concept   naming conventions
culture   Vietnam
statement   In Vietnamese culture, naming conventions prioritize generational names and the order of family names to show respect.

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# Concept Culture Statement Freq.
1 child naming Vietnam The family hierarchy and generation are considered when naming a child, and it's common to use generational names. 1
2 naming children Vietnam The order of names (family name followed by given name) is emphasized as a mark of respect for the family and tradition. 1
3 naming conventions Vietnam Names often include generational names to denote lineage 1
4 parental naming traditions Vietnam Children take the father's surname and the mother's maiden name as their middle name 1