aptonym
/ˈæp.toʊ.nɪm/
Meaning
A proper name that aptly describes the occupation or character of the person, especially by coincidence.
Examples
The following is a selected list of aptonyms, i.e., people whose names and occupations or situation (e.g., workplace) have a close correspondence
New aptonyms appeared for both Matt and Donna at this juncture — "DoorMatt" and "Donnasaur."
Stocked with characters whose names are representative of their failings (aptonyms, a standard comic technique), The Stepsure Letters is not read today outside the university classroom
Word Forms
aptonyms
Etymology
From apt + -onym, on the model of other terms suffixed with -onym.