Christian name

noun

Definition of Christian namenext
as in first name
a name that is placed before one's family name although his Christian name is ordinary, his last name is quite distinctive

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  1. first name
  2. given name
  3. nickname
Noun
  • The men provided only their first names to The Times, citing job security concerns.
    Karen Garcia, Los Angeles Times, 20 Nov. 2024
  • Queen Camilla already carries an impressive title before her first name — and she’s now added one more.
    Rachel Burchfield, People.com, 20 Nov. 2024
Definition of first name
Noun
  • The cows are often given names and encouraged to roam and graze in a stress-free environment, with only a few kept in each pen.
    Chelsea Davis, Forbes, 17 Oct. 2024
  • Attendees are given name tags with identification numbers and individually interviewed by production, according to the outlet.
    McKinley Franklin, Peoplemag, 24 Sep. 2024
Definition of given name
Noun
  • The law bans most abortions once fetal cardiac activity is detected, hence the heartbeat nickname.
    Yaakov Katz, Newsweek, 27 Nov. 2024
  • These are the direct descendants of the original U.S. Army 3.5-inch M-1 Rocket Launcher from WWII, universally known by it's nickname of 'Bazooka'.
    David Hambling, Forbes, 27 Nov. 2024
Definition of nickname
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