Overview
The purpose of this discussion is to take a peak into the world of naming patterns and how they impact life outcomes. We will continue this conversation when we begin our discussion on social class.
Some of the name discussed may be one of your names or a friend's/close relative's name. This lesson is not meant to be offensive, but the reality is that names matter! Answer the following questions. In order to do that, you will need to think about your own name, read a few articles on naming research and cultural differences.
- What is your name? Is there a special story behind your name? Is your name gendered or cultured? Does your name impact the way you interact?
- How popular is your name? Plug your name into the NameGrapher website to see its popularity.
- Read the article, A Roshanda by Any Other Name. Summarize the story of Winner and Loser Lane. Did their names have an impact on their life outcomes?
Here's an example of what you should see when your search your name on the NameGrapher website: