Names

[chibiwings]

I was randomly browsing a thread asking people their English names on a Baidu tieba (so the people answering should be mostly mainland Chinese)...and there were some really bizarre names out there. I don't know if people seriously use them or not, but who in their right mind would call themselves "Snail"? Or "Bulb," "Fish," "Seashell," or "Why

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[sherryillk]

I've always wondered how people can choose an English name for themselves... There are so many choices out there and to pick one that would fit you personally seems like something incredibly difficult. I'm just thankful that I was given an English name so I would never have to go through that experience.

Although, I personally think Seashell would be a pretty name to pick, maybe for a really free spirited girl.

[chibiwings]

Yea, the naming process can be daunting in that sense. You could go simply by how a name sounds, or you can delve deeper and look at the meanings too. There's also the issue of how common a name is--with so many people trying to avoid overly common names like John and Mary, we end up with some pretty strange names. Picking a bad name for your child can result in them being laughed at... So many issues to consider! :)

Seashell could be a pretty name, but it could be awkward for some too. Still, it's the better one among the others. XD

[twinbells]

I still can't get over many of the names I see in HK: Angelababy, Kawaii, Mango, Banana... -__-

[chibiwings]

Hahaha you're right XD I've always wondered at the fruit names too. At least Angelababy is just her nickname, but the others... o_O;