Naming your child after a once-popular TV show or celebrity was always a bold move, and now those kids are old enough to wish you hadn't. Here's a list of names that were probably a mistake:
Joffrey, from Game of Thrones: While it might sound posh, Joffrey is forever linked to a character who sadistically murdered a prostitute. Perhaps Tyrion would have been a smarter choice.
Taylor, from Taylor Swift: A safe bet given her longevity, unlike naming a kid after 2011 chart-toppers like Dappy or Pixie Lott, who are now as forgotten as your last New Year's resolution.
Katniss, from The Hunger Games: The name carries the burden of overthrowing unjust societies. Also, Katniss is actually a type of plant, which isn't as cool as the parents probably thought.
Hermione, from Harry Potter: A fine middle-class name but undeniably linked to Hogwarts. Being asked to perform spells every time a bag lands on the science block can get old fast.
Leo, from Leonardo DiCaprio: Once a revered actor, now a 51-year-old known for dating much younger women. The nickname 'Paedo' might not be far off.
Neo, from The Matrix: Iconic but outdated, and let's face it, your son can't actually dodge bullets or know kung fu, making him more likely to face mockery than respect.
Neytiri, from Avatar: Shows that your parents thought a CGI blockbuster would be timeless, but no one remembers the character names.
Zooey, from Zooey Deschanel: Your daughter might feel pressured to be a manic pixie dream girl, which in reality leads to a string of failed relationships.
Dexter, from Dexter: Naming your child after a vigilante serial killer isn't ideal. Unless you're a Warhammer fan, then your child might end up as Adeptus or Necron, which hasn't happened yet—thankfully.
Source: The Daily Mash (UK)