Miss Manners: How can I move the conversation when my old name is mentioned?
Leila Ahmed
Leila Ahmed
Reporter · Syracuse, NY
A graduate of the University at Buffalo, Leila has spent five years in journalism, previously working at a community-focused news outlet in Rochester, NY. She specializes in uncovering the diverse voices and cultural richness of Syracuse’s neighborhoods, bringing their stories to light.
More from Leila →Reporter · Saturday, October 31, 2026 at 1:00 PM · 1 min read
Dear Miss Manners: I have a name that’s an obvious nickname — think Maggie, short for Margaret. I had my name legally changed to “Maggie” because I hate “Margaret.”