Since ancient times, people have advocated the feudal traditional concept of "inheriting the father's business" and "filial piety first", which is completely different from the West. There is a western proverb: "Americans have no parents." This means that American children have a sense of independence very early. Not only in the United States, but also in the West, their children have become independent, living in their own way, hobbies and values, although there are people like Nobel. On the other hand, China attaches great importance to this point. To some extent, children have become an extension of the will and will of parents and elders. If the seniors have not completed their careers and wishes, they want to show them in their children's names to encourage them to continue their struggle or remember their ancestors. This is like a history that can never be written, and it will be continued by generations.
The wishes of parents and elders vary from person to person. Different families, different times and origins, different experiences and emotional entanglements will have different wishes. Therefore, the wishes of parents and elders cannot be classified one by one. Here are some examples for your reference.
Lu Xun's original name was Zhou Zhangshou, and the word Yucai was taken by his grandfather Fuqing in Beijing. Later, it was renamed Zhou Shuren, which means "it takes ten years to plant trees, but it takes a hundred years to cultivate people". This was changed for 1898 by an old man who was a school supervisor when he was studying at Nanjing Naval Academy.
One day when the famous poet Xu Zhimo was young, a monk named Wisdom touched his head back and forth and said, "This man will become a great man in the future." When his father sent him abroad on 19 18, he changed his name to "Zhimo".
Xin Nuhong: A famous Cantonese opera performance artist, formerly known as Kuang Jianlian, practiced opera since childhood and studied hard, which was deeply loved by teachers. Jing Shaojia, a veteran, praised him: "This child will definitely have a future. She is more like the female red line stealing pot in The Red Line. Let's call it' Sinuhong'! " Since then, she has changed her name to Xin Nahong. /kloc-When she was 0/5 years old, she starred in The Story of Embroidery, which became an instant hit and became famous at home and abroad.
As can be seen from the above examples, the wishes of parents and elders are so earnest and heavy. Most people's names in life reflect their parents' expectations and entrustment. Even if the wishes of parents and elders are different, they should be good or healthy, positive expectations and wishes. Those negative names that have a bad influence on children will be very inappropriate, such as some thoughts and feelings that promote wealth and fame.
2. Rename by place name
When Qi Baishi, a master of Chinese painting, studied under his teacher, he asked Mr. Hu Qinyuan to change his name. Mr. Hu said, "Less than a mile from your home, there is a post station called Baishipu. Baishipu has no famous mountains and rivers,
But the scenery in the countryside is also beautiful. I think your name is Baishishan! "But the four words are a bit wordy, so when painting, he often only writes the word" white stone ". Over time, he took the name "Qi Baishi".
This custom of naming place names is generally historical, or parents still have too much concern, or it is difficult for the owner of the name to give up the feelings he has experienced, so all the names are based on yearning, which makes people feel lucky every time they think of them. The earth curls? So when you change your name, you might as well consider this way of changing your name.
Good idea, I must change my name.
In a sense, renaming as a creative activity, just like writing poetry and prose, needs the help of opportunity and inspiration.
The same is true of changing names. Sometimes people think hard and get nothing, but sometimes they have a brainwave and come up with a fresh and interesting name.
Marshal Liu Bocheng was born after his great-grandfather died. His family first named him Xiao Sheng. Later, Zhao Ming and Bocheng not only inherited their ancestors, but also skillfully used the prepositional object method in Chinese.
Ask for a name change
There are many people whose names are not given by their parents for various reasons: they may have low academic qualifications and are not proficient in renaming; You may also ask someone to "give you a name" for glory and good luck, or express gratitude as a souvenir, or ask someone to point out the maze, understand the doubts, or stand up and do things conveniently.
People from all walks of life have names, such as the imperial edict, the edict of "golden branches and jade leaves", teachers in private schools, elders of relatives and friends, teachers who preach art, wandering monks, nobles and swordsmen. ...
The etiquette of asking people to "give names" is also varied. Some people fast for a few days, and then set up incense tables and wine for the arrival of "giving names"; Some children are born with names, and when they are one year old, some go to the suburbs to worship the land god and the grain god; Some parties entertain those who give names. ...
He Kun sought fame in * * * and got a "long-term job"; Li Longzhi sought fame in Deng Zhongfu and won "Li San"; Liu Datian seeks to be a teacher and has to "open the canal"; Zhang Zhengquan once became a monk and got a "great fortune"; Guo Jun, a cow, sought fame for his ancestors and got "grass". ...
It can be said that in ancient times, people's admiration for authority and ancient sages led to people's "naming". Today, this is a respect for the cultural custom of renaming, a reference to advanced civilization, and a deep concern and ardent expectation for the future and destiny of future generations. It is a feasible thing for people with little knowledge or knowledgeable people.
5. Distinctive renaming
Here is an interesting example. Gai Jiaotian, a famous Peking Opera performer,
Formerly known as Zhang Yingjie and stage name Jindou,
But why did it change its name to Gai Jiaotian? It turned out that he admired stage names since he was a child.
The nickname Tian was changed. "I'll call Xiao Tian." I didn't expect people here to look down on him and sneer: "Hum, you deserve this name! Dare to challenge Tan Xin! " Because he was young and energetic, they talked back to his face. He thought, can you watch people die? I can not only inherit the art of my predecessors, but also form my own family. The cover is unique. In this way, with his personal courage, he used the words "Beggars call Tian". In his nearly 70 years of artistic practice, he did create a unique art school-Gaipai.
The name change of a man not only embodies the character and ambition of a man, but also embodies a grand and ambitious enterprising spirit. A common aesthetic requirement for men's names reflects the fierce competition in society to a certain extent, and it is also a great spur and encouragement for men who know and transform the world with women.