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Sometimes longer than the person's name, a nickname is usually derived via linguistic rules. [36] However, in contrast to English use, hypocoristic names in Spanish are only used to address a person in a very familiar environment – the only exception being when the hypocoristic is an artistic name (e.g. Nacho Duato born Juan
The list of regional nicknames used in English language includes nicknames for people based on their locality of origin (birthplace, place of permanent residence, or family roots). Nicknames based on the country (or larger geopolitical area) of origin may be found in the List of ethnic slurs .
Pages in category "Spanish masculine given names" The following 200 pages are in this category, out of approximately 344 total. This list may not reflect recent changes .
Simón Bolívar (in Spanish, "culo de hierro"), Venezuelan/Colombian general. So named by the llanero cavalry of José Antonio Páez for Bolívar's ability to endure long rides on horseback. [58] "Ishkhan" – Nikoghayos Poghos Mikaelian, Armenian freedom fighter "The Iron General " – Gianni Polli, Italian General Commander of Bersaglieri of ...
The naming customs of Hispanic America are similar to the Spanish naming customs practiced in Spain, with some modifications to the surname rules.Many Hispanophones in the countries of Spanish-speaking America have two given names, plus like in Spain, a paternal surname (primer apellido or apellido paterno) and a maternal surname (segundo apellido or apellido materno).
Jimmy, the first president to use his nickname in an official capacity, rather than his first name James. [155] Jimmy Cardigan, got the nickname after he wore a sweater instead of a suit one day [17] The Peanut Farmer, [156] he owned a peanut farm and fostered this image in his early campaigns, as a contrast to elite Washington insiders.
Jhon is an alternative spelling of the English given name John. Its usage is popular in South America , especially in Colombia , where it is one of the most common names in the country. [ 1 ] [ 2 ] [ 3 ]
In Viking societies, many people had heiti, viðrnefni, or kenningarnöfn (Old Norse terms for nicknames) [6] which were used in addition to, or instead of, the first name. In some circumstances, the giving of a nickname had a special status in Viking society in that it created a relationship between the name maker and the recipient of the nickname, to the extent that the creation of a ...