Names hold significant power. They are more than just identifiers; they carry cultural, social, and personal meanings. The act of naming people, places, or things carries ethical implications such as cultural appropriation, respect, and the consequences of labeling.
Examples:
- Imagine a non-Chinese individual choosing a Chinese-sounding name
- A teacher taking the time to learn and correctly pronounce each student’s name.
- Media outlets using specific labels to describe a protest can influence public opinion. If a peaceful demonstration is labeled as a “riot” rather than a “protest,” it can shape how the public perceives the event.
How do you see these ethical issues and can you think of any other? (Other than naming your kid adolf hitler)
The name Martin comes from the Roman God of War Mars, so your name basically means “The warrior of Opposition” and that is fuckin badass
I know and it’s great. 🤩
But like a 1/3 of men in my country (Chile 🇨🇱), share the same name 😆, so that’s why it doesn’t feel that much “unique” to me (unless i travel ✈️🌏).
You should start using Mars instead, surely more unique!