So, I’ve been messing around with this whole “transsexual names” thing lately, and let me tell you, it’s been a journey. I mean, who knew picking a name could be such a big deal? But for trans folks, it’s like, a really important step. It’s all about finding a name that truly fits who you are, you know?
First, I hit up this website, “Name Finder.” It’s pretty cool because you can punch in all sorts of criteria. You want a name that starts with a certain letter? Ends with a specific sound? You can even filter by popularity or nationality. I spent hours on there, just playing around with different options.
Then I stumbled upon this article by a trans activist, Lewis Hancox. He was sharing his tips for coming out as trans, and it got me thinking about the whole name-choosing process. It’s not just about finding a name you like, but also about how you’re going to introduce that name to the world. That’s a whole other can of worms.
Experimenting and Gathering Feedback
I started trying out different names in my head, seeing how they felt. I even wrote them down, like I was practicing my signature or something. It was kind of weird at first, but also kind of exciting. Like I was trying on different outfits to see which one fit best.
- Tried out names in my head.
- Wrote down names, practiced signatures.
- Asked a close friend to use a new name.
One thing I read was that the easiest way to get used to a new name is to have people close to you start using it. So, I asked a really good friend of mine if she’d be willing to call me by a different name for a while. It felt awkward at first, for both of us, but eventually, it started to feel more natural. Still, I wasn’t 100% sold on that particular name.
Exploring Different Naming Conventions
I did some more digging and found out that in many languages, you can feminize a name by adding a suffix like “a,” “ia,” or “ina.” For example, “Joseph” becomes “Josephina.” That got me thinking about whether I wanted to go with something traditionally feminine or maybe something more gender-neutral.
But then I thought, what if I don’t want to stick to traditional names at all? I mean, who says a name has to be a “name”? I started looking into naming myself after, like, a city or an object that means something to me. It’s definitely an unconventional approach, but hey, it’s my name, right? I can do whatever I want with it! I started experimenting with just mashing up sounds or letters that I like. It was kind of like creating my own language. I came up with some pretty weird stuff, but it was fun, and that’s what matters, right?
So, yeah, that’s where I’m at right now. Still haven’t landed on “the one,” but I’m getting closer. It’s a process, and I’m learning a lot about myself along the way. And hey, if you’re going through something similar, just know that you’re not alone. It’s okay to take your time, try out different things, and see what feels right. And if you ever want to bounce some name ideas off someone, hit me up! I’m always happy to lend an ear.
