Christian name

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Contents 1 English 1.1 Noun 1.1.1 Usage notes 1.1.2 Synonyms 1.1.3 Related terms 1.1.4 Translations

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[edit] Noun

Christian name (plural Christian names)

1. A first name formally given to a child at a Christian baptism.
2. (by extension) Any forename.

[edit] Usage notes

Many non-Christian people find this term offensive when used to refer to them. The following synonyms can be used to avoid any possible offense:

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• first name
• forename
• given name
• front name

[edit] Related terms

• Sunday name

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