forename

Meaning

Noun

A name that precedes the surname.

Verb

1. To assign (someone) a first name.
2. Synonym of prenominate.
3. To appoint in advance.

Synonyms

first name

given name

Christian name

name

appellation

appellative

denomination

designation

proper name

proper noun

title

term

front name

signature

surname

denominations

baptismal name

praenomen

Translations

prénom

Vorname

voornaam

nombre de pila

nom de baptême

prenome

nome

nome di battesimo

nombre

praenomen

prenome

primeiro nome

nome

nome de batismo

Pronounced as (IPA)

/ˈfɔːneɪm/

Etymology

From fore- + name.