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What's in a Name?

What's in a Name?

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Ever wondered if there was any meaning in your name? My podcast explores all things onomatology... the study of names!All rights reserved by WRKdefined Catechesi ed evangelismo Cristianesimo Spiritualità Successo personale Sviluppo personale
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  • S6.10-144 - "Monica" - Choosing an English Name After Moving Countries

    S6.10-144 - "Monica" - Choosing an English Name After Moving Countries
    Oct 18 2026
    A business systems analyst from Calgary, Alberta learns for the first time what the name Monica means and shares the story of how she got it. Born in China with the birth name Meng, she moved to Canada at age 12, and her parents picked Monica from a list of English names in the back of a dictionary, limited to names that started with M and that they could pronounce. Listeners will learn the Latin and Greek origins of Monica, why the ending "ica" is linked to bringing joy, how attending eight schools by ninth grade shaped her sense of solitude, and whether knowing a name's meaning can influence how a person acts. The conversation also covers name changes in the Bible, the study of names known as onomatology, and whether names affect how job applicants are judged. Key Takeaways The name Monica comes from Latin and means advisor or one who advises, with related meanings of to warn or to remind. The first letters of Monica are linked to a Greek word meaning alone, single, or solitary. In some traditions, the ending ika is associated with someone who brings joy. Monica peaked in United States popularity in 1977 and ranked 39th among newborn girl names in the 1970s. Immigrant families often select English names based on what is easy for the parents to pronounce. The Chinese name Meng can mean dream and is also associated with eldest or firstborn. Moving frequently as a child can make deep friendships harder and create a sense of solitude, even for an extrovert. Learning the meaning of your name can shape how you want to act and who you want to become. Onomatology is the study of names and their meanings, and there are few accessible resources on it. Research suggests names can lead to prejudgment in hiring, so name meanings should never be used to screen candidates. Timestamps 00:36 – Growing up between China and Canada and working as a business systems analyst 01:37 – What the name Monica means in Latin and Greek 03:04 – How moving to eight schools shaped friendships and solitude 06:54 – How an English name was chosen from a dictionary at age 12 08:05 – The meaning of the Chinese birth name Meng 10:15 – Why wanting a different name was limited by the letter M 12:22 – Can the meaning of a name shape behavior 13:20 – Why the Bible records people's names being changed 15:22 – How a personal discovery led to studying name meanings 19:12 – Should hiring managers judge candidates by their names Keywords meaning of the name Monica, Monica name origin, name meanings, picking an English name, immigrant name change, Chinese and English names, onomatology, name changes in the Bible, name bias in hiring, identity and belonging Refine your purpose and leadership skills by joining the Intentional Leadership Network: https://www.intentionalleadernetwork.com/a/2148165226/4EW66BNT
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    24 min
  • S6.09-143 - "Melissa" - How Your Name's Meaning Shapes Your Identity

    S6.09-143 - "Melissa" - How Your Name's Meaning Shapes Your Identity
    Oct 9 2026
    What does the name Melissa mean, and can a name's meaning influence who we become? In this conversation, an Indianapolis empty nester learns that her name comes from the Greek word for honeybee and reflects on how bee symbolism, including hard work, community, sweetness, and healthy boundaries, mirrors her persistent personality. She shares what it was like to be named after her aunt, why she spent her childhood wishing she had a different name, and how growing up without a middle name affected her. The episode also explores why name changes appear in the Bible, how a parent's own name experience shapes the names they choose for their children, why naming a son can feel more permanent than naming a daughter, and how many people come to love a name they once disliked. Key Takeaways The name Melissa has Greek origins and means honeybee. Bees symbolize hard work, teamwork, prosperity, and protecting your energy and boundaries. A family nickname or story connected to a name can shape how a child sees themselves for years. Being named after a relative can make a name feel special and create a lasting bond. Many people wish for a different name as children and grow to love their own name as adults. Small details like not having a middle name can feel significant during childhood. Believing your name carries a strong meaning can build confidence and a sense of leadership. Biblical name changes, such as Abram to Abraham, invite reflection on how names connect to purpose. Parents who struggled with their own names often choose names for their children that are easy to pronounce. Sons typically keep their names and initials for life, which can make choosing a boy's name feel weightier. Timestamps 00:00 – Introduction and guest background 05:38 – Did she know what her name meant 06:02 – Greek origin of the name and bee symbolism 08:11 – Being named after a family member 08:44 – Childhood wish for a different name 10:52 – Growing up without a middle name 13:37 – How a name's meaning shapes personality 14:42 – Why the Bible records name changes 16:57 – How your own name influences naming children 18:41 – Learning to love the name you were given Keywords Melissa name meaning, what does Melissa mean, name meaning honeybee, bee symbolism, meaning of names, named after a family member, disliking your name, choosing baby names, biblical name changes, name and identity Refine your purpose and leadership skills by joining the Intentional Leadership Network: https://www.intentionalleadernetwork.com/a/2148165226/4EW66BNT
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    15 min
  • S6.08-142 - "Jeff" - Part Two - How to Find Peace in Grief

    S6.08-142 - "Jeff" - Part Two - How to Find Peace in Grief
    Oct 3 2026
    A returning guest joins the show two years after his first appearance to talk about how the meaning of his name became a guiding value, and how that value carried him through the sudden loss of his wife. Listeners will learn why choosing a child's name with intention and sharing the story behind it can build a lasting sense of belonging, why grief cannot be rushed or scheduled, and what re-grieving looks like around holidays, birthdays, and everyday moments. The conversation also offers practical guidance for anyone unsure what to say, or not say, to someone who is grieving, and explains why steady, long-term presence matters more than advice. The host shares her own experience with empty nest grief after sending her oldest child to college. Key Takeaways Learning the meaning of your name can turn a piece of trivia into a personal value you live by every day. Asking someone about their name is a simple, meaningful way to start a conversation about identity. Parents can give children a sense of belonging by choosing a name with intention and telling the story behind it often. Grief does not follow a schedule, and the healthiest path is to walk through it rather than numb out. Growth often comes from learning to live with tension, such as feeling sadness and excitement about the same change. Healing from grief rarely moves in a straight line, and setbacks are a normal part of the process. Comments like "she's in a better place" often ease the speaker's discomfort more than the griever's pain. The most helpful thing you can offer a grieving person is your presence, not advice, and that presence matters for years. Re-grieving is normal, and milestones, holidays, and ordinary moments can bring a loss back to the surface. Grief does not shrink over time, but people grow bigger around it, and sharing grief with others can make it feel lighter. Timestamps 04:38 – How a name's meaning can shape difficult conversations 08:00 – Using names as a conversation starter 14:23 – Should parents look up baby name meanings 22:11 – Finding peace in the early days of grief 27:15 – Walking through grief instead of numbing out 29:18 – Learning to live with tension during big life changes 34:51 – Coping with anniversaries, birthdays, and holidays after a loss 41:25 – Unhelpful things people say to someone grieving 50:46 – What re-grieving is and why past losses resurface 63:52 – Small, consistent ways to support someone through grief Refine your purpose and leadership skills by joining the Intentional Leadership Network: https://www.intentionalleadernetwork.com/a/2148165226/4EW66BNT Keywords grief support, how to help a grieving friend, losing a spouse, widower grief, re-grieving, what not to say to someone grieving, empty nest grief, meaning of names, name and identity, living with loss
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    1 ora e 18 min
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