Voldemort's name

[corinthum]

No: HPFGUIDX 82016

<snip several theories on Dubledore's use of the name "Tom"

Laura:

> The use of Tom's name is typical DD, I think-it works on several 
> levels, as Jen pointed out, and DD is going to try whatever works 
to 
> weaken LV.

Exactly, this is perfectly normal for Dumbledore.  I don't think 
Dumbledore's use of Voldemort's first name was strategic at all.  At 
least, not strategic specifically for this instance.  It was simply 
habit.  Dumbledore addresses everyone by first name...his students, 
his teachers, the Minister of Magic...a first name is used regardless 
of the addressee's age/job/position. 

Is this habit purposeful?  Of course.  In my opinion, this is 
Dumbledore's way of eliminating all societal labels.  He considers 
everyone to be equal (both to himself and each other), and he refuses 
to use any title that may imply otherwise, whether it is a falsely 
applied title and pseudonym (Lord Voldemort) or a properly earned 
title (Minister of Magic, arguments against Fudge's ability 
notwithstanding). 

-Corinth