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Christian Name

A Christian name, also known as a first name or given name, is the name given to an individual at birth or baptism. It is the name by which a person is popularly known, and it often holds cultural, traditional, or religious significance in different communities.

Examples

Sense: Personal Name

1. Noun:

• The parents chose the Christian name "Sarah" for their baby daughter.

• In some cultures, it is customary to use the same Christian name for generations.

Sense: Public Identity

2. Noun:

• She decided to go by her Christian name, Elizabeth, rather than her middle name in her professional life.

• It is common for artists to use a stage name different from their Christian names.

Sense: Naming Ceremony

3. Noun:

• The christening ceremony included the giving of the Christian name to the newborn.

• The community gathered to celebrate the child's Christian name during the baptism.

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