A couple weeks ago, we gave you some tried-and-true methods for finding a new name. And while some of you were ready to let google choose your new alias, not everyone wanted a complete identity overhaul. Some of you feel connected to the name that's been called out—and mispronounced—by every teacher since kindergarten. That's cool, we totally understand. But what we want to know now is, what does your name say about you?
We're not talking about the actual roots of the word's meaning—like, that Katherine means "pure" according to its Greek origin. We're talking about that quick snapshot impression you make when you first meet someone, the associations you have because of others you've known with that name (and if you're a Jacob or Emma, there are probably a lot of people who've shared your name).
So here's our completely unscientific, unproven, based-only-on-experience, breakdown of who you are:
Jessica: You can peg a Jessica before she even introduces herself by her super-school-spirit and way intense friendly energy. She's likely the class president, a member of the French Club, the Math Blasters, the swim team and the recreational volleyball team. You want to hate her but she's just too nice.
Brandon: He's Jessica's counterpart in guy form, the All-American boy. Captain of the football team and also a straight A (with the occasional A-) student, Brandon is the guy everyone wants to be friends with—even the teachers.
Jordan: If this name's attached to a girl, she's uber-cool in that sort of mysterious way. She's able to pull off wearing smoky eyeliner to school without looking overdone and she gets into serious convos about the ethics of the cafeteria food.
If Jordan's a guy, he's probably super chill—the kind of guy who manages to pull off good grades without even trying. He sits at the back of class and constantly texts underneath his desk but still manages to absorb the rules of basic algebra.
Sarah: She's the type of girl you want to hang out with on the weekends cause she can always find something fun to do—whether it's watching a forgotten 80s movie or driving out of town to a nearby tourist attraction, she's taking you on an adventure.
Sara: She's just as cool as the other Sarah, but seems a little exasperated from having to remind everyone that there's no "h" at the end of her name.
Nathan: He seems like a slacker, and while school might not be his number one priority, he puts plenty of energy into the things he cares about—like playing the acoustic guitar and mastering hacky sack tricks (warning: do not try this at home!)
Logan/Hunter/Evan: These guys love a popped collar.
Hannah: A little on the quiet side, it takes her a while to open up. But when she does, she'll belt out the entire "High School Musical" soundtrack word-for-word, note-for-note and she'll even act out a few scenes.
Alright, so who did we get wrong (or completely spot on)? Are there other names that reveal things about their owner before you even know them?
Topics: Life
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