Hello, My name is Viviana, but I will never tell you that. If anyone asks for my name that will get the much shorter version "Viv."

Anytime I am ordering something over the phone, getting Starbucks or even publishing an article I always give my nickname.

People with unique names will probably understand exactly where I am coming, but if you don't let me give you some examples of what happens when I do give my full name.

Example Number 1:

One day this guy asked me what my name was. Feeling adventurous, I said my full name. He came back about five minutes and asked what is was again because, "It has too many syllables." Yes, apparently four syllables is considered too many.

Example Number 2:

Anytime I am in class, and my professor is taking role, I never listen for my name. I always listen for a "Vivian" or "Vivianna."

Example Number 3:

"Vivionna."

Do I really need to say anything here?

Example Number 4:

This is a birthday card my boyfriend gave me.

My own boyfriend can't even spell it right!

He swore it was a one time mistake, but I still give him trouble about it.

So I have come to the conclusion that giving my nickname instead of my full name will save everyone time. Don't get me wrong, I love my name. Anytime I do tell people my full name, I always am told how beautiful and unique it is. So props to my mom for being creative and giving me a rad name even if majority of people can't get it right!