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I've tried a few things with the name: I have changed my name but I eventually stutter on my new name as well. I've also done things where I preface saying my name by saying 'I actually stutter pretty badly while saying my name so how about if we continue the conversation for a bit and I'll let you know my name as we talk.' and then I slip my name in while talking about something else, which works. I also have business cards to hand out with name on them and I make a joke while handing the card to the person. I also make up fun self-depreciating nicknames for my self in relaxed situations. I've also recorded my name on my phone to playback on speaker when asked. In formal settings, like a job interview or a business meeting, I always tell them I have a stutter before I meet them which makes me stutter less and takes the pressure off. Lots of options! But the important thing is to have confidence and push through.