forename

== English == === Etymology === From fore- +‎ name. === Pronunciation === (Received Pronunciation) IPA(key): /ˈfɔːneɪm/ (General American) IPA(key): /ˈfɔɹneɪm/ === Noun === forename (plural forenames) A name that precedes the surname. ==== Synonyms ==== (name that precedes the surname): given name, Christian name, prename ==== Antonyms ==== aftername ==== Hyponyms ==== (structural) name (name that precedes the surname): first name, middle name, baptismal name, confirmation name ==== Related terms ==== ==== Translations ==== === Verb === forename (third-person singular simple present forenames, present participle forenaming, simple past and past participle forenamed) To assign (someone) a first name. Synonym of prenominate. To appoint in advance.