I think you all know by now that I work in recruiting. With that said, you can imagine how many names and applications I see on a daily basis. A lot. Not only do I see those, but I also see drug screens and background investigations, so I see a lot into these candidate’s lives. This week I started putting together a list, that came together pretty quickly, of weirdo names and places that I come across. They always seem to make me laugh and also try to imagine the conversation that went on between the parents of these children. I understand having unique names and I am a fan of that, but c’mon, we’re getting a little out of control.
I thought I would share them with you all and I’m guessing this will become a frequent post where I share the strange things I see. I’m sure after I post this I will get a comment saying, “hey that’s my brothers name!” or “in some places that name means beautiful man who is loved by all”.
Names:
Alfredo (As in, chicken alfredo?)
Barnabas (umm, okay)
Dung (I could never envision naming my child something where the nickname “shit” could so easily be given)
Hoss (Again, nicknames like pig, heifer, fat etc. are all nicknames I would avoid)
Krysha (I’m not even sure what this name is. Pronounced maybe cry-sha or kree-shaw?)
Turquiose (I don’t agree with naming children after colors, months, seasons, or food. Sorry.)
Names of High Schools:
Flathead High School
Spooner High School
Also, another funny thing from today… Someone filled out their application wrong and so when it was put in our recruiting system to review, the company they work for replaced his name. So unless you dig a little deeper, it lists him as First Name: Volt Last Name: Services. I’m sure the manager received the application from Mr. Services and immediately disqualified him.
Sher Bailey is a writer in the Midwest who believes the power of humor, Mod Podge, and grandkids can fix most problems in life. You can find her at SherBailey.com.
Lindsey says
These are hilarious!! And Spooner High School, really? Too funny!
Katie says
ha. we have similar jobs! I see quite a bit of this too. 🙂
I just posted about a wedding-related recruiting story!
ahh, the joys…
Shanny says
LOL these are so funny, can’t say you have an uninteresting job right? And the high school names… OMG incredible!
MM says
Hilarious! I totally agree with your list of things that you shouldn’t name your child. I would have to add days of the week…because I definitely know a girl named Sunday. Really?
Anonymous says
I believe Krysha is translated into Christine or Christina. I know you meant nothing by it and it does look funny.
I hope also translates into something like Bob.
Keep up the great writing.
example says
These are so google funny!