Here's how to break down the name:
* Di-: Indicates there are two sulfur atoms (S) in the molecule.
* Sulfur: Refers to the element sulfur.
* Di-: Indicates there are two nitrogen atoms (N) in the molecule.
* Nitride: Refers to the nitrogen anion (N³⁻).
The name follows the rules for naming binary covalent compounds, where the less electronegative element is named first, and the more electronegative element is named second with an "-ide" suffix.