|
1
|
naming conventions
|
Western countries
|
In Western countries, naming conventions involve using first and last names with informal use of nicknames and family legacy influence.
|
17
|
|
2
|
naming conventions
|
United Kingdom
|
In the UK, naming conventions involve meaningful first names and passing down the father's last name.
|
10
|
|
3
|
naming conventions
|
United States
|
In the United States, naming conventions prioritize unique, meaningful names and use the father's last name for children.
|
9
|
|
4
|
naming conventions
|
Eastern countries
|
In Eastern countries, naming conventions prioritize the family name, utilize nameplates in business, and frequently involve a surname change after marriage.
|
8
|
|
5
|
naming conventions
|
Iceland
|
In Iceland, naming conventions often use patronymic or matronymic surnames based on the parent's first names.
|
7
|
|
6
|
naming conventions
|
Nigeria
|
Nigerian naming conventions are influenced by family lineage, social status, and cultural significance.
|
5
|
|
7
|
naming conventions
|
Canada
|
In Canada, child naming emphasizes individual first names that may reflect nature or indigenous heritage.
|
4
|
|
8
|
naming conventions
|
Ukraine
|
In Ukraine, naming conventions incorporate patronymic middle names, traditional names, and the use of nicknames as an expression of affection.
|
4
|
|
9
|
naming conventions
|
Vietnam
|
In Vietnamese culture, naming conventions prioritize generational names and the order of family names to show respect.
|
4
|
|
10
|
naming conventions
|
Saudi Arabia
|
Saudi Arabian naming conventions prioritize the influence of the father, with an emphasis on Arabic names and patrilineal descent.
|
3
|
|
11
|
naming conventions
|
Spain
|
In Spain, children use maternal and paternal surnames connected by 'y' or 'i', and often use names of saints.
|
3
|
|
12
|
naming conventions
|
Greece
|
In Greece, children are commonly named after relatives to show respect and preserve family tradition.
|
2
|
|
13
|
naming conventions
|
India
|
In India, people are typically addressed by their full names or titles instead of nicknames, following naming conventions.
|
2
|
|
14
|
naming conventions
|
Russia
|
Russian naming conventions emphasize formality and often derive from occupation, physical characteristics, or location.
|
2
|
|
15
|
naming conventions
|
Casual observers
|
Naming conventions can vary widely and reflect individual, familial, or societal preferences within casual observers.
|
1
|
|
16
|
naming conventions
|
Cultural history
|
Naming conventions are influenced by factors such as lineage, clan association, or geographical location and are shaped by cultural history.
|
1
|
|
17
|
naming conventions
|
Diplomacy
|
In diplomacy, it is preferred to address individuals by their titles and surnames to show respect and professionalism.
|
1
|
|
18
|
naming conventions
|
Everyday life in most countries
|
In most countries, some cultures traditionally place the family name before the given name in naming conventions.
|
1
|
|
19
|
naming conventions
|
France
|
In France, children often use both maternal and paternal surnames connected by 'y' or 'i' as naming conventions.
|
1
|
|
20
|
naming conventions
|
Most countries
|
Naming conventions in most countries typically involve having a first name and a last name.
|
1
|
|
21
|
naming conventions
|
Research culture
|
In research culture, professionals use titles and last names to show respect and formality when addressing colleagues.
|
1
|
|
22
|
naming conventions
|
United Arab Emirates
|
In the United Arab Emirates, it is common for the middle name or initial to include the father's first name as a naming convention.
|
1
|
|
23
|
naming conventions
|
Yiddish-speaking communities
|
In Yiddish-speaking communities, children may be named after deceased relatives as a sign of honor.
|
1
|
|
24
|
naming conventions
|
organic chemistry community
|
In the organic chemistry community, following IUPAC naming conventions is standard practice for systematically naming organic compounds.
|
1
|