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There are some questions that are important when finding the right name:
There are some questions that are important when finding the right name:
* Is the name compatible with my cultural or ethnic background? Avoid [[Ethnicity and culture#Cultural_appropriation|cultural appropriation]].
* Do I want a name that was typical around the time I was born? Do I want a vintage feel to the new name? Or would I rather it be uncommon?
* Do I want a name that was typical around the time I was born? Do I want a vintage feel to the new name? Or would I rather it be uncommon?
* Is the name I'm considering potentially a nickname for other names or is it a name that will easily get me nicknamed? Am I okay with this?
* Is the name I'm considering potentially a nickname for other names or is it a name that will easily get me nicknamed? Am I okay with this?