Nicknames are dying out, according to the Wall Street Journal. Giving someone a catchy or amusing moniker often used to be “a sign of affection” – but nicknames are thought to be becoming less common, thanks to a fear of causing offence or sounding unprofessional.
If you’ve ever had – or still have – a nickname, we want to hear from you. How did your nickname originate? Did you like it – or hate it? Tell us about it below.
