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Recent Examples of baptismal name
Until last year, John Henry Newman, as he is known by his baptismal name, was studying to become a priest at a Roman Catholic seminary in Yangon.
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New York Times, 30 Mar. 2022
She was given the name Sister Seraphia and later returned to her baptismal name, Carol Estelle.
—Jacques Kelly, baltimoresun.com, 22 May 2021
These homages to Athelstan continued even through the series finale, in which the monk’s son, Alfred (Ferdia Walsh-Peelo), gave the Viking’s son, Hvitserk (Marco Ilsø), the baptismal name of Athelstan in one of the show’s stirring final scenes.
—Sadie Gennis, Vulture, 11 Jan. 2021
He was later baptized and took the same baptismal name as Hakamada’s, Paulo, and added Miki, the name of a Japanese martyr.
—Washington Post, 25 Nov. 2019
At age 12, Toni, known then as Chloe Wofford, converted to Catholicism and selected Anthony as her baptismal name.
—Ekemini Uwan, The Denver Post, 7 Aug. 2019
New York Times, 30 Mar. 2022
She was given the name Sister Seraphia and later returned to her baptismal name, Carol Estelle.
—Jacques Kelly, baltimoresun.com, 22 May 2021
These homages to Athelstan continued even through the series finale, in which the monk’s son, Alfred (Ferdia Walsh-Peelo), gave the Viking’s son, Hvitserk (Marco Ilsø), the baptismal name of Athelstan in one of the show’s stirring final scenes.
—Sadie Gennis, Vulture, 11 Jan. 2021
He was later baptized and took the same baptismal name as Hakamada’s, Paulo, and added Miki, the name of a Japanese martyr.
—Washington Post, 25 Nov. 2019
At age 12, Toni, known then as Chloe Wofford, converted to Catholicism and selected Anthony as her baptismal name.
—Ekemini Uwan, The Denver Post, 7 Aug. 2019
Recent Examples of Synonyms for baptismal name
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Queen Camilla already carries an impressive title before her first name — and she’s now added one more.Rachel Burchfield, People.com, 20 Nov. 2024
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The men provided only their first names to The Times, citing job security concerns.Karen Garcia, Los Angeles Times, 20 Nov. 2024
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The cows are often given names and encouraged to roam and graze in a stress-free environment, with only a few kept in each pen.Chelsea Davis, Forbes, 17 Oct. 2024
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Attendees are given name tags with identification numbers and individually interviewed by production, according to the outlet.McKinley Franklin, Peoplemag, 24 Sep. 2024
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Fall Instagram Captions for Autumnal Activities Hay there from the [insert your family name here] family BRB, getting lost in a maize.Casey Clark, Parents, 20 Sep. 2024
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In an Instagram video in February 2021, Christina explained that reverting to her family name was a move to honor her grandmother.Miles Berry, People.com, 15 Oct. 2024
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For instance, a woman who has built a successful career under her maiden name might find that AI systems struggle to link her past achievements with her new surname.Shelley Zalis, TIME, 26 Oct. 2024
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Surnames, maiden names, and distant relatives’ names often make great baby names like Parker, Murray, and Drake.Sherri Gordon, CLC, Parents, 15 Sep. 2024
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Advertisement Oh, and the latest one’s middle name is Tommy to honor his godfather, Tommy Lasorda.Steve Henson, Los Angeles Times, 1 Nov. 2024
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During an October 2024 appearance on Live with Kelly and Mark, David revealed that her first name came from a song he and his wife love, but her middle name is inspired by a special interaction with Pope Francis.Jordana Comiter, People.com, 29 Oct. 2024
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“Baptismal name.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/baptismal%20name. Accessed 1 Dec. 2024.
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