Anthroponyms are undoubtedly present in the lexical

wealth of all languages, helping to distinguish individuals and

express their unique characteristics. Nicknames, a type of

anthroponym, reflect the national values of the people who use

them and the relationships between ethnic groups. The formation

and spread of nicknames, alongside the process of language

development over centuries, can be traced back to ancient times.

This article analyzes the factors contributing to the distribution of

nicknames in Uzbek and English languages based on a

comparative-theoretical approach. The research aims to identify

cultural, social, and historical determinants influencing the

formation and popularization of nicknames. The methodology

employs comparative-typological, historical-descriptive,

discursive-pragmatic, and onomastic methods of analysis. Results

indicate that both languages exhibit similarities in occupational,

regional, and mediatization factors. Differences are observed in

the numerical predominance of clan and tribe-based nicknames in

the Uzbek language, while in English, nicknames formed under

the influence of political media are more common. Additionally,

the phenomenon of self-designated nicknames spreading in the

internet environment is highlighted as a contemporary trend. The

article emphasizes that nicknames remain a stable means of

cultural identification and social navigation, maintaining

functional adaptability even in the context of the global

information space.