Synonyms of first name

first name

noun

as in Christian name

a name that is placed before one's family name

the parents still haven't picked a first name for the baby

Synonyms & Similar Words

• Christian name
• given name
• nickname
• prename
• forename
• pen name
• pseudonym
• denomination
• appellation
• designation
• nom de plume
• title
• baptismal name
• sobriquet
• epithet
• denotation
• alias
• handle
• cognomen

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of first name

Thomas is his father’s first name (Luke’s full name is Thomas Luther Bryan) and Boyer is his mom Caroline’s maiden name. — Lia Beck, PEOPLE, 19 Oct. 2026

At the Hollywood Bowl, Miley hit a number of firsts — first time performing at the Bowl, first time performing much of her set list, first time hitting the stage in many years, first time going by her first name only at a show. — Althea Legaspi, Rolling Stone, 17 Oct. 2026

Armed with her first name and a job title, Lee barges into the PD’s office to offer Ginger his services. — Amanda Whiting, Vulture, 15 Oct. 2026

But whether calling him by first name, last name, both or by nickname, just make sure to put respect on the Lakers forward’s game that’s too varied to fit in a single position. — Los Angeles Times, 13 Oct. 2026