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If you know a Stella, you’ve probably found yourself calling her something else without meaning to. Names like hers invite...

A nickname has a strange personal quality. The same Mark could be “Marky” to his mom, “M” to his coworkers,...

Yell “Liam!” across a playground or a busy office, and don’t be surprised if three heads turn. It’s been one...

Thomas is a warm, classic name, but three syllables is a lot for daily use, so most people shorten it...

Every parent, friend, or partner of an Ella eventually learns that the simple name doesn’t quite capture every mood playful...

If you know more than one Abigail, you’ve probably noticed: Hardly any of them go by “Abigail” in everyday life....

Chances are, if you’ve ever shouted, “Noah!” in a playground or crowded bar, two heads turned. It’s been one of...

Nicknames for Elijah are very unique and professionally explored in this article. He is not called “Elijah” full time. That...