Should I call her Jessica or Judy - The Complete Guide to Choosing English Names

Author: Chen Bo
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Publish Date: 2006-11-01
Features: Choosing an English name is a popular trend these days, and it also provides convenience for learning English. However, picking an English name is not an easy task. Names like Mary, Elizabeth, and Anne are common, but do they truly match your personality and character? Have you ever thought about being more creative? After reading this book, you might gain a new perspective on choosing an English name. No matter who you are, you deserve a name that is unique and truly fits you! A good English name guide must possess the following characteristics: strong direction, extensive information, accuracy, and a persistent desire to communicate with readers. Yet, the books available for naming today often have certain shortcomings. Some are like dictionaries, listing numerous names with simple Chinese-English translations, leaving readers with more questions than answers. Others resemble gossip or trivial knowledge, selecting names lightly and filled with imaginative speculations rather than reliable facts. As a result, the need to choose an English name is left to chance, hoping for a sudden inspiration or a stroke of luck. This situation is like throwing the 26 letters of the alphabet into the air and reaching out to grab a handful, which is romantic yet frustrating. Are you a youthful and energetic sunshine boy? Or a mature and humorous intelligent man? Do you possess Marilyn Monroe's sensuality and beauty? Or Audrey Hepburn's fresh charm? Does your English name have its own unique flavor? No matter who you are, you deserve a name that is unique and truly fits you!