Ridiculous common names

[i cant think]

What are some of the most ridiculous common names you’ve ever heard?
I have a few (TMC is a nightmare with common names but some are well out!).
Here’s one of the most confusing:
Jam Sandwich Goby… It’s more reasonable common name is Railway Sleeper Goby. Not my photo.

There are others but this is the most out of the box name I’ve heard that I can think of currently.

 

[Jay Hemdal Verified Community Expert]

What are some of the most ridiculous common names you’ve ever heard?
I have a few (TMC is a nightmare with common names but some are well out!).
Here’s one of the most confusing:
Jam Sandwich Goby… It’s more reasonable common name is Railway Sleeper Goby. Not my photo.

There are others but this is the most out of the box name I’ve heard that I can think of currently.

I actually wrote an essay on this. At the end are some names I found: https://www.amazonasmagazine.com/2016/03/11/whats-in-a-name/

Jay