byname (Meaning)

Wordnet

byname (n)

a familiar name for a person (often a shortened version of a person's given name)

Webster

To give a nickname to.

In medieval times, individuals often went by their byname rather than their given names.
The bard was known by his byname, which honored his skillful storytelling.
Amongst his peers, he was affectionately known by the byname "Swiftfoot" due to his agility.
The warrior earned his byname "Ironclad" for his unwavering resolve in battle.
She gained her byname "Silver Tongue" for her persuasive speaking abilities.
The pirate captain's byname "Blackbeard" struck fear into the hearts of sailors.
His byname "the Wise" reflected his reputation for sage advice and prudent decisions.
Throughout history, many rulers have adopted bynames to convey their qualities or aspirations.
In the criminal underworld, individuals often operate under bynames to conceal their true identities.
The byname "the Great" is often attributed to leaders who have left a significant mark on history.

a familiar name for a person (often a shortened version of a person's given name)To give a nickname to.

epithet,nickname, surname,moniker, pseudonym, cognomen, alias, sobriquet, soubriquet, monicker

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In medieval times, individuals often went by their byname rather than their given names.

The bard was known by his byname, which honored his skillful storytelling.

Amongst his peers, he was affectionately known by the byname "Swiftfoot" due to his agility.

The warrior earned his byname "Ironclad" for his unwavering resolve in battle.