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In general, I prefer full names but it does depend on the name. For example, I think Eliza is fine as a stand alone name. I'd think Elizabeth nn Eliza was a little bit forced. Alex needs a full name IMO. Brielle seems tacky as a full name but fine as a nickname. Benji is baby-ish and needs a full name. I'd hate to be a Benji with nothing to fall back on! Can you imagine President Benji Smith? Or Judge Benji Smith. Ew.

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I have a traditional nickname as a full name, I guess? Elise. I've never met an Elise nn Elisabeth and no one has ever assumed that would be the case. Ever. I think it stands alone just fine. As does Jack and a few others.

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But yes, in general, full names and options are always better.