Sophie Charlotte Huijskens. To start off, unlike my dad, my first nor middle name are based on any family relations. The name ‘Sophie’ is originally from French origin and symbolises wisdom. The name ‘Charlotte’ also comes from French origin meaning ‘petite’. My entire family on both my father and mothers side have no connection to France or the French language. However, due from life experience, both names are relatively common amongst Dutch culture.The main reason my parents decided to name me ‘Sophie’ is because the name attracted them the most, and they felt it would develop to match me as a person. Another favourite was the name ‘Charlotte’, and thats why this was chosen to be my middle name. My last name ‘Huijskens’ has been used by all my relatives on my fathers side of the family.
Often times, people will call me by the nickname of Soph. At a younger age, I disliked my name and felt it didn’t match me. Nowadays, people who know me will associate the name ‘Sophie’ specifically with my face and my characteristics. I think that once you are given your name, your identity allows it to be portrayed any way possible. I believe that people will think of enthusiasm, open-mindedness, and kindness when they hear the name Sophie. This is because I personally feel it is quite a ‘soft’ and sweet name, and whenever I meet someone new, I like to leave them the impression of the characteristics listed above.
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