How do you shorten a name?

Abbreviate names with a single letter followed by a period. If two successive letters are abbreviated, do not include spaces between the periods. If a person's full name is abbreviated, use only first letters without periods: JFK (John F. Kennedy), LBJ (Lyndon B.
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Can I shorten my first name?

You can use any name you want. As long as there is no intent to defraud, but it's getting harder due to the "REAL ID act. All of Ms. Straus' responses to questions posted on...
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How is Michael shortened?

A Michael might be Mike, or Mikey, or Micky, or Mick.
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What does it mean to shorten a name?

hypocorism: (also known as a pet name or calling name), is a shorter or diminutive form of a word or given name, for example, when used in more intimate situations as a nickname or term of endearment.
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Is it rude to shorten someones name?

Shortened names are intimate, reserved for the closest friends and family, and that suggests a level of familiarity that you may not have. It's like the verbal equivalent of going up to someone you barely know, throwing an arm heavily around their shoulders, and planting a kiss on their cheek.
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What if a girl gives you nickname?

Originally Answered: What does it mean when a girl gives you a nickname? It means they like you on some level. Whether it be a friendly, or romantic level. If they've given you a nickname that is a playful nickname, and not an insult, then that means that they like you enough to give you a nickname.
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What is a pet form of a name?

noun. An altered form of a name used to express affection or familiarity. 'She told me her name was 'Hania 'which is a name I've never heard before, but just looked up, and its a Polish pet form of Hannah. '' 'Jock [is] a common Scottish pet form of John.
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What is it called when you shorten a name to letters?

An acronym (pronounced AK-ruh-nihm, from Greek acro- in the sense of extreme or tip and onyma or name) is an abbreviation of several words in such a way that the abbreviation itself forms a pronounceable word.
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Are nicknames always shorter?

I'm pretty sure I used to know the term for a nickname that was longer or an expansion of a person's name. EXAMPLE: My name is Sunny but friends sometimes call me Sunshine. Though longer, Sunshine is still a nickname since nicknames don't have to be shorter than the original.
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What is Mickey short for?

Mickey is a given name and nickname almost always masculine and often a short form (hypocorism) of Michael, and occasionally a surname.
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What is the meaning of name Karen?

What Does Karen Mean? Karen originated as a Danish name, arising from the Greek word Aikaterine, which is believed to mean "pure." Kaja and Katherine are both related Danish names. In French, the name can also mean "clear," though it retains the meaning of "pure" across most other backgrounds.
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Who is like God names?

Origin: The name Michael is of Hebrew origin and means “who is like God?” or “gift from God.” It is found in the Old Testament, notably in the Book of Daniel.
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Does it cost money to change your name?

Name changes cost anywhere from under $100 to more than $500, depending on your state. In many states, fees vary in each county, so check with your local probate, family, or district court clerk. Many states still have fees well under $100.
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What age can you change your name?

How old do I have to be before I can change my name? You can change your name informally at any age.
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How long does it take to change your name?

How long does it take to legally change my name? Name change actions can take anywhere from a day, to six (6) months (sometimes even longer). The time it takes for name change actions to be ordered/decreed varies not only from state to state but from county to county and courthouse to courthouse as well.
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What is Peggy short for?

Peggy is a female first name (often curtailed to "Peg") derived from Meggy, a diminutive version of the name Margaret.
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Is Polly short for Elizabeth?

Polly is a nickname, often for either Mary or Dorothy, derived from their respective nicknames Molly and Dolly. Polly is sometimes a name in its own right.
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Is Mary short for Margaret?

Mary is *not* a standard abbreviation for Margaret, but families come up with all sorts of weird nicknames. Margaret is usually pet named to Meg, Meggie, Peg and Peggy.........also Daisy as for the flower Marguerite which looks like a daisy............
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Is FBI an acronym or initialism?

FBI (Federal Bureau of Investigation) is an initialism. AIDS is an acronym, while HIV is an initialism. URL, when pronounced as three separate letters, "U-R-L," is an initialism for Uniform Resource Locator, but many people pronounce it as "earl" or even "yurl," making it an acronym.
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What LOL called?

laugh out loud; laughing out loud.
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Is LOL an acronym or initialism?

Coleman (2012) notes 'LOL', which is an initialism created from the phrase 'laughing out loud', as being a good example of a slang initialism. It can either be an abbreviation or an acronym, depending on whether you choose to spell the word out or pronouncing it like words typically are pronounced (Coleman, 2012: 39).
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Is Babe a pet name?

In 41 out of the 50 states, the reigning most popular pet name in the United States is (drumroll please)…. “babe/baby!” Basically the same word, both cute, and apparently almost universal. In fact, baby emerged as a slang term in the 1920s and has stayed pretty much ubiquitous as a pet name ever since.
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Is Darling a pet name?

Darling. This is about as old-school as a pet name can get. In fact, the term darling dates back to at least the 1590s, when it already meant "very dear, particularly beloved," according to the Online Etymology Dictionary. Using this word is a throwback to the '90s, and in this case that's the 1590s.
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Is Bob a nickname for Robert?

Bob is a male given name or a hypocorism, usually of Robert, and sometimes a diminutive of Bobby. It is most common in English-speaking countries such as the United States, Canada, Ireland, the United Kingdom, Australia, and New Zealand and some African countries.
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Are nicknames flirting?

Pro tip: Nicknames are actually an easy way to flirt with someone. Whether it's a partner you've been with 4ever or just the cutie from the gym, calling them by a nickname seriously works. It's playful, it's kinda intimate, and it makes them feel special.
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