What's in a Name?
Ever wondered if there was any meaning in your name? My podcast explores all things onomatology... the study of names!
Episodes
125 episodes
S5.21-125 - What's in a Name... "Daithan"
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.<...
S5.20-124 - What's in a Name... "Rebecca"
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 unp...
S5.19-123 - What's in a Name... "Mita"
✨ 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 incredi...
S5.18-122 - What's in a Name... "Steve" - Part Two
In this special Part 2 episode, I’m joined once again by Steve, one of my earliest podcast guests, for a deeper and more reflective conversation on the meaning of names and the role they play in identity, respect, and connection...
S5.17-121 - What's in a Name... "Tiffany"
What’s in a name—and how much power does it really carry?In this episode, host Jayma dives into the fascinating world of onomatology—the study of names—with a deeply reflective and inspiring conversation featuring Tiffan...
S5.16-120 - What's in a Name... "Amber"
In this episode, I sat down with Amber to explore the meaning behind her name — and what started as a conversation about a name that is a "color" turned into something so much deeper.The name Amber traces back to Arabic origins, signify...
S5.15-119 - What's in a Name... "Francois"
What if you've been carrying the meaning of your name your whole life — and didn't even know it?In my latest episode of the podcast, I had the absolute pleasure of sitting down with Francois — a musician, software professional, an...
S5.14-118 - What's in a Name... "Leticia"
What if your name was more than just a name — what if it was your life's calling?In our latest podcast episode, I had the joy of sitting down with my lovely colleague, Leticia — and let me tell you, her name says it all. Rooted in...
S5.13-117 - What's in a Name... "Jennifer"
🎙️ New Podcast Episode | Thought Leadership, Identity & the Future of WorkI’m excited to share my latest podcast conversation with Jennifer McClure—globally recognized keynote speaker, executive advisor, and Founder & Chie...
S5.12-116 - What's in a Name... "John"
In this episode, I had the privilege of sitting down with John, a nonprofit leader and mentor based in Columbus, Ohio. This is the second John I have interviewed. We explored the meaning behind his name—John, which translates to...
S5.11-115 - What's in a Name... "Christie"
I’m excited to share my latest podcast episode featuring Christie Engler, an HR leader with over 20 years of experience and a deep passion for making the world of work better.In this conversation, we explore the meaning behind Chr...
S5.10-114 - What's in a Name... "Ileana" - Part Two
In this special Part Two episode, I’m joined once again by Ileana, joining me from Venezuela, to continue our conversation on names and identity. This time, we go deeper—reflecting on how our first episode impacted her personally.We expl...
S5.09-113 - What's in a Name... "George"
I’m excited to share my latest podcast episode featuring George—a guest whose insights into Greek culture and naming traditions truly captivated me.In our conversation, George revealed the fascinating meaning behind his name, “far...
S5.08-112 - What's in a Name... "Alyssa"
Excited to share the latest episode of my podcast, featuring Alyssa—a remarkable Life Coach whose name has Greek origins meaning “Rational” and “Noble.” Alyssa truly embodies these qualities, both in her approach and her presence.Our con...
S5.07-111 - What's in a Name... "Osazee"
I’m thrilled to announce the latest episode of my podcast, featuring Osazee Thompson. Currently based in Texas, Osazee is a proud U.S. Marine Corps veteran, accomplished author, and respected leadership consultant and speaker.Recently, I...
S5.06-110 - What's in a Name... "Jeff"
I recently had the pleasure of connecting with Jeff Fallick, President of OneDigital’s West Region in California. True to the meaning of his name—“Peace”—Jeff brings a calming presence and a genuine sense of ease to every conversation. His appr...
S5.05-109 - What's in a Name... "Julie"
I’m thrilled to share this latest episode, where I had the pleasure of sitting down with the remarkable Julie Doyle—a distinguished HR leader and consultant whose career has been defined by her passion for people and organizational growth.<...
S5.04-108 - What's in a Name... "Chris"
Excited to share my latest podcast interview with Chris McAlister, Founder of SightShift!What does it mean to lead from your true identity? In my latest podcast episode, I sit down with Chris, whose mission is to help leaders overcome in...
S5.03-107 - What's in a Name... "Kristen"
Excited to share the latest episode of my podcast, where I had the pleasure of interviewing Kristen Mboijana —a colleague I recently met at my company!During our conversation, I was tr...
S5.02-106 - What's in a Name... "Joy" - Part Two
In this episode, I get a chance to sit down with Joy again to explore other names in the Bible, as well as talk about how the podcast has impacted her life. This episode made my heart smile.... I hope you will check it out.
S5.01-105 - What's in a Name... "Ferris"
I had the pleasure of talking with Ferris about her name—whose name means “Iron Worker” and "swift". During our conversation, Ferris shared not only the story behind her name but also the strength she embodies every day. Her conviction, boldnes...
S4.27-104 - What's in a Name... "Eric"
I’m excited to announce the latest episode of my podcast, featuring a dynamic conversation with Eric! This was my second time interviewing someone with this name.The name “Eric” means “eternal ruler” or “ever powerful”—a fitting descript...
S4.26-103 - 2025 Podcast Recap
As 2025 comes to a close, I’m taking this episode to pause and reflect on the journey I’ve experienced—both as a podcast host and as an individual. Looking back over the past year, I’ve realized just how important self-reflection ...
S4.25-102 - What's in a Name... "Grace"
This episode was an inspiring conversation with Grace, whose thoughtful and eloquent responses truly embody the beauty and elegance her name suggests. In this episode, Grace shares her unique perspectives with warmth and clarity, offering insig...
S4.24-101 - What's in a Name... "Vince"
In this inspiring episode, I sit down with Vince—a man whose very name means “conqueror,” and who has truly embodied that spirit throughout his life. From the moment our conversation began, Vince’s warmth and openness made it easy to dive deep ...
