Talk:Samara (given name)

category:Given names with negative perceived cultural associations[edit]

Bookworm857158367, I'm sorry, how does a villain in film having a particular name justify inclusion in this category, which appears to have entirely subjective inclusion criteria (i.e., none actually stated). Are "perceived negative associations" not outweighed or nullified by the positive associations (famous bearers of the name, sports stars, actresses, and a "hero" character in a hugely popular computer game franchise)? The one sources added (is it a reliable sources?) mentions the name became more popular after being used as the antagonist's name in the film - so hardly negative? It doesn't outline how there is a negative connotation, or even if there is one - just "some peope might associate the name with this character." And? Pretty much every name should be in the category, so, because I can find you a villain, criminal, or "negative perceived cultural association" for every name - real world or fictional - probably, except newly-invented Tragedeigh names. Bastun^{Ėġáḍβáś₮ŭŃ!} 11:36, 14 November 2023 (UTC)[reply]

- I based inclusion upon it being listed in sources that mention it as a name with “negative perceived cultural associations”, which I gather is not necessarily reason enough for people not to use the name. Samara is mentioned in sources as having negative associations due to the horror movie character.

Bookworm857158367 (talk) 12:44, 14 November 2023 (UTC)[reply]

There is one source listed, which says it became more popular following its use as the name of a horror movie character. Bastun^{Ėġáḍβáś₮ŭŃ!} 12:53, 14 November 2023 (UTC)[reply]

Negative cultural associations apparently do not always amount to loss of popularity. Bookworm857158367 (talk) 13:13, 14 November 2023 (UTC)[reply]