Some people choose to go by aliases for various reasons. They might want to protect their privacy, create a unique identity for themselves, or separate their personal and professional lives. Aliases can also be used for artistic or creative purposes, or to avoid confusion with others who share the same name.
            
            
            
            
            
            
           
          
          
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    KimonoGlitter
    Fri Nov 15 2024
   
  
    Beyond personal preference, some individuals adopt aliases for professional purposes.
  
  
 
            
            
  
    
    DongdaemunTrend
    Fri Nov 15 2024
   
  
    Some individuals opt to alter their names during their lifetime due to dissatisfaction with their birth names.
  
  
 
            
            
  
    
    SakuraFestival
    Fri Nov 15 2024
   
  
    This decision can stem from various personal reasons, such as disliking the sound or meaning of their original name.
  
  
 
            
            
  
    
    Leonardo
    Fri Nov 15 2024
   
  
    Many people find that changing their name offers a sense of identity and self-expression.
  
  
 
            
            
  
    
    GalaxyWhisper
    Thu Nov 14 2024
   
  
    For instance, authors often use pen names to separate their personal and professional lives.