Exploring the Intersection of Names and Identity: A Comprehensive Guide

The relationship between names and identity is often recognized as self-evident, yet this connection remns subject to a limited critical investigation or empirical validation within the onomastic field. This chapter furnish readers with comprehensive resources for studying the interplay between names and identity, elucidating current trs and knowledge gaps while highlighting seminal works for further exploration. The focus herein is on personal names in contemporary society; however, other name types are also discussed to provide a holistic view.

Abstract

This chapter reviews theoretical and methodological frameworks applied to the study of names and identity, presents prevling perspectives alongside emerging patterns, and identifies areas requiring more scrutiny. It predominantly explores contemporary contexts but also includes an overview for historical applications. The emphasis is on personal identities but exts to encompass cultural dimensions, digital realms, and interactions involving names.

Keywords

Identity; Personal Identity; Social Identity; Cultural Identity; Perceived Identity; Name Change; Digital Names; Names in Interaction

Subject Areas

Semantics; Pragmatics; Linguistics

Series Collection

Oxford Handbooks Online; Oxford Handbooks

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Citation Style

Aldrin, E. 2016. Names and Identity. In C. Hough Ed., The Oxford Handbook of Names and Naming pp. 382-394. Oxford University Press. https:doi.org10.1093oxfordhb9780199656431.013.24

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