namesmanship

noun
University
1

The way names are assigned.

2

The art of naming things in order to influence the reactions of others.

3

The pursuit of status by having things named after oneself.

4

The art of name-dropping or giving the names of people who are involved with a project, in order to confer status or legitimacy.

5

Skill in knowing and pronouncing names.

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