concept   naming conventions
culture   Saudi Arabia
statement   Saudi Arabian naming conventions prioritize the influence of the father, with an emphasis on Arabic names and patrilineal descent.

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# Concept Culture Statement Freq.
1 child naming Saudi Arabia There is a preference for using Islamic or Arabic names, with meaningful religious connotations. 1
2 naming conventions Saudi Arabia Middle name or initial often includes the father's first name 1
3 parental naming traditions Saudi Arabia Children often take the father's last name, and patrilineal descent is emphasized 1