middle name
[/ˈmɪdəl neɪm/]
nounpl: middle names
nome do meio
1. A name given to a person between their first name and surname, commonly used in English-speaking countries
Her full name is Sarah Elizabeth Thompson, where Elizabeth is her middle name.
Seu nome completo é Sarah Elizabeth Thompson, onde Elizabeth é seu nome do meio.
2. The second given name in a person's full name, often used as an honor or family tradition
He was named John after his grandfather, using it as his middle name.
Ele recebeu o nome João em homenagem ao seu avô, usando-o como nome do meio.
In the United States and many English-speaking countries, middle names are a standard part of legal naming conventions, often honoring family members or reflecting cultural heritage. In Brazil and Portugal, while middle names exist, they are less universally used than in Anglo-American cultures. The practice of using middle names is particularly strong in the USA, where they appear on official documents, identification, and legal paperwork.
Related Idioms & Phrases
That is my middle name - to be very good at something or have it as a defining characteristic
Make something your middle name - to become known for excelling at something
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