given name

== English == === Pronunciation === IPA(key): /ˈɡɪvən ˌneɪm/ === Noun === given name (plural given names) The personal name chosen for a child, usually by their parents. (uncommon, humorous) A name bestowed by oneself or another, as opposed to the name given by one's parents. 2017, Greta Gerwig (scriptwriter), Lady Bird: Professor: Lady Bird, is that your given name?Christine "Lady Bird" McPherson: Yeah.Professor: Why is it in quotes?Christine "Lady Bird" McPherson: I gave it to myself, it’s given to me by me. ==== Usage notes ==== Although first name is more common in general use, given name or personal name are preferred by some for the lack of religious and cultural assumptions involved. ==== Synonyms ==== first name, forename, front name, personal name, birth name (sometimes inclusive of surnames) ==== Hypernyms ==== nomen (Egyptian pharaohs); praenomen (ancient Romans); regnal name, throne name (rulers); Christian name, baptismal name, confirmation name (Christians); adoption name (adoptees); family name (uncommon) ==== Coordinate terms ==== ==== Translations ==== === Further reading === given name on Wikipedia.Wikipedia