Definition

Noun: - Christian name: A name given to a person, especially a follower of Catholicism, during the baptism ceremony. This name is typically chosen from the names of saints.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • Tên thánh của anh ấy là Phanxicô. (His Christian name is Francis.)
  • Mọi người trong giáo xứ thường gọi nhau bằng tên thánh. (People in the parish often call each other by their Christian names.)
  • Cô ấy đã chọn tên thánh Maria cho con gái mình. (She chose the Christian name Maria for her daughter.)

Advanced Usage

• The term "tên thánh" is specifically used within the context of Catholicism in Vietnam. It is the name by which a person is known in the religious community and is used in sacraments and church records.
• It is common to be addressed by one's "tên thánh" in formal church settings or by fellow parishioners.

Variants and Related Words

• Tên rửa tội: (Baptismal name) - A synonym for "tên thánh", directly referring to the name given at baptism.
• Tên thánh bổn mạng: (Patron saint's name) - Emphasizes that the name is taken from a specific patron saint.

Synonyms

• Christian name
• Baptismal name

Notes on Different Meanings

• "Tên thánh" refers specifically to a name given within the Christian (primarily Catholic) tradition. It is distinct from:
  • Tên khai sinh (Birth name/Given name): The official name on legal documents.
  • Tên gọi ở nhà (Nickname/Pet name): An informal name used within the family.
  • Pháp danh (Dharma name): A name given in Buddhist traditions.

noun

1. christian name