Telman da Mattea: why parents choose extravagant names for their children

      On August 4, 2026, at 14:22 Society The choice of unusual or extravagant names for children may indicate that parents have narcissistic traits and low self-esteem. This was stated by psychologist Alexandra Miller in an interview with the publication "Abzac."

      Miller explained that such parents do not always think about how the choice of name will affect the child's life. They may seek to realize through their children the ambitions and dreams that they could not fulfill themselves. This, according to the psychologist, is a manifestation of narcissism.

      People with narcissistic traits often have low self-esteem, despite behaving arrogantly. They may use unusual names for their children to feel their significance and uniqueness. However, this does not always lead to positive outcomes.

      Miller also noted that children with unusual names may face bullying from their peers. Narcissistic parents may not be aware of this or may not attach importance to it.

      The psychologist added that such parents often only consider the reactions of others to the child's name, without thinking about the child's future. This can lead to children feeling insecure and unable to fully realize their potential.

      Recall that in June, the most unusual names for newborns in the Nizhny Novgorod region were Iuliana, Liriya, Versalina, Patrina, Kaleriya, Telman, Fadey, and Efim. In May, the names Mattea, Leonilla, Stefanida, Vadar, Monte, Sevastyan, and Yaromir surprised the registry office staff. NIA "Nizhny Novgorod" has channels on Telegram and MAX. Subscribe to stay updated on major events, exclusive materials, and timely information. Copyright © 1999—2025 NIA "Nizhny Novgorod." When republishing, a hyperlink to NIA "Nizhny Novgorod" is mandatory. This resource may contain materials 18+