It used all the time for the first naming of a variety of objects, such as ships, building, even cars. Just because a word has it's roots in Christianity, does not mean that its usage implies Christianity.

I being Indian, do not regard it as offensive, or "Christian" to use the word christened.

It is used all the time for the initial naming of a variety of objects, such as ships, buildings, even cars. Just because a word has its roots in Christianity, does not mean that its usage implies Christianity.

Although I am Indian, I do not regard it as offensive, or "Christian" to use the word christened.