What's+in+a+Name?

What's in a Name? __//**Etymology**//__ is the study of the history of words, their origins, and how their form and meaning have changed over time. Etymology takes on a more personal note when you use what you've learned to understand the root meanings of your own name. You can look in baby name books for clues and ask your family for the origin of your first and last names. Some of you might have names that have been anglicized; others might have names that have clear roots in another culture. Some of you might find that your name shares a root with other students or family members who have completely different names. Take some time to research different meanings of names from people you know, such as family members, friends, teammates, etc. After better understanding their name meaning, see if it really is a good fit for the kind of person they are. Does their personality reflect their name meaning? What kind of name would better fit you or your family members/friends?

Here are a few websites dedicated to finding the meaning and origin of many baby names: Behind the Name Meaning of Names Baby Names When you have finished, use what you've learned about your name (first and middle) and create a name tag poster from Microsoft Publisher or Microsoft Word. Creatively done, it should not be larger than an 8.5" by 11" piece of paper, and must include the following:  ~your first and middle name   ~meaning/translation of each   ~language of origin for each   ~3 adjectives that best describe your personality / YOU!  ~colorful, neat, creative, fun, pretty!