given name
Example Sentences
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Born without a surname, her given name was Bridget, and “Biddy” became her nickname.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 4, 2026
During the Enlightenment, the researcher who found a new plant was “listed behind the given name of the plant . . . forever.”
From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 16, 2026
When Sheen wanted to meet Carlos Estévez because the major league pitcher shared Sheen’s given name, he turned to his connected friend, Tony Todd.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 27, 2025
He will then introduce the new Pope by his chosen papal name, which may or may not be his original given name.
From BBC ● Apr. 21, 2025
As her personal maid, Ona Judge—her given name was Oney but she preferred Ona—was expected to be up early to help dress her mistress.
From "In the Shadow of Liberty" by Kenneth C. Davis
