A dad-to-be shared on Reddit that he and his wife are expecting their first child and everything in their relationship has been stable and happy—except for one major disagreement. His wife has always dreamed of naming her future child after her childhood dog, and now that they’re having a baby girl, she is completely set on using that name. The problem? The name isn’t typically used for people and is very close to something like “Lucky.”

He explained that while he respects her feelings, he is deeply uncomfortable giving their daughter a name strongly associated with a pet. He worries it could cause problems for their child later in life. He also feels torn because his wife has held onto this dream for years, and he doesn’t want to upset her or cause a major argument during pregnancy.

After revealing that the name is actually Lassie, he shared that he plans to gently suggest more human-friendly alternatives like Lacy or Lacie. Reddit users quickly weighed in, with most agreeing that both parents must approve a baby name. Many urged him to communicate honestly with his wife, while others noted that unusual names can lead to teasing and long-term frustration for the child.

In the end, commenters encouraged the couple to keep discussing options until they find a name they both feel good about—one that honors her memories without creating future challenges for their daughter.