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Is the name 'Zander' kind of babyish? I have been using 'Zander' as my English name for a couple of years, but it seems that this name is kind of babyish(As far as I know, it's a nickname of 'Alexander', and it's a common last name for many Americans, but I use it as first name ). I really want to know real opinions of native speakers for this name. What's your thought when you heard of this name? By the way, I would appreciate if you could recommend me for some other English names. My first name is Zheng, so I really hope the name would sound like 'Zheng' to some extent, just like 'Zander'.

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It sounds perfectly fine to me. Al, Alex and Lex are also shorter versions of Alexander, but not babyish either. "Zandy" would sound babyish (and girly).
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I don't think it is immature sounding at all, but it's a little strange to have it as your main name instead of a nickname. It's like picking Mike instead of Michael. That said, if you like it, go for it. Personally, though, I think you should stick with Zheng. It lets people know that you are Chinese and not ashamed of it. I prefer the names Zheng, Satoshi, and Hyun-woo to Jack, Sam, and Hank if the former ones are their true given names. Most people I've talked to feel the same way; it seems more authentic to keep your real name. By the way, though, I think it's a good idea to invert the order when you're describing your name in English. So if I were 薄熙来 and somebody asked my name, I'd say Xilai because that is his given name, if that makes sense. Anyway, that's just what I think sounds the best as a native speaker, but do whatever you want.
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It would definitely be an uncommon name which can be a good thing! To be honest if you like it that's the main thing, just go with whatever makes you happy!! I don't think it is particularly childish at all.

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