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What's in a Name?

What's in a Name?

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 Ever wondered if there was any meaning in your name? My podcast explores all things onomatology... the study of names!All rights reserved by WRKdefined Christianity Personal Development Personal Success Spirituality
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  • S6.12-146 - "Lyndsey" - Love, Protection, and Supporting Grieving Parents

    S6.12-146 - "Lyndsey" - Love, Protection, and Supporting Grieving Parents
    31 Oct 2026
    This episode answers two questions: what can a first name's meaning tell us about who we are, and how can friends and family truly help a parent who has lost a child. The first part looks at the origin, history, and symbolism of a name and why people often grow into a name's meaning. The second part is a candid conversation about grief ten months after losing a child, covering what helps, what hurts, and how to show up in specific, practical ways. Listeners will leave with clear ideas for comforting someone in grief and for thinking about their own name. Key Takeaways A first name's origin and symbolism can give a person a set of ideals to grow toward, even if their parents chose it simply because they liked it. Names can be misheard or misspelled, and those small moments often shape how comfortable a person feels with their name. Many people find that the meaning of their name lines up with their values and career, such as a drive for justice or a caretaker role. In the Bible, name changes like Abram to Abraham and Saul to Paul can be read as a statement about identity and who a person becomes, not who their past says they are. Phrases like everything happens for a reason or comparing losses often feel unhelpful to someone in grief. Saying let me know what you need puts the burden on the grieving person, so offer something specific, such as bringing dinner on a certain day. Sitting with someone, listening without advice, and sending a short check-in message can matter more than the right words. Remembering important dates, like birthdays and anniversaries, shows a grieving person that their loved one is still remembered. Grief often begins with a haze of adrenaline and becomes more pronounced as time passes, and it changes rather than ends. Prayer, gratitude, and a supportive community were described as the most reliable sources of peace on hard days. Timestamps 01:32 – Do you know what your first name means? 03:52 – How a name's popularity and symbolism shape identity 11:39 – Does the meaning of your name affect how you act? 13:30 – Why names change in the Bible 17:48 – Unhelpful things people say to grieving parents 19:52 – Why let me know what you need falls short 21:31 – The fear of forgetting a loved one over time 24:32 – Finding comfort and hope after losing a child 28:15 – What a friend can do that truly comforts 30:14 – Small things that bring peace on hard days Keywords how to support a grieving parent, what to say to someone who lost a child, unhelpful things to say to someone grieving, grief after losing a child, meaning of a first name, how names shape identity, name meanings and personality, biblical name changes, comforting a friend in grief, coping with grief with faith and gratitude Refine your purpose and leadership skills by joining the Intentional Leadership Network: https://www.intentionalleadernetwork.com/a/2148165226/4EW66BNT
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    35 dk.
  • S6.11-145 - "Dysheen" - How an Uncommon Name Shapes Your Identity

    S6.11-145 - "Dysheen" - How an Uncommon Name Shapes Your Identity
    24 Oct 2026
    What does your name mean, and does it affect who you become? This conversation looks at how a name’s meaning, origin story, and pronunciation can shape self-image, creativity, and the way other people treat you. It covers growing up with an uncommon name, learning to embrace it as an adult, and how names can affect hiring decisions. It also looks at why names change in the Bible. If you have an unusual name, are researching name meanings, or want to understand name bias at work, this episode gives you a clear, personal perspective. Key Takeaways Researching the meaning of a name can lead to unexpected connections between who you are and what your name symbolizes. Family stories about how a name was chosen can differ, and the story itself often becomes a lasting icebreaker. An unusual name can feel like a burden in childhood, especially in schools and communities where most names are common. Many people come to appreciate a unique name as an adult, particularly in creative fields where standing out is an advantage. When someone mispronounces your name, the effort they make to learn it says a lot about their respect for you. Many people feel their name influences how others treat them, which in turn shapes their path and personality. Names that sound ethnic or unfamiliar can lead to bias in resume screening and job interviews, including concerns about automated hiring tools. Appearance and name can both trigger snap judgments in hiring, even when the candidate and qualifications are the same. Name changes in the Bible are often read as a sign of transition, with a new name marking a new chapter in a person’s life. Embracing what makes you different can change how you see your work, your relationships, and your sense of purpose. Timestamps 02:08 – Do you know the meaning of your own name? 03:37 – Researching an uncommon name and what it might mean 04:40 – Finding a similar name that means sight or vision 08:18 – How parents choose a name and the story behind it 14:52 – Wishing for a different name while growing up 19:10 – How it feels when your name is mispronounced 20:37 – Does the meaning of your name shape how you see the world? 26:06 – Does a name change how people treat you? 27:22 – Name bias in resumes and job interviews 31:37 – Why names change in the Bible and what it signifies Keywords meaning of your name, unusual names, name meaning and identity, name mispronunciation, name bias in hiring, resume discrimination, how names shape personality, origin of a name, Bible name changes, embracing a unique name Refine your purpose and leadership skills by joining the Intentional Leadership Network: https://www.intentionalleadernetwork.com/a/2148165226/4EW66BNT Go follow Dysheen on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/3dm_photography/?hl=en
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    40 dk.
  • S6.10-144 - "Monica" - Choosing an English Name After Moving Countries

    S6.10-144 - "Monica" - Choosing an English Name After Moving Countries
    18 Oct 2026
    A business systems analyst from Calgary, Alberta learns for the first time what the name Monica means and shares the story of how she got it. Born in China with the birth name Meng, she moved to Canada at age 12, and her parents picked Monica from a list of English names in the back of a dictionary, limited to names that started with M and that they could pronounce. Listeners will learn the Latin and Greek origins of Monica, why the ending "ica" is linked to bringing joy, how attending eight schools by ninth grade shaped her sense of solitude, and whether knowing a name's meaning can influence how a person acts. The conversation also covers name changes in the Bible, the study of names known as onomatology, and whether names affect how job applicants are judged. Key Takeaways The name Monica comes from Latin and means advisor or one who advises, with related meanings of to warn or to remind. The first letters of Monica are linked to a Greek word meaning alone, single, or solitary. In some traditions, the ending ika is associated with someone who brings joy. Monica peaked in United States popularity in 1977 and ranked 39th among newborn girl names in the 1970s. Immigrant families often select English names based on what is easy for the parents to pronounce. The Chinese name Meng can mean dream and is also associated with eldest or firstborn. Moving frequently as a child can make deep friendships harder and create a sense of solitude, even for an extrovert. Learning the meaning of your name can shape how you want to act and who you want to become. Onomatology is the study of names and their meanings, and there are few accessible resources on it. Research suggests names can lead to prejudgment in hiring, so name meanings should never be used to screen candidates. Timestamps 00:36 – Growing up between China and Canada and working as a business systems analyst 01:37 – What the name Monica means in Latin and Greek 03:04 – How moving to eight schools shaped friendships and solitude 06:54 – How an English name was chosen from a dictionary at age 12 08:05 – The meaning of the Chinese birth name Meng 10:15 – Why wanting a different name was limited by the letter M 12:22 – Can the meaning of a name shape behavior 13:20 – Why the Bible records people's names being changed 15:22 – How a personal discovery led to studying name meanings 19:12 – Should hiring managers judge candidates by their names Keywords meaning of the name Monica, Monica name origin, name meanings, picking an English name, immigrant name change, Chinese and English names, onomatology, name changes in the Bible, name bias in hiring, identity and belonging Refine your purpose and leadership skills by joining the Intentional Leadership Network: https://www.intentionalleadernetwork.com/a/2148165226/4EW66BNT
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    25 dk.
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