Newsie Nickname

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Synonyms: Newsies Name, NN
See also: The Newsie Nickname Registry
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A newsie nickname is a pseudonym used by a Newsies character or fan. They are typically derived from such things as key features, ethnic background, primary interests, or interesting talents. One popular site was dedicated to preventing duplication of fan nicknames.

Example Use

Characters

  • Jack Kelly goes by "Cowboy" in public and is named for his love of Santa Fe
  • David Jacobs is sometimes called "Mouth" for being a good talker
  • Racetrack Higgins uses a fake first name for his love of horse racing
  • Crutchie is named for his crutch
  • Dutchy is probably German and named for Deutsch
  • Itey is probably Italian
  • Kid Blink is named for his eyepatch
  • Swifty the Rake is named for his speed and his talent as a pickpocket
  • Tumbler is a fan-named character for his dance style

Fans

  • Lute is probably named for the musical instrument
  • Stress is probably named for the emotion
  • Spitfire is probably named after the disposition
  • Laces is probably named for shoelaces

Other