self-titling
nounUK /ˌself ˈtaɪtlɪŋ/
US /ˌself ˈtaɪtlɪŋ/
The act of giving yourself a name or title.
Her self-titling as captain surprised the whole team.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. The practice of naming a book, album, or work after its creator.
The band's self-titling made their first album easy to remember.
3. The act of declaring oneself to hold a rank or role without official approval.
His self-titling as manager did not impress the real boss.
4. A work that carries the name of its maker as its title.
The painting's self-titling meant it was simply called 'Rembrandt'.