The Sound Of Your Name
- People with softer, sonorant names like Marla or Samantha (names that flow from the tongue easily) are perceived to be more agreeable and warm.
- Names that sound sharp and abrupt like Eric or Kirk are perceived to have a cold nature.
- Names that are uncommon and rare often have an unusual career like that of a judge or film director.
- An unusual name can shape us into being more creative and open-minded, according to US research.
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