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[Opinions] Have you ever felt like you perceived name differently from other people?
In my case, I feel like I recognize names similarly to most people, but other times I feel like I recognize them differently. And since I am not from an English-speaking country, you may feel free to ask me questions about name recognition in English-speaking countries.

This message was edited 1/27/2024, 6:26 AM

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I certainly do. Whereas most people check names for spelling, pronunciation, meaning, rhythm, etc, the feel of the name is most important to me. I dislike names that feel "rough" (Jackson) and "raucous" (Killian) and so I look for names which provide the best of both worlds -- maybe a bit harsh on the surface, but beautiful and pleasant inside.
Thats funny - I love Jackson but strongly dislike Killian.
Thank you.