We never call Child Protective Services when we hear an inappropriate baby name, but in countries outside of the U.S., strange baby names are taken very seriously–and even banned. While many Latinos love getting creative when it comes to picking a unique baby name, some places in the rest of the world aren't haven't it.
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Here are some of the most ridiculous and funny banned baby names out there.
1. @: Why on earth would someone name their baby a keyboard symbol? Thankfully this one was banned in China after a couple tried to give the name "ai-ta" a modern twist. The name means "love him," which is sweet and all, but no.
2. Akuma: The name may seem innocent to us, but it's banned in Japan for being evil and inappropriate. The name means "devil." So saying, "Why you little Devil, you!" wouldn't be that bad. If only!
3. Blaer: The name, which means "light breeze," was banned in Iceland for the sake of protecting children from "future embarrassment." We guess they haven't heard of celeb baby names like Rain and Apple.
4. Facebook: Believe it or not, people tried to use Facebook as a baby name! It was banned in Mexico for its "lack of meaning." I wonder if Mike Zuckerberg would approve.
5. Hermione: Harry Potter fans in Mexico won't be able to name their daughter by the main character in the films. The name was reportedly banned to avoid possible bullying in schools. Really?
6. Malika: The name has a pretty ring to it, but it's banned in Saudi Arabia for its reference to royalty. Malika means queen. I guess no new babies are worthy of that title.
7. Pluto: Denmark has a strict law against inappropriate baby names and among them is the tiniest planet in the solar system. Banning the name Anus is understandable, but Pluto is so harmless!
8. Tom: While Tomas may be a popular name in Portugal, they won't stand for the shorter version. I guess they're all about tradition, but this one seems pretty meaningless.
9. Vernerdi: The name means Friday in Italy, but the parents were related for their ode to the last day of the work week. An Italian court declared that the name would make a mockery out of the child. We guess they aren't a fan of Rebecca Black's hit either.
10. Violet: The beautiful floral name isn't considered acceptable in Malaysia where names inspired by nature are rejected. So much for Daisy, Orchid or Rose…
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