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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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This timeless first name peaked in 1923, but has remained a favorite.Kara Nesvig, Parents, 19 Dec. 2024
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The first name that comes to mind is St. Louis Cardinals infielder Nolan Arenado, who the Cardinals are desperately trying to trade.Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 17 Dec. 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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The 62-year-old suspect, who is only identified by police by his family name of Fan, was upset over his divorce settlement, authorities said.Pilar Arias, Fox News, 12 Nov. 2024
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Driver was reportedly unconscious and may have cut himself with a knife Police identified the 62-year-old suspect by his family name, Fan − a common practice in the count, Reuters reported.Natalie Neysa Alund, USA TODAY, 12 Nov. 2024
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Lincoln's middle names — Michael and Robert — come from his grandfathers, while Carter's middle names — Pauly and Dunn — are Schneider's mom's maiden name and her middle name, as well as Harrison's mom's maiden name and his middle name, respectively.Hannah Sacks, People.com, 2 Dec. 2024
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His four older sisters have a different last name, Hines-Allen, incorporating their mother Kim’s maiden name.Dan Pompei, The Athletic, 6 Aug. 2024
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The former couple wed at Althorp in 2011 and share 12-year-old daughter Charlotte Diana, whose middle name honors her late aunt.Janine Henni, People.com, 5 Dec. 2024
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Joseph Menendez, who goes by his middle name, Lyle, and younger brother Erik Menendez have been in California prisons since 1996, serving sentences of life without the possibility of parole for their parents' 1989 slayings.Michael Ruiz, Fox News, 21 Nov. 2024
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“Baptismal name.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/baptismal%20name. Accessed 31 Dec. 2024.
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