Meaning of the word "given name" in English

What does "given name" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

given name

US /ˈɡɪvən neɪm/
UK /ˈɡɪvən neɪm/

Noun

a person's first name, as opposed to their surname

Example:
Please write your given name and surname on the form.
Her full name is Sarah Jane Smith, with Sarah Jane being her given name.