Names are mysterious things. When you think of a name, you don’t just think of a person, but of a mood, a vibe, an emotion—so many things. You probably also think of a color. Ever wonder what color your name is?
Answer these deep and thoughtful questions about your name, and we’ll tell you which color we see. Will it be a bright and positive yellow? A mysterious green? Or another color entirely?
Questions Overview
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- 4 or more
- A consonant, like C, F, G, P, etc.
- A vowel, like A, E, I, O, or U.
- It starts with a different symbol.
- I'm not sure.
- Super common. I always meet other people who share it.
- Sort of common. Now and then someone else also has it.
- Sort of uncommon. I rarely meet people who also have it.
- Super uncommon. I've never met someone else who has it.
- Yes, a family member or family friend.
- Yes, a historical figure.
- Yes, but I'm not sure who exactly.
- No, or I don't know.
- Yes, all the time. Almost nobody gets it right on the first try.
- Yes, pretty often, but not all the time.
- Sometimes, but not very often. Most people get it.
- Never. Almost everyone knows how to say my name.
- A huge shadow moving underwater, slowly and calmly.
- A flock of birds landing in a bright meadow.
- A busy train station, with people bustling about.
- A ballroom full of elegant gowns and handsome suits.
- Never! I love my name.
- Probably not, but maybe I just haven't found a better name.
- I'd like to, but I can't decide on a new name.
- I'd change it right now if I could. I don't like it.
- Excited.
- Nervous.
- Proud.
- I don't feel any particular way, or I feel something else.
- Absolutely. I feel a close connection with my name.
- Mostly. My name represents me, but not all of me.
- Kind of. My name means a lot to me, but it isn't totally me.
- Not really. My name is just what people call me, nothing more.
- Harsh and hard
- Soft and gentle
- Warm and bright
- Strange and mysterious
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What Colors Mean to Us
As humans we associate different colors with different sounds, thoughts, emotions, and even objects or animals. For example, you might hear the word “sun” and think of colors like red, yellow, or orange, since these are the colors we associate with the sun. And those colors might make you feel comforted, warm, or optimistic, since that’s how sunlight makes you feel!
One way we think about this is with color theory, which is a kind of “soft science” that maps these associations, as well as which colors tend to work together, and how different combinations of colors make us feel.
With that in mind, let’s explore some common color associations:
Red is associated with things like danger, blood, and strength, but it’s also associated with love, passion, and life. As one of the primary colors, meaning no other colors can mix together to create it, it’s one of the pillars of the color spectrum, which is probably part of why we find it so evocative.
Orange is like the midway between red and yellow. It's a positive and upbeat color, like yellow, but it also holds the powerful and passionate associations of red. Maybe that’s why we lend it to a holiday like Halloween, which is both macabre and fun. Orange is a color that’s daring and loud, but also warm and welcoming.
Yellow has maybe the most positive and upbeat associations on the color spectrum, and it’s not hard to see why. It’s the color of sunshine, fresh flowers and autumn leaves. But we all know that there is such a thing as too much yellow, since it’s a fairly loud color that sometimes doesn’t know how to keep its voice down.
Green is the color of nature and all things living. Green trees, shrubs, moss, water. It’s a calming and reassuring color that connects us with something a little primal. It’s also the color of some darker emotions, like envy or resentment, which just speaks to its versatility. Green has the range!
Blue is sometimes called the most calming color on the spectrum. It’s a deep sky or a calm ocean, a breath of fresh air or rejuvenating rain. It’s a thoughtful and contemplative color that tends to soothe our minds. It’s spiritual!
Purple is the color of royalty, luxury, and power. These associations have some historical roots, as purple dyes were often considered rare or difficult to obtain, so only the wealthiest people could enjoy purple clothing. As a mix of red and blue, it’s both passionate and calming, and often represents ambition or extravagance.
Want to learn more?
For more information about the psychology behind colors and sounds, check out these resources:
