Is it weird to give your child the name of one of your idols?

I think it's fine, provided your idol isn't a controversial figure, which could make life difficult for your child.

Otherwise, why not! It is something that has a lot of meaning to you, and I think that always makes for a lovely combination.

EDIT: I felt I should add, I've actually considered using the middle name of Walter, after Walter Payton because my boyfriend and I are both huge Bears fans.

No, its not weird.

If my baby is male, his name will be Billie Joseph (Billie Joe or BJ for short). Although I'm a huge Green Day fan, that isnt the reason. I've always liked the name Billy or Billie and Joseph is my baby's grandpa's name. But hey, i dont mind him having the same name as Billie Joe Armstrong from Green Day :) But it was accidental.

There isnt anything wrong with it.

Nope not at all. My nephews name is Richard Kyle after Richard and Kyle Petty (Nascar). I was highly considering the name Vayda from the movie my girl before Camilla came to me. (Will use it if i have another girl)

I think that if you like the name and if it comes from someone you respect than its fine. Name your child whatever you want...just remember they are the ones that have to live with it for the rest of their lives...so be nice :)

Only if the name is weird. I like names that have meaning behind them. So I think this would be great,

depending on the name like if it were michael jackson, or nicole richard ya that would be nice but if it were some thing way out there like Akon i wouldnt do it

No, it is actually kind of common. My brother was named after two of my parents' idols...=D

I don't think so.

I love the name Anthony from the show NCIS.

not at all! if its like ringo starr or something, that might be a little weird.. but naming a kid after somebody that means something to you is completely normal.

not at all, one of my best friends name is lisa marie named after Elvis's daughter, because her father loved elvis and she loves her name

nope

im going to name my nonexistent kid nahla from the lion king