Any Other Name

"A rose by any other name would smell as sweet." - Anne Shirley disagreed with this statement and I just might be inclined to side with her. Names really do affect our perception of things and people.

Take, for instance, the name Ian. I don't want to offend anyone with this name, but the truth is that I have yet to meet an Ian that I like. Hollywood seems to agree with me, too. Think about it!

Ian Hawke: The antagonist in the chipmunk movies

Ian Howe: Antagonist in National Treasure

 Ian Bowles: Not as bad as Ian Howe, but he's just a jerk! (From Emily of New Moon)

Ian Edgerton: Okay, this guy is actually rather cool, but he definitely has issues! I know that he wants the best, but the way he goes about it... 

So... An Ian by any other name would probably be a better person. Based on my experience. =P