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Why do Indian children have different last names?
Surnames. Indian names are based on a variety of systems and naming conventions, which vary from region to region. Names are also influenced by religion and caste and may come from epics. This variety makes for subtle, often confusing, differences in names and naming styles.
How Indian names are given?
Generally, the name of an individual is broken down into two halves. The first name is the name given at birth (Sachin). The last name (surname) represents the name of the family to which the child is born (Tendulkar).
Why do Indian people have the same first and last name?
In most of rest of India, last names are actually clan names. Millions of people in the same clan will share the same last name. Common last names that fall under this category are: Patel, Joshi, Sharma, Bhattacharya, Mukherjee, Nair, Rao, Reddy, etc. In many cases last name is an indicator of their caste.
Can Kumar be a middle name?
Usage. Among the Rajputs, Kumar (male) or Kumari (female) is often used as a middle name. Variants include: Kunwar, Kumara, Kumaru and Kumaran. Kumar means Prince, and Kumari means Princess; it is also used in heir apparent titles and enters into Rajput and Princely State titles.
Why are there so many different types of Indian names?
This variety makes for subtle, often confusing, differences in names and naming styles. Due to historical Indian cultural influences, several names across South and Southeast Asia are influenced by or adapted from Indian names or words.
How do people from other parts of India name their children?
People from other parts of India also use initials (like M.S. Dhoni). In addition to the father’s name, these initials might also refer to the place of birth or community name. Order of names – The order someone’s names appear in can be tricky as well. Sometimes the given name is first, sometimes it’s second (or later).
Why do we have different naming conventions in India?
1 Naming conventions vary based upon an individual’s religion and region of origin within India. 2 The use of surnames is a relatively new convention, introduced during British colonisation. 3 It is common for an individual’s surname to reflect their community, family, caste or village of origin.
What can Native American naming traditions teach us about modern society?
The new year and its associations with new beginnings is the perfect time to contemplate Native American naming traditions and what they have to offer our modern society. The Native American naming tradition is multifaceted, offering multiple dimensions and ever changing opportunities with which to enrich one’s sense of self.