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Nicknames
"A rose by any other name...." Towns have 'em, so do schools, universities, states and countries. And even planets. Not to mention politicians, famous criminals and sportsmen. And on the home front, many of your friends and relatives and pets have nicknames. A category dedicated to trivia such as how Robert became Bob; or how Margaret morphed into Peggy.
3,457 Questions
The nickname for the state of California is the Golden State. California is located on the West coast of the United States.
What was Easter Island's nickname?
Easter Island is sometimes nicknamed "Rapa Nui," which is the indigenous name for the island in the Polynesian language.
Which country is called the sugar bowl of the world?
As to my knowledge, the sugar bowl of the world changes (usually annually), as it is most likely given to the country that produces the most sugarcane. In this case, the current holder is Brazil (I have seen Cuba known as the Sugar Bowl of the World before).
What is the German form of the name Damian and what are some nicknames for it used in Germany?
The German form of the name Damian is "Damian". Some common nicknames for Damian in Germany include Dami and Daimi.
What is a cute nickname for Phillip?
"My father's family name being Pirrip, and my Christian name Philip, my infant tongue could make of both names nothing longer or more explicit than Pip. So, I called myself Pip, and came to be called Pip." - Great Expectations
Who are you to argue with Charles Dickens, one of the greatest English language writers of all time?
What is phildelphia's nickname and why?
Philadelphia is known as "The City of Brotherly Love" which originates from its Greek roots "Philos" (love) and "Adelphos" (brother). The nickname reflects the city's commitment to equality, tolerance, and unity among its residents.
What is the popular nickname of the Philippines?
The popular nickname of the Philippines is "Pearl of the Orient Seas."
What is the name Lois short for?
Lois is the feminine form of Louis. Variations are profuse.
See the related House of Names link listed below for more information:
What are some nicknames for the brain?
Some nicknames for the brain include "the grey matter," "the noggin," and "the cranium command center."
Which Francis received the nickname The Frenchman?
Francis Ngannou, a Cameroonian-French mixed martial artist, received the nickname "The Frenchman" due to representing France in international competitions, even though he was born in Cameroon. He is a former UFC Heavyweight Champion and is known for his impressive knockout power in the octagon.
What are some nicknames for the name Phil?
Some common nicknames for the name Phil are Philo, Philly, and Flip.
What is a cute emo nickname for a girl named kira?
KirakanFly, kiracupcake. ??? X
it would be cool if you spelled it like "Kyra"
What country has the nickname of Old England?
No country has the nickname of Old England. England was the first England and the oldest, therefore they could be referred to as Old England.
The northeastern region of the United States is referred to as New England.
What is the proper Hispanic name for nickname of janie?
The proper Hispanic nickname for Janie would be "Juanita."
What does Ehab mean and how to pronounce?
Ehab is an Arabic name that means "gift" or "given as a blessing." It is pronounced as "eh-hab," with the stress on the second syllable.
Ludwig van Beethoven is often referred to as "The Titan" in reference to the immense impact of his music on the classical music world.
What was the nickname of Dr ludwing guttmann?
Dr. Ludwig Guttmann was often referred to as the "father of modern neurology." He was also known for his pioneering work in developing rehabilitation for people with spinal cord injuries.
What is the meaning of the name philpot?
The name Philpot is of English origin and is a variant of the surname Fillpot, which means "person who hawks or sells vessels made out of animal bladders." It is derived from the Middle English word "phyll" meaning fill and "potte" meaning pot.
What are cute nicknames for a girl named Erica?
Eri, Era, Rica, Ri, Ricki, Arie, Airy, Aya, Ery, Rhya, Rikki, Rikky
