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Etienne Reveals Pronunciation Shock: 'Ay-chan' Not 'Ee-tee-ehn'!
14 Mar
Summary
- Travis Etienne's last name is pronounced 'Ay-chan', not 'Ee-tee-ehn'.
- Etienne plays for the New Orleans Saints, replacing Alvin Kamara.
- Several NFL players have names that are commonly mispronounced.
Travis Etienne Jr., the new running back for the New Orleans Saints, has clarified the pronunciation of his last name. During his introductory press conference, Etienne revealed that his surname is pronounced 'Ay-chan,' a detail that has surprised many NFL fans and media members who have consistently used the 'Ee-tee-ehn' pronunciation since his college days.
Etienne is poised to take over as the Saints' starting running back, filling the role previously held by Alvin Kamara. He acknowledged that he intentionally allowed the common mispronunciation of his name to continue during his time at Clemson, finding it easier for announcers. His iconic 'ETN' nickname may now fall out of use.
This situation highlights a recurring theme in the NFL, where several prominent players' names are frequently mispronounced. De'Von Achane of the Miami Dolphins shares a similar name pronunciation, and Alvin Kamara also experienced initial difficulties with his name being correctly enunciated. Other notable players who have faced similar challenges include Marcus Mariota, Tua Tagovailoa, and Amon-Ra St. Brown.
