Naming a kid is a very personal and sometimes difficult task for new parents. The pressure to pick a name that connects emotionally and culturally is great.
For one couple from Derbyshire, however, the journey took an unexpected turn. They chose a name that sparked debate among the registrar tasked with formally certifying it.
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Dan and Mandy Sheldon, new parents from Chesterfield, welcomed their kid in 2020. Like many parents, they spent months looking for the ideal name.
They eventually opted on the name Lucifer, which they felt was strong and profound. However, their choice was met with surprise pushback.
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As the couple joyfully approached their local registrar office, they expected an easy process. What happened next was quite the opposite.