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Australia has rules about what you can and can’t name a child.

Living overseas, I’m often reminded how differently countries handle things that seem deeply personal — and baby names are one of them.

In this episode, I look at some of the names Australian authorities have refused to register — from official titles like “Princess” or “Admiral,” to more unusual attempts that raised eyebrows for other reasons.

We’ll explore:

• Why certain names are restricted
 • What the guidelines are designed to protect
 • How Australia’s approach compares with other countries
 • And what these cases say about culture, identity, and boundaries

It’s not just a list of strange names.

It’s a look at how societies balance individual expression with shared standards.

Some of the examples are surprising.
 Some are understandable.
 All of them tell a story.

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