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n. The title by which any person or thing is known or designated; a distinctive specific appellation, whether of an individual or a class. A descriptive or qualifying appellation given to a person or thing, on account of a character or acts. Reputed character; reputation, good or bad; estimation; fame; especially, illustrious character or fame; honorable estimation; distinction. Those of a certain name; a race; a family. A person, an individual. Christian name. (a) The name a person receives at baptism, as distinguished from surname; baptismal name. (b) A given name, whether received at baptism or not.


 - Given name. See ...