Looking for a new name for myself

[name_m]Hi[/name_m] everyone, I am a detrans person who is currently in the process of a name change for both personal and trauma-related reasons. At first, I went back to my birthname, but it only brought back painful memories and reminded me of the very things that led me to transitioning in the first place. So, I’m now looking for another name that truly reflects who I am and allows me to move forward and leave that chapter of my life behind.

When it comes to names, I tend to prefer shorter ones that evoke imagery of 70s punk culture and urban vibes. Nothing that starts with a B and it should have a strong, positive meaning. I would truly appreciate hearing any suggestions or ideas you wonderful people might have.

Thank you so much in advance.

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Names that give me 70’s punk vibes:
[name_f]Donna[/name_f]
[name_u]Erin[/name_u]
[name_f]Tara[/name_f]
[name_f]Jill[/name_f]
[name_f]Renee[/name_f]- means reborn
[name_u]Jodi[/name_u]
[name_u]Tracey[/name_u]
[name_u]Shelly[/name_u]
[name_u]Terry[/name_u]
[name_u]Stacy[/name_u]- means resurrection
[name_u]Mandy[/name_u]- means ‘she must be loved’
[name_f]Adrienne[/name_f]
[name_f]Joy[/name_f]
[name_u]Joyce[/name_u]- joyous
[name_u]Sunny[/name_u]

Short names with a positive meaning:
[name_f]Jovie[/name_f]- jovial
[name_f]Audrey[/name_f]- noble strength
[name_f]Rita[/name_f]- pearl, truth & order
[name_f]Trudy[/name_f]- spear of strength
[name_f]Valerie[/name_f] -strength & health
[name_u]Hani[/name_u]- joyful
[name_f]Kiki[/name_f]- double happiness
[name_f]Keiko[/name_f]- bappy child
[name_f]Leta[/name_f]- glad, joyous
[name_f]Rena[/name_f]- joyous melody
[name_f]Ronia[/name_f]- gods joyful song
[name_f]Trixie[/name_f]- she who brings happiness

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Ruth
Ruby
Connie
Dianne
Heidi
Ramona
Josie
Ruby
Cherry

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[name_f]Susie[/name_f]
[name_f]Heidi[/name_f]
[name_f]Dawn[/name_f]
[name_f]Nina[/name_f]
[name_f]Libby[/name_f]
[name_u]Connie[/name_u]
[name_f]Rochelle[/name_f]
[name_f]Lina[/name_f]

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[name_u]Welcome[/name_u] to Nameberry! :slight_smile:

Here are some ideas, based on what you wrote…

Names from '70s musicians:

[name_f]Chrissie[/name_f]
[name_f]Debbie[/name_f]
[name_f]Gina[/name_f]
[name_u]Jackie[/name_u]
[name_u]Joan[/name_u]
[name_f]Kristy[/name_f]
[name_f]Lita[/name_f]
[name_f]Lorna[/name_f]
[name_u]Marie[/name_u]
[name_f]Nina[/name_f]
[name_f]Patti[/name_f]
[name_u]Sandy[/name_u]
[name_f]Tessa[/name_f]

Names meaning strong / warrior / victory:

[name_u]Asta[/name_u]
[name_f]Audra[/name_f]
[name_f]Audrey[/name_f]
[name_u]Gabi[/name_u]
[name_u]Louise[/name_u]
[name_f]Nicole[/name_f]
[name_u]Nikki[/name_u]
[name_f]Sia[/name_f]
[name_f]Signy[/name_f]
[name_f]Sisu[/name_f]
[name_u]Sloane[/name_u]
[name_f]Tillie[/name_f]
[name_f]Tori[/name_f]
[name_f]Valda[/name_f]
[name_f]Vika[/name_f]

Names meaning new / spring / beginning / health / life:

[name_f]Aviva[/name_f]
[name_f]Eloise[/name_f]
[name_f]Kelda[/name_f]
[name_u]Nova[/name_u]
[name_f]Salvia[/name_f]
[name_f]Valerie[/name_f]
[name_f]Viva[/name_f]

Very best wishes for health & happiness as you move forward! :blossom:

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