Synonyms of given name

given name

noun

as in first name

a name that is placed before one's family name

everyone calls me Jack, but my given name is John

Synonyms & Similar Words

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

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of given name

The seven kittens were given names meant to honor where they were born. — Kimberlee Speakman, PEOPLE, 15 Apr. 2026

Choosing a last name or surname as a first name (or given name) is not a new tradition. — Lisa Milbrand, Parents, 1 Apr. 2026

White and Lil Baby, whose given name is Dominique Jones, got into an argument, The San Francisco Standard said. — Don Sweeney, Sacbee.com, 10 Feb. 2026

The musician, whose given name is LaRussell Dwayne Thomas, has quickly gone from releasing his music independently to being signed to one of the biggest labels in the world. — Georgia Dawkins, CBS News, 6 Feb. 2026