The Concept of Identity. It needs to be at least 1750 words. One of the differences that can be seen in the naming of a child is not only associated with this intent but also is based on the differences in ethnicity between cultures. The choosing and association with names between cultures create a different understanding and method for names that are used for the identification of a child. In some cultures, such as America, there is a naivety toward names and how this identifies a child. More importantly, the value and character that creates an identity in a child in other cultures, such as through the Chinese, creates a richer experience.
Two of the cultures that show a difference in names are between Chinese and Western names. Everything from the meaning to the identification and the order of name differences between the cultures. The choosing of names is the first difference that is found in both cultures. In the story Tahotahontanekentseraterontakwenhakie, Salli Benedict suggests that there is great importance in a name in Chinese culture and defines the character and identity of a child. When reading this story, there is an understanding with the downfalls of casual naming of a child in American culture. According to this story, the baby is given the name by an old man who was trying to sell rabbits to his parents. The babys parents give him this name to honour the gift from the old man. The babys name becomes Tahotahontanekentseraterontakwenhakie which means, He came and sold rabbits, in honour of the old man. (line 12, pg.284). The example of this story can be associated with the United States, where parents choose unusual names for children but dont do it to honour the child. Instead, it shows the importance of a situation or an external part of society.The importance of this story, as well as the association with names, also creates an identity that is associated with Americans and the Chinese cultures. he example can be related to American parents who want to choose a fashionable name.