given name
Example Sentences
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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, whose given name can translate as “guarding the east,” led the Chinese military’s Eastern Theater Command from 2019 to early 2022, overseeing forces stationed closest to Taiwan.
From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 17, 2025
The 38-year-old entrepreneur’s given name is Nathan Young.
From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 9, 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
Her given name was Nomzamo, which means one who strives or imdergoes trials, a name as prophetic as my own.
From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela
