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For many, many reasons, the same Chinese last names have been romanized differently. Here's a key for some of the most common Chinese last names you'll ever see.

Picking names for your fictional characters is much like naming your children. Each is a careful decision that you will have to live with for a long time to come. This article examines how to pick the perfect character name.

List of the 10 top names for babies in 2006 and advices in how to choose the name for your baby.

Many engaged women struggle with the notion of the impending name change. If you can't decide whether or not to take his last name, gain some insight into your personal reasons behind the internal struggle,and explore the many naming options to find the best solution for you

Choices for married couples who are deciding what family name they will take after they are married, including a variety of options for both men and women who are deciding what last name to take.

"Death Note 2: The Last Name" is a direct continuation of "Death Note." The two movies are live-action adaptations are the Death Note anime and manga counterparts.

In some states of United States, it is nearly impossible for men to change their last name to the women's; however, it is easy for women to change their last name to their husbands. Do you think this a discrimination in violation to equality?

A guide to helping brides determine whether they should change their last names, listing pros and cons.

A California couple and the ACLU are battling California to give men the right to change their names upon marrying.

Things to consider when selecting a baby's name and how to deal with flak from family and friends.

A strange personal name can be intentional (via the parents) or done later in life--and we see plenty of both. However, there's been an increase in people changing their names as adults...with both pride and regret behind it for political and religious reasons...

Important Guidelines An Ad Agency Executive That Can Help You Develop The Best Company Name and Image

The Meaning, Origin and History of the Name Madison

A pen name is a pseudonym used by authors to conceal their identity while writing. Check here to see why using a pen name is a good safety practice.

Traditionally, upon marriage western women have dropped their maiden name and taken on their husband's last name. But now more and more women are choosing to keep their maiden name. This article will consider the pros and cons of keeping your maiden name

Naming your baby can seem like an awesome and overwhelming task. There are some good ways to start gathering names you like. You can play name games. Look at celebrity names, read baby name books.

When deciding whether to do a name change when you get married, there are several important things to take into consideration.

Regardless of same-sex marriage laws, an individual is largely free to change his or her name through the court system. So, even if a union isn't recognized by a state government, gay couples have plenty of last name options.

How an Asian American "lost" her Asian name, and still embrace her culture and heritage.

Finding a baby name can be stressful to prospective parents. After all, this name will travel with your child throughout his life. The following article will make this momentous decision just a little easier.

Before the songs are written or the music is recorded, a band needs to use their imagination to dream up a name to call themselves. Sometimes they accomplish this task by using lots of perspiration but most of the time they do it by using pure inspiration...

Even if it's unknown, names have meaning. Discover the hidden power of "naming." Discover the destiny already laid upon you.

Here are five reasons you should use your name as a domain name.

People should really think of the poor baby when they are picking out the perfect baby name. Do not name your children precious, destiny, or honeydew, they will some day pick out your nursing home. Be careful when picking baby names.

Can fame be found in a name? Maybe not always, but some of the most famous & wealthiest sure do have appropriate names.

These four tips will help your define and narrow down a list of meaningful names for your baby.

What one name celebrities immediately come to your mind? Cher? Oprah? Find out more.

When naming a child you really should take into consideration many things such as how common the name is, if the name will be embarrassing and whether the name will grow with the child.

A few things to consider when naming your child: Most likely, they will keep this given name for life, or a version of it. Without knowing their personality, you are setting a tone for the rest of their life.

What is a fun name for the parents to name the child, could be a nightmare of a name for the child in their lifetime.

The longest ongoing debate in the world is whether a wife should change her name when she gets married, keep her own or hyphenate?

What you choose for a baby name will be carried with your child throughout their entire lifetime. It is the first word your baby will learn to respond to and the first word he will learn to write.

Choosing a name for your new daughter can be tremendously overwhelming. Here are some tips to keep in mind while making this big decision.

While I understand the need to offer a reliable identity to those I serve and attend to, I don't see the need to offer my full name and thus expose myself to possible unsafe situations.

When you say your name how do you say it? How you say your name says a lot about you.

Ever wonder exactly why people choose to change their name.

A helpful guide for women that are considering changing their name after they get married.

Changing your name isn't as difficult as it sounds, and believe me, it happens every day. People change their names for all sorts of reasons, and the process is quite simple.

One of the most exciting times of your life is when you find out you are expecting a baby. Along with many other decisions it is now time for you to decide on how to name that baby.

Finding the name you will assigning to your child both on the playground and for the board room or the world stage is a challenge. These top baby name directories will make the challenge fun and informative.

Choosing a name for your baby can be difficult and there are several things you should consider before making a decision.

This informative article is meant to assist those seeking to change their name(s) for personal reasons other than marriage or adoption.

One of the most important decisions that parents make is choosing a name for their baby.

An article discussing the strategy involved in selecting a domain name for your company

There are a plethora of reasons who a writer might want to use a pen name or pseudonym when publishing. This article explores just a few of them.

Once in a very long while, even a technologically-challenged individual like me comes across a piece of information that brings a smug smile to his lips. Turns out, some computers have a problem with names - and not just exotic names either.

These are the players who have the funniest, coolest, or just plain weirdest names in college football for 2007.

The names that we're given seem to hold a lot of clout when it comes to first impressions and non verbal clues.

This article outlines a new trend whereby men accept the names of their wives as their own. It also outlines other alternative methods of merging surnames and explains how other countries handle the issue.

Those who have a Scottish background that may already be evident through a last name like Campbell, MacDonald, Stewart, or Cameron may want to consider a name of Scottish origin for their child.

If you are fortunate enough to be an amateur astronomer who actually discovers a new asteroid, then you immediately get to take part in the process by which those asteroids receive their names.

very year a Top 10 list of baby names is published. Most often some common names atop the list nearly every year. While in the 21st century, a large trend of creative names has evolved, other constants have remained as well.

How many times have you read a story and remembered the plot, but forgot the names of the characters? Don't let your characters turn into forgettable "Johns" and "Janes". Use these tips instead!

Some things to consider.

We certainly weren't looking to have another "baby". We had vowed to never let another one into our hearts. The holes left by Nike and Raven were irreparable. They would never heal (I don't think we want them to) and we were determined to never let that happen again.

If you're looking to locate a person by telephone number, then a reverse telephone directory is probably your best bet. Let me tell you what I found.

Ironies are everywhere when it comes to the paparazzi in Hollywood. It's likely they have no idea what the term paparazzi means in Italian, even though a mystery still exists exactly what the origins of the term are from a classic Fellini movie...

One of the problems that many fiction writers face is naming their characters. A story becomes so important to the writer that naming story people is often just as difficult a process as naming one's own child.

The Following Papers Were Found Hidden and Torn Shortly After the Charlotte's Lake Incident. It Is Unverified Whether the Source was Indeed the Missing Person Alexander Renfield.

Sometimes in the rush of excitement you may not think about some things that will affect you after you tie the knot.

A lot of people gave Gwyneth Paltrow a hard time after she named her child Apple. I'd rather my child be named Apple than Pilot Inspektor.

My own band acts as my company's research and development project. At this stage of the game, ethics is measured alongside the "winner-takes-all" philosophy.

Although money is no indicator of personal success and merit, it does have its practical benefits.

The pressure involved with choosing something that will be theirs forever is overwhelming for parents whether they have other children or not.

The name-letter effect is the tendency for people to like the letters found in their
first and last names more than the letters not found in their names. In the U.S., individualistic and collectivistic cultures affect the prevalence of this effect.

We all struggle to give our babies the perfect name. Will the name be made fun of? What can the name be shortened to? How does the name you’re looking at flow with your last name? What about the initials-they don’t spell anything weird do they?

Religious parents often choose a biblical name, creative parents may go for something more unique, while conservative parents tend toward something popular but safe. Celebrities, on the other hand - seem to have a trend of their own - toward the bazaar!

Trying to choose a name for a new baby can be a challenge for anyone - but the more opinionated friends and family memebers, the tougher the choosing!

Choosing a name for a new baby can be exhausting. There are many resources to guide you if you are feeling overwhelmed.

Dannielynn is on the right track to bonding with her father, Larry Birkhead. She now shares the same last name with him.

Finding a God of my understanding isn't a one time job.

New York City Mayor Mike Bloomberg has changed his registration from Republican to Independent. Some think it's a prelude to a run for President. Based on my client's experience over a domain name dispute, if he says he's for "the little guy," watch out.

I'm supposed to want to take my husband's last name. It's supposed to be buried deep within my ultimate genetic make-up. And now, like a Dan Brown historical adventure novel, I'm forced to go searching for it.

The first time I changed my name, it required an afternoon of my time. The second time I changed my name, nearly twenty years later, resulted in an endless cycle of headaches and surprises.

Learning, remembering & properly pronouncing other peoples' names is more than just good manners, it's good business, smart sales & service. It is a great first step to building solid relationships built on trust & respect since it makes individuals feel special & respected.

Adolf Hitler's nephew William Patrick moved to America in 1939. He changed his name and raised four sons on Long Island. Three of the sons are still alive and are the last known remnant of Hitler's bloodline.

Dion had a string of hits in the early 1960s that are still favorites on many music lists and oldies stations.

In many cultures, women have traditionally given up their right to still use their maiden name once they got married. But times have changed. Here's what to avoid saying to a woman who wants to keep her maiden name once she is married

In a political move, NY State Senator Hillary Clinton drops her maiden name 'Rodham' in an effort to appeal to the more conservative climate during her bid for the Democratic presidential nomination.

According to Shakespeare, "that which we call a rose by any other name would smell as sweet." However, names often hold a deep and unique significance to the bearer, becoming an intrinsic part of one's personality.

The Name Paul

I admit it, I search for my name a lot. Firstname Lastname, click, send, wait, smile! It's exciting to see what the search engines find most relevant about me. If you haven't tried it yet, you should.

So much time and planning goes into the wedding that often the tasks after the ceremony can seem daunting or may very well be forgotten. One of those tasks is the changing of your name.

Names are a part of people's indentities. There are Spanish names, Italian names, Jewish names, and Irish names.

It is often said that you can 'date' a person's age by their name. We often see polls or lists of the 'most popular' names for any given year. Let's take a closer look at some baby names that may be new, or ones that are tried and true through the ages.

No matter what it says on the Hollywood walk of fame, many times an actor is never known by their real name. Here is a list of many of the most famous actors and actresses, listed by the names you probably know and then their birth name revealed.

Microsoft is expanding their lawsuits to Europe, going after companies that register and exploit names like "exbox.com"

A look at the possibilities to why celebs change their birth names. Also, a list of popular celebs birth names.

Chad Johnson is a character. Love him or hate him.

This is a partial diary of a trip I took in the summer of 2005 with my daughter. We went on Amtrak from St. Paul to Boston, spending time in Washington, DC and New York and Chicago. This story takes us only as far as Boston.

I've stumbled upon a marketing idea that is so super, it's as subtle as it is ingenious, it's almost majestic.

Pax Thien Jolie is set to become Pax Thien Jolie-Pitt

Information on my background and the civil war in my homeland.

Couple finds out they have the same last name as the state senator where they vacation - and discover that it doesn't hurt.

The name Madison has perhaps crossed the line from popular to trendy and overusued. If you like the name but don't want your daughter to be one of fifteen kids in her class with the same name, here are some other options.

As a newborn baby photographer I have noticed a new trend in baby names. Last year it was "surnames" like Riley, Jackson and Carter. This year it's all about vintage and bringing back classic names.

In many countries, the son or daughter would use the name or the father or mother, or the grandfather or grandmother as a name. But only Iceland has staunchly continued its age-old tradition of using the Scandinavian pattern of naming children.

Some names will forever be around. They are the common and well known ones. There are other names that people stay away from.

Are you expecting, are you looking for a name that is unique and interesting, but not stupid. Forget John and Jane, check out these great, underused baby names.