What's in a Name?

Jayma
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Ever wondered if there was any meaning in your name? My podcast explores all things onomatology... the study of names!

  1. S5.26-130 - What's in a Name... "Jayma"

    5d ago

    S5.26-130 - What's in a Name... "Jayma"

    Send us Fan Mail In this milestone episode of What's in a Name?, host Jayma sits down with her very first guest who shares her name, a fellow Jayma podcasting from Northwest Ohio.  A real estate agent, wife, mom, grandmother, and two-time cancer survivor, this Jayma opens up about her journey from disliking her name to embracing its meaning. Together they explore the name's biblical roots in Jacob, the unexpected resonance of meanings like "supplanter," "trickster," and "paradigm shifter," and what it signifies when names change in scripture from Simon to Peter.  The two compare answers across the show's eight signature questions, swap stories about mispronunciations, and reveal which names they'd choose if they had to pick another. A warm, reflective conversation about identity, fresh starts, and finding strength in your name.  Support the show Connect with me on Instagram… https://www.instagram.com/whats_in_a_name_podcast?igsh=N3F0NjQ3bnduc292&utm_source=qr Refine your purpose and leadership skills by joining the Intentional Leadership Network: https://www.intentionalleadernetwork.com/a/2148165226/4EW66BNT

    23 min
  2. S5.25-129 - What's in a Name... "Bonnie"

    Jun 15

    S5.25-129 - What's in a Name... "Bonnie"

    Send us Fan Mail Bonnie: Beauty, Words, and the Stories Names Carry What happens when you interview a fellow name lover who has built an entire aesthetic around the beauty of words? In this episode, Jayma sits down with Bonnie, a guest from Australia whose name means "beautiful" and "good," and whose passion for onomatology runs as deep as her own. A freelance copywriter for high-end fashion and beauty brands, Bonnie shares how a childhood spent living across Italy, France, and Switzerland shaped her lifelong love of names, language, and poetry. She opens up about the family tradition behind her name, why it took years to grow on her, and the playful "baby name Oracle" project she is building behind the scenes. Along the way, Jayma and Bonnie explore the surprising meanings hidden in everyday words, why some words become beautiful names, and how the names we carry can shape who we become. It is a warm, thoughtful conversation about beauty, identity, and the quiet power of a name. Tune in and let it shift your paradigm. Support the show Connect with me on Instagram… https://www.instagram.com/whats_in_a_name_podcast?igsh=N3F0NjQ3bnduc292&utm_source=qr Refine your purpose and leadership skills by joining the Intentional Leadership Network: https://www.intentionalleadernetwork.com/a/2148165226/4EW66BNT

    46 min
  3. S5.24-128 - What's in a Name... "Shirah and Paul"

    Jun 6

    S5.24-128 - What's in a Name... "Shirah and Paul"

    Send us Fan Mail This episode of What's in a Name? features a first for the show: a father-daughter duo, Shirah and Paul, joining me together from Wisconsin. Shirah unpacks how her Hebrew name means "poetic song", while Paul reveals the surprising tension between his first name Paul, meaning "small and humble," and his middle name Lothar, meaning "boastful warrior," a balance he came to embrace only in his 50s.  Along the way they trade theories on whether a name can become a spiritual goal you grow into, dig into the layered symbolism behind everyday words like "song" and "humble," and even reframe the biblical Jacob from "trickster" to relentless paradigm shifter. It is a warm, wide-ranging conversation about identity, family, and the deeper meanings hiding in the names we carry.  Press play and see if it shifts your paradigm too.  Support the show Connect with me on Instagram… https://www.instagram.com/whats_in_a_name_podcast?igsh=N3F0NjQ3bnduc292&utm_source=qr Refine your purpose and leadership skills by joining the Intentional Leadership Network: https://www.intentionalleadernetwork.com/a/2148165226/4EW66BNT

    57 min
  4. S5.23-127 - What's in a Name... "Todd"

    May 28

    S5.23-127 - What's in a Name... "Todd"

    Send us Fan Mail What does your name say about who you are? In this episode, host Jayma sits down with Todd, an entrepreneur, keynote speaker, and mental fitness coach from Akron, Ohio, to explore the meaning behind his name. Derived from Middle English, Todd means "fox" and carries qualities like intelligence, wit, adaptability, and curiosity. The two dig into how those traits show up in Todd's life, his pivot from digital marketing into coaching and speaking, and his upcoming book on reigniting your spark. The conversation also touches on the deeper question of whether our names quietly shape the people we become.  Support the show Connect with me on Instagram… https://www.instagram.com/whats_in_a_name_podcast?igsh=N3F0NjQ3bnduc292&utm_source=qr Refine your purpose and leadership skills by joining the Intentional Leadership Network: https://www.intentionalleadernetwork.com/a/2148165226/4EW66BNT

    27 min
  5. S5.22-126 - What's in a Name... "Cheridan"

    May 21

    S5.22-126 - What's in a Name... "Cheridan"

    Send us Fan Mail What does your name actually mean, and does it fit who you are?  In this episode, Jayma sits down with her friend and colleague Cheridan to find out! Cheridan had no idea what her name meant before this conversation, and let's just say the reveal did not disappoint. A seeker. Bright. Untamed. Sound like anyone you know? Plus, Cheridan shares the wildly romantic story of how she met her husband of nearly 30 years, and it involves a blind date, her brother playing matchmaker, and a wedding just 23 days later. This one is fun, heartfelt, and honestly, it might just send you straight to Google to look up your own name. Support the show Connect with me on Instagram… https://www.instagram.com/whats_in_a_name_podcast?igsh=N3F0NjQ3bnduc292&utm_source=qr Refine your purpose and leadership skills by joining the Intentional Leadership Network: https://www.intentionalleadernetwork.com/a/2148165226/4EW66BNT

    22 min
  6. S5.21-125 - What's in a Name... "Daithan"

    May 15

    S5.21-125 - What's in a Name... "Daithan"

    Send us Fan Mail Your name is the first piece of your identity. And most of us have never thought twice about it. I sat down with Daithan — life coach, photographer, and founder of Future in Focus Coaching — for a conversation that honestly surprised me. Daithan's name means "fountain" in Hebrew. It can also mean life, purity, renewal, divine abundance. And when you look at the work he does — helping people shift their perspective and redirect their lives — it fits perfectly. The business insight? He built an entire brand around a single idea: where you place your focus changes everything. Not just in photography. In strategy, in leadership, in life. "Change your focus, change your life." Simple. But how many of us are running businesses, managing teams, or chasing goals — and haven't stopped to ask if we're focused on the right things? This episode will make you think differently. I hope you will give it a listen. Support the show Connect with me on Instagram… https://www.instagram.com/whats_in_a_name_podcast?igsh=N3F0NjQ3bnduc292&utm_source=qr Refine your purpose and leadership skills by joining the Intentional Leadership Network: https://www.intentionalleadernetwork.com/a/2148165226/4EW66BNT

    58 min
  7. S5.20-124 - What's in a Name... "Rebecca"

    Apr 23

    S5.20-124 - What's in a Name... "Rebecca"

    Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Jayma sits down with Rebecca, an HR consultant and career strategist, to explore the powerful meaning behind the name Rebecca—and how it beautifully mirrors her life and career as a connector. Together, they unpack the Hebrew roots of the name, uncovering themes of connection, strength, binding relationships, and leadership. Rebecca shares how discovering her name’s meaning affirmed what she already intuitively knew about herself: her natural ability to bring people together, remove limitations, and help others thrive—both personally and professionally. The conversation also weaves through nicknames, identity, career titles, and the deeper significance of name changes throughout history, including biblical examples and modern-day relevance. This thoughtful and engaging episode invites listeners to reflect on their own names, the identities they carry, and the roles they step into—reminding us that names, titles, and labels often shape how we see ourselves and how we show up in the world. ✨ If you’ve ever wondered whether your name holds meaning—or power—you won’t want to miss this one. Support the show Connect with me on Instagram… https://www.instagram.com/whats_in_a_name_podcast?igsh=N3F0NjQ3bnduc292&utm_source=qr Refine your purpose and leadership skills by joining the Intentional Leadership Network: https://www.intentionalleadernetwork.com/a/2148165226/4EW66BNT

    22 min
  8. S5.19-123 - What's in a Name... "Mita"

    Apr 16

    S5.19-123 - What's in a Name... "Mita"

    Send us Fan Mail ✨ The Power of a Name — and Why It Matters More Than We Think ✨ In this episode of my podcast, I had the privilege of sitting down with Mita Malik—a marketing and HR executive, author, and powerful storyteller—for an incredibly meaningful conversation about names, identity, and leadership. Mita shared the origin of her name and how her journey with her name has shaped her personal and professional life. From childhood experiences of wanting an “easier” name, to navigating corporate spaces where her name was intentionally mispronounced, her story is a powerful reminder that names are not small details—they are deeply tied to dignity and belonging. One moment that truly stayed with me: “The most basic form of respect is honoring someone’s name.”  We talked about: Why mispronouncing (or renaming) someone—especially from a position of power—can cause lasting harmHow leaders set the tone for inclusion through seemingly “simple” actionsThe courage it takes to reclaim your name and your voiceAnd how knowing the meaning behind your name can actually strengthen confidence and purposeThis conversation reinforced something I deeply believe: leadership starts with respect, and respect starts with names. 🎧 If you’re a leader, a people manager, or simply someone who cares about creating more human workplaces, I hope this episode invites you to reflect—and maybe even ask someone how to correctly pronounce their name today. 👉 I’d love to hear from you in the comments:  Has learning the meaning of your name—or someone else’s—ever changed how you saw yourself or them? #Leadership #Inclusion #Belonging #NamesMatter #EmotionalIntelligence #Podcast #Onomatology #RespectInTheWorkplace Support the show Connect with me on Instagram… https://www.instagram.com/whats_in_a_name_podcast?igsh=N3F0NjQ3bnduc292&utm_source=qr Refine your purpose and leadership skills by joining the Intentional Leadership Network: https://www.intentionalleadernetwork.com/a/2148165226/4EW66BNT

    30 min
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Ever wondered if there was any meaning in your name? My podcast explores all things onomatology... the study of names!

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  • Creator
    Jayma
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    130
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    © 2026 What's in a Name?
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