THE AXIOLOGICAL VALUES OF PERSONAL NAMES IN THE ENGLISH LANGUAGE: AN ANALYSIS BASED ON ETHNIC, RELIGIOUS, SOCIAL, AND GENDER ASPECTS
Keywords:
Personal names, axiology, ethnicity, religion, social identity, gender, English languageAbstract
Personal names are not merely linguistic markers; they hold significant cultural, psychological, and social value. This thesis explores the axiological values embedded in English personal names, emphasizing their ethnic, religious, social, and gender-based implications. By analyzing the historical evolution and cultural significance of names, this research highlights how naming conventions shape identity, societal expectations, and opportunities. The thesis employs a comparative and interdisciplinary approach to demonstrate the impact of linguistic, sociological, and psychological factors on name perception and usage.
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