Anthroponyms and toponyms in the Spanish-speaking world: cultural overview
Year: 2025
Type: article
Abstract: This article explores the cultural significance of anthroponyms (personal names) and toponyms (place names) in the Spanish-speaking world. Drawing on historical, linguistic, and sociocultural perspectives, it highlights how naming practices reflect the identity, history, and values of Spanish-speaking societies. The study pays special attention to the influence of religion, colonization, and linguistic heritage on the development of Spanish names.
Author: Anastasia Vakhidova
Language: English
Topic: Language and Culture
Subfield: Linguistics and Language
Field: Social Sciences
Domain: Social Sciences
Open Access status: gold
OpenAlex ID: W6949585429
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