Topics Thoughts & feelings

Is it normal to dislike your name?

Yep.Totally normal

Yes, it’s normal to dislike your name. A name can feel like it doesn’t fit you, or bring up associations you’d rather leave behind.

Your name may feel too formal, too common, hard to pronounce, tied to an awkward memory, or simply unlike you. Plenty of people prefer a nickname or feel more comfortable using a different name, and you don’t need a dramatic reason for that preference to count.

You can try out a nickname or another name with people you trust and see how it feels. Some people grow to like their name; others keep using a different one. Either way, it’s your name to make your own.

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