Nina Dobrev
Given her lengthy original name, it’s logical that Nina Dobrev opted for something concise and straightforward. The Canadian actress, known for her role in The Vampire Diaries, was born in Bulgaria with the name Nikolina Kamenova Dobreva, reflecting her roots. Choosing Nina from Nikolina and shortening Dobreva to Dobrev emerged as a practical solution, allowing for a streamlined version of her moniker without undergoing a complete name change.
Although a beautiful Eastern European name, using Nikolina Kamenova Dobreva could have proven challenging for TV shows and film credits due to its length and complexity.