Different countries and different societies have different ways of naming the children to show their bonding. In Andhra there is intiperu [family name] which the bride adopts when she marries. In our country there was no concept of adding husband's name on getting married. On the other hand our puranas show that men were known by the name of their wives such as Sitaraman, Lakshminarayanan. In Tamil Nadu there is no surname and so they keep the name of the father and when they go to USA they are called by their father's name! I once saw a lament by a lady from Philippines about how the west mauls their names.
One of the most hilarious things about North Karnataka has to be the surnames people take - Kempannavar, Neelannavar (the red and blue man, referring to something of that color associated with them); Hittalamane, Naduvinmane, Moolemane, Sannamane, Doddamane - all references to their houses.
And there the crop series based on what they traditionally grew - Akki, bele, ullagaddi, balloli; mensinkai, adukke, and so on. I could go on. But let me mention that the surname Halbhaavi was common.
A name gives a particular identity, individuality, recognition to an individual.
The topic you come out everytime makes me wonder your capacity to think and also the compulsion to your commitment to friends, relatives and to the society at large. It is bewildering to think how committed and disciplined you are! Kudos to you.
The topic this time is not uncommon but dealt with elaborately, interestingly and expensively to evoke interest to anyone!!!
I would go one step further and call you the " Shashi Tharoor" of Rangachar clan!!! You have my blessings to keep your talent going and your creative pursuits multiplying!! May your tribe proliferate.
Interesting topic. What comes to my mind we do not have the option to choose a name when born and decided by parents. Changing a name is painful as of today. I wonder why can't the system in India make the change easy and fast?
In this context, I would like to mention the matriarchal system in Kerala, where, especially in Nair households, the children took the mother's surname. The mother was the centre of the household, as the Nair men were warriors and away from the home quite often. Also, before the era of DNA testing, you were always sure who your mother was, but the father...
Akira, Kurosawa (March 23, 1910 – September 6, 1998) was a Japanese filmmaker. He is widely regarded as one of the greatest and most influential filmmakers in the history of cinema and hence is gaining popularity.
My daughter wanted to name our granddaughter after him. But two of my daughter’s friends beat her to it 😀.
On surnames my daughter retained her maiden one just to avoid the hassle of changing bank accounts, Aadhar passport etc.
when it came to registering her daughters name. My Son in law told her Desai sounds better than Kagali. My daughter being prudent named her Maya (conjoined MArisha & ameYA). MAYA KAGALI DESAI.
I told her as time goes by the middle name is seldom remembered. She just smiled. Get the drift 😁
I enjoyed reading your FC 'What's in a name?' And laughed at the Ajit dialogues. I remember the 'loin' one also came in some ad many years ago. I recall that in one training program which I faclitated, one man said he was living with such shame and low self-esteem because his parents named him Kuppan (of garbage). And then I asked him to look at it in another perspective: women in Tamilnadu who had no children or who repeatedly miscarried often named their surviving offspring with such names so that the gods didn't take them away. So, Kuppan seems to have been precious to them. His face cleared, he smiled for the first time in the program, and said 'You know, I like my name now.'
Lakshmi, your comments struck a chord. After having lost a few, when my eldest sister was born, my mother named her Kuppa who was later addressed her as Kuppu. She's no more but you brought her memories flooding back to me. Thank you!
Different countries and different societies have different ways of naming the children to show their bonding. In Andhra there is intiperu [family name] which the bride adopts when she marries. In our country there was no concept of adding husband's name on getting married. On the other hand our puranas show that men were known by the name of their wives such as Sitaraman, Lakshminarayanan. In Tamil Nadu there is no surname and so they keep the name of the father and when they go to USA they are called by their father's name! I once saw a lament by a lady from Philippines about how the west mauls their names.
Excellent perspective!! Thank you!!
250 ra Shubhashaya ..
you have taken time to explain the Parsi names and their meaning.
I take this opportunity to attempt to tell how apt the name Prasanna suits you perfectly
always pleasant, cheerful and a smile!
(including etymo - logically) ...
ಪ್ರಸನ್ನ ವದನ
Stay cheerful and for many more Filter Coffee!!!
Hahaha
Congratulations, Pras on the 250th post!
One of the most hilarious things about North Karnataka has to be the surnames people take - Kempannavar, Neelannavar (the red and blue man, referring to something of that color associated with them); Hittalamane, Naduvinmane, Moolemane, Sannamane, Doddamane - all references to their houses.
And there the crop series based on what they traditionally grew - Akki, bele, ullagaddi, balloli; mensinkai, adukke, and so on. I could go on. But let me mention that the surname Halbhaavi was common.
Hilarious Uma. Thanks for sharing these nuggets.
I think āvara in Kempannāvara etc means environment or surroundings- so the name denotes his origin.
Very interesting
A name gives a particular identity, individuality, recognition to an individual.
The topic you come out everytime makes me wonder your capacity to think and also the compulsion to your commitment to friends, relatives and to the society at large. It is bewildering to think how committed and disciplined you are! Kudos to you.
The topic this time is not uncommon but dealt with elaborately, interestingly and expensively to evoke interest to anyone!!!
I would go one step further and call you the " Shashi Tharoor" of Rangachar clan!!! You have my blessings to keep your talent going and your creative pursuits multiplying!! May your tribe proliferate.
Wow! Compliments galore. Thank you Krupa. Much valued. Enthuses me to prod along.
Sorry- expansively!
Interesting topic. What comes to my mind we do not have the option to choose a name when born and decided by parents. Changing a name is painful as of today. I wonder why can't the system in India make the change easy and fast?
In this context, I would like to mention the matriarchal system in Kerala, where, especially in Nair households, the children took the mother's surname. The mother was the centre of the household, as the Nair men were warriors and away from the home quite often. Also, before the era of DNA testing, you were always sure who your mother was, but the father...
Have a great Sunday everyone!
I'm in deed delighted with your comments. Thank you!!
Akira, Kurosawa (March 23, 1910 – September 6, 1998) was a Japanese filmmaker. He is widely regarded as one of the greatest and most influential filmmakers in the history of cinema and hence is gaining popularity.
My daughter wanted to name our granddaughter after him. But two of my daughter’s friends beat her to it 😀.
On surnames my daughter retained her maiden one just to avoid the hassle of changing bank accounts, Aadhar passport etc.
when it came to registering her daughters name. My Son in law told her Desai sounds better than Kagali. My daughter being prudent named her Maya (conjoined MArisha & ameYA). MAYA KAGALI DESAI.
I told her as time goes by the middle name is seldom remembered. She just smiled. Get the drift 😁
How endearing are your comments!! So nice. Thank you for sharing.
Congrats on the 250th post of Filter Coffee Prasanna! You make them quick and Instant!
Thank you Amar!
I enjoyed reading your FC 'What's in a name?' And laughed at the Ajit dialogues. I remember the 'loin' one also came in some ad many years ago. I recall that in one training program which I faclitated, one man said he was living with such shame and low self-esteem because his parents named him Kuppan (of garbage). And then I asked him to look at it in another perspective: women in Tamilnadu who had no children or who repeatedly miscarried often named their surviving offspring with such names so that the gods didn't take them away. So, Kuppan seems to have been precious to them. His face cleared, he smiled for the first time in the program, and said 'You know, I like my name now.'
Lakshmi, your comments struck a chord. After having lost a few, when my eldest sister was born, my mother named her Kuppa who was later addressed her as Kuppu. She's no more but you brought her memories flooding back to me. Thank you!