to write either of those words!
Hi Mama here. Firstly I want to thank everyone for their comments I asked, and you have certainly provided me with some interesting comments to consider. Firstly I live in Australia a multicultural society where there is such a diversity of nationalities and cultures surrounding us. I personally come from quite a mixed background. Our daughter would be part Egyptian, Scottish, English, Polish, Idian but most importantly she will be Australian. The word Gypsy to us does conjure the romantic sense of the word, a free spirited traveller. Its not used here as a slur and I wanted the conservative middle name so if she were ever to feel her name offended people she could use Anna.
I find it strange that with so many unusal names out there that people are unwilling to accept Gypsy as a name only for its negative associations and not the positive. When I meet a Mathew, Luke or John I dont think of the Christians and the persecutions of minority groups around the word for centuries. To me it seems unless Im a celebrity I should stick with the more common names I sure the world needs more Bellas, Mia, Charlotte, Grace, Ella or Lila’s. Dont we want to raise our children in an open minded society and let them embrace their individuality. I dont see why Gypsy cant become a lawyer… If thats the case maybe the world is worse than i realised. With that said I still look forward to reading your comments and as yet we haven’t made a final decison so all suggestions welcome…
I just wanted to say I’m sorry Ali that the majority couldn’t tell you what you no doubt wanted to hear in your final days of pregnancy. It’s such an emotional time and I’m sure reading all this was not easy.
It does seem by and large that Australia has different naming currents than the rest of the English-speaking world, and to a degree you all are ahead of the curve. Probably young Gypsy will fair better among her peers Indigo and Banjo than she might growing up elsewhere. We do look forward to hearing what you choose. Best wishes.
Hi Ali,
I’m Australian too and understand that Gypsy isn’t much used as a slur in our country. However, it is likely that your child will travel in her life or at least meet people from countries where Gypsy is a derogatory term.
I understand that there are too many girls born with names like Bella and so on! If you want to give your child an uncommon name, I fully support you – I’d do the same! However, the fact is that many people will be offended by the name you so love. I’d suggest putting it in the middle name spot, or perhaps opting for another uncommon choice.
i don’t find Gypsy as acceptable as other “unique” names because the positive qualities of the name are really just stereotypes. It’s not much different than naming a child Guido because it conjures up images of pasta dinners. I live in an open, liberal neighborhood and society and it’s my belief that it is actually their openmindedness that causes them to balk at situations and names such as this one; they wouldn’t never want anyone, the child or a Roma, to feel uncomfortable. (Case in point: my family realy liked the name Ava for my daughter, but Ava Brown was much too close to Eva Braun. We didn’t want her carrying the image of a racist around.) Ultimately the parents have to do what they’re most comfortable with. However, naming a child is a bigger responsibility than just finding what seems lovely to the parents, the needs of the child and the cruelties of society must play a part as well. Good luck to the happy family!
also, i wanted to add that I too wanted a name that brought the type of images that Gypsy brings to you. I found that I liked a lot of Slavic names. Also, Reverie, while not chosen for our daughter and not technically a name, was in our number two spot. Maybe something like it would work for you!
The negative connotations, stereotypes, and sexualization of the name make it a no way for me, personally. “Different” is one thing, potentially offensive is another. You may not mind these things, but you have no way of knowing how your child will ultimately feel about carrying such a name for the rest of her life. It just seems like an avoidable risk, in my opinion.
I knew a lawyer named Dusty, Ali, so I don’t think that’s the issue! Nor do I think most YCCII readers are in favor of every child receiving a Top 100 name.
I do think the stripper/racial slur concerns explain the 64% voting no – at least when I last checked the results. I don’t think most unusual names are troublesome, but I do think this one raises more red flags than most.
But hey, I’ve never been to Australia. And so the image there might not be the one that springs to my American brain.
Still, the trick with giving a child an unusual name is to choose one that won’t be bigger than the child – that still leaves them space to develop their own identity. I always find names like Tiger or Kimora a bit awkward. And I think I might put Gypsy in that category – always bigger than the child. Again, I’m not in Australia, so I can’t say for sure. It the US, it would depend on where you lived. (Gypsy in my ‘hood? Fine. Gypsy in the ‘burb where I grew up? Not so much.)
And yet, the sound is very appealing, so I do see the attraction.
Exactly, AppMtn. I was going to respond, but you’ve covered it all!
To me the name Gypsy is kind of like naming your kid “Lesbo” or “Queer,” i.e. a label for a minority group that many members consider derogatory. You’re not considering using a name used by the Roma people, but instead a labeled applied TO them. I love diversity and variety in names, but there’s a long way between choosing Charlotte and choosing a pejorative word that many will think reflects the parent’s ignorance or latent racism. I recommend thinking about what you love about “Gypsy” and finding new names that fit it, whether it’s the double-Y, the image that pops in your mind, the G beginning, or whatever.
Please, don’t do it. Even if the baby will grow up in Australia and the name doesn’t feel particularly offensive to *you*, you can never know where your daughter will go, the career she will have, the people she will meet in life… If you’re dead set in using Gypsy, at least use tuck it in the middle and give her a more normal first name that wouldn’t be a burden for the rest of her life.
There are thousands of unique, creative names that do not involve deep racist connotations. Good luck, I’m sure you’ll find the perfect name!
I have to give Gypsy a no. I understand that to you the word Gypsy might “conjure the romantic sense of the word, a free spirited traveller” — but this is problematic because this image evolved from people romanticizing the experience of a people they actually knew little to nothing about. The fact that you don’t mean it as a slur doesn’t really remove the ethnic baggage behind it. Therefore, it’s hard for me to see any of Gypsy’s “positive” connotations as being pure.
I don’t think the “she’ll never meet any Romani” reasoning is quite sound — I think that anything you would avoid doing in the presence of a person from X group because it would offend them, you should just avoid doing, period.
For what it’s worth, Gypsy Rose the stripper is the first thing that popped into my mind.
Also, even if you ignore all that, I agree with AppMtn that Gypsy wouldn’t quite fit a shy, sweet, quiet girl.
That said, I agree that someone named Gypsy should be able to become a lawyer — I don’t think anyone’s suggesting that she shouldn’t, just that it seems odd to them. And I don’t think there’s anything wrong with the idea of an unusual name, and nor do most of the people on this site (no one said that the problem with Gypsy is that it’s unusual).
Do you like Reverie? Someone suggested it above and I think that’s really nice.
It might not be racial slur in Australia but it is in lots of other countries. The Roma people are treated horrendously in some parts of Europe and I’ve known two Roma families who have been forced to seek asylum in the UK following persecution (including violence and ‘de-education’ programmes designed to prevent them rising above a certain status in society) in their home countries. They’re subjected to abuse here too.
I have to add to that. Although I hate stereotypes and am loath to reference them, the hippy bohemian Chocolat Gypsy stereotype you’re drawing on isn’t the only one. In the UK the travelling community have a bad rep, well deserved or not. Either way, they’re not connotations I’d want for my child’s name.
I don’t think it’s very progressive to name your child after a group of people, anyway. It smacks of cultural naivety and isn’t very sensitive. I feel the same about names like Lakota and Cheyenne.
I’m sure you’ll find something lovely for your baby and I wish you the best of luck but I wouldn’t advise calling your baby Gypsy.
Wasn’t there a Gypsy on Home & Away??
I am also Australian, and agree with the previous Australian poster who mentioned that although the term ‘gypsy’ does not carry the same racist connotations here that it does elsewhere in the world, it is likely your daughter will travel when she’s older and encounter a lot of negative reactions to her name as a result. As I’m sure you know, many Australians travel overseas after finishing high school and it’s a popular right of passage to backpack through Europe or live and work in the UK, Ireland etc., where a name like Gypsy would definitely cause problems. Additionally, Australia is such a multicultural country with a long history of immigration from Europe, and while we don’t have a lot of Roma people living here currently, that may well change in the future.
I am all for uncommon names, and not a fan of the overused Bella / Mia / Grace style of names you mention either, but Gypsy falls into an altogether more worrying category, and as such, I would avoid it…
THE MOTHER HAS ASKED FOR SUGGESTIONS.
I know we don’t have much to go on, but what would you suggest for parents who like Gypsy?
So far we have Giuseppa, Gisele, and Reverie.
I’ll put my own daughter’s name in the pot, Beatrix, because it means “voyager and bringer of happiness.”
These names each embody some aspect of the romance you may be going for with Gypsy:
Delphine
Bijou
Saskia
Verity
Fable
Iris
Opal
Cassia
Xanthe
Ianthe
Paloma
Bijou !!
This was almost our baby’s middle name. It means jewel, which is nice, and it seems to conjure up the same romantic, free-spirited vibe you’re going for with Gypsy. It even has some of the same sounds and a similar cadence. I think that would be a lovely alternative!
How about Romani?
You’d still get that free-spirited, travelling vibe by using the correct name instead of the racist one. And Romani is a very pretty sounding word…
Some random ideas:
Ginevra
Giada
Georgia
Xenia (“Xenie”)
Sunniva (“Sunny”)
Elodie
Calypso
Océane
Psyche
Hebe
Oriana
Wren
Virgina (“Ginger”)
Saoirse
Lux
Zaria
Liberty
Dulcie
Nova
Astrid
Bryony
Lyra
Juno
Azalea
Esmeralda
Viatrix (an older form of Beatrix)
Clio
Anatolia
Anahita
Keturah
..I’ll try to come up with more.
Tatiana
Leilani
Lorelei
Sadhbh/Saibh/Saive/Syve (Irish, rhymes with chive)
Cassiopeia
Sunrise
Aurora
Io
Eo
Samaire
Cinnamon
Maddalena
Freesia
Fuschia
Gaia
Blythe
Selene
Samara
Romy/Romilly
Maya
Avis/Avys (to avoid associations with the rental car company)
Paradis (it’s Persian and it means “paradise”)
Aitana (similar to “gitana” which is the Spanish word for gypsy
Layla/Leila/Laila
Lilia
Jasmine
Isis
I know a little Sojourner…her parents call her Soji for short. That has a similar vibe to Gypsy without as much of the baggage.
Some names that have an unusual feel to me and are not common:
Artemis
Anemone
Lotus
Lavender
Celestine
Juniper
Minna
Olive
Peony
Primrose
Venus
Violette
Good luck!!
I live in Australia and know of a little girl called Gypsy. Upon first hearing her name my thoughts were not of the Romani peope but of the definition of the name “a traveller’. I can understand that in some counrtries people might see this name as offensive, but here in a multicultural society like Australia I dont think this is the case.
If the name was racist, and up there with the “N” world then why is it that there are shops, bars,cafes, guitars, songs etc all using the name Gypsy. Why is it that a, famous Australian singer Kate Ceberano can name here daughter Gypsy with no repercussions, a popular TV show veiwed by more tharn 50 million people world wide in over 14 different countries including the UK, Ireland and parts of Europe can name a character Gypsy with no repercussions, and even Vogue fashion is about to launch there “Gypsy 2010 Australian collection” with no one up in arms about the supposed racist connitations. I also know of people with the name Dom, a word applied in India to various groups of low-caste migrant people.
People should adapt and behave appropriate to the country they live in and not impose there countrys thoughts and beleifs onto another.
Good luck to that family. I think the name Gypsy Anna White sounds great, I wish you luck and hope that people who might have a negative opinion do keep it to themselves.
Luke,
If the mother didn’t want our valid opinions then she wouldn’t have written in to Elisabeth.
Home and Away did have a character named Gypsy – the same time they had twins named Sugar and Candy! It is a soap opera, for goodness sake. And I don’t think the ‘a celebrity used it’ defence is ever good.
Once again, this child is unlikely to never meet someone who is OFFENDED by the name. Nobody here would be negative on a name without valid reason.
Take care.
Luke — The reason why could be because there are so few Romani. It’s not as though every racist thing that everyone does — even in the public eye — is met with aa public outcry. Maybe it should be, but that’s not the way it is. Comparing the name Gypsy with the name Dom doesn’t make sense to me because all senses of Gypsy grew from the same ethnic slur, whereas Dom has Latin roots connected with positive meanings like “lord.” Also, ditto what vomiting said — the mother asked for our opinions.
More suggestions:
Meadow
Navy
Alouette
Saffron
Damaris
Aracelis
So, Alison, has the baby arrived? Have you decided on a name yet? Whatever you choose, good luck and congrats!
Did we ever find out what allison named her baby?
I’ve been wondering the same thing!
I absolutely LOVE the name. Wanted to call my daughter Gypsy 37yrs ago but lots of objections. I always regretted it. However, it may help to know that my daughter says that she would have never forgiven me for doing so. I think it speaks of freedom, free spirit etc but my daughter is adamant that she would have hated it and me. I then called my cat gypsy and she had a long, happy life of freedom.
Your decision! but if you do not have romany roots which may make your daughter proud of the name it is a very difficult decision to make. My daughter obviously prefers my second choice name NAOMI but I would have loved her to be Gypsy and my other daughter Romany but she is called Rachael.
Long life, love and happiness to your expected daughter.
Best wishes Lesley
in my humble opinion, (i who am nobody and have no authority) . . .would nonetheless kindly suggest to avoid Gypsy. Is it not politically incorrect to call someone a “gypsy”? i believe the correct term is “roma”. calling your child gypsy is like calling them Pole or some other ethnic minority that carries a sad history of persecution (think WWII).
I love the name gypsy so much so that my daughters name is gypsy and she is now 10 years old and loves her name and I’ve never met anyone whos had a problem with it and I live in Ireland and we are Irish travellers And also I picked her name from the home&away character
I think it’s sad people have to worry if their future child’s name is pc before they name the child. Here in the US alot of kids are named after Native American tribes. It doesn’t matter what you name your child, someone somewhere will have a problem with it.
Dear Ali: Go ahead, I didn’t liked my name ’til one day I learned It’s meaning, which I love. I hated it because it was coincidentially the name of two women I knew, one was loud and vulgar, and the other one smelled bad. But those images of ppl with the same name didn’t make me like them. So I believe that with the name you give your child, you should educate her on who she has the potential to be,…
Hello Ali again: I just happened to be cruising channels and came across the movie/musical called ‘Gipsy’ that so much reference had in the different posts at this site and I’m telling you, I laughed hard thinking at all the little old ladies that for sure watch this movie when young and formed an idea of the name for a stripper. The movie is from the early sixties for heavens sake! AAll the little prejudiced ppl that answered were just…wrong. Cause the movie doesn’t center on the poor low self-steemmed young that ends up being a stripper, but on the obsessive larger than life mother that forces her in that career path. You should watch it, form your own judgement, by this time maybe your girl is older than an infant, but leaving some dumbness and ignorance I hope you didn’t settle for Gisela…bye
the name Gypsy is beautiful , free spirited traveler and you can name her anything she will grow with her name and when people who know her hear her name they will think of her not some racist meaning some may have. im pregnant with twin girls at the moment one will be Gypsy-Rain