given name

Example Sentences

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Mojtaba Khamenei—his given name is the Arabic word for “chosen”—was born in 1969 in the religious hub of Mashhad.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 9, 2026

When Sheen wanted to meet Carlos Estévez because the major league pitcher shared Sheen’s given name, he turned to his connected friend, Tony Todd.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 27, 2025

The 38-year-old entrepreneur’s given name is Nathan Young.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 9, 2025

He will then introduce the new Pope by his chosen papal name, which may or may not be his original given name.

From BBC • Apr. 21, 2025

What right did he have calling Mama by her given name?

From Anya and the Dragon by Sofiya Pasternack