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Understanding customs used in surnames and given names can help you identify your ancestors in records. Learn to recognize name variations and see clues in names. |
Online Tools[edit | edit source]
- Most Common Last Names In Mauritius
- Mauritian last names in alphabetical order
- Behind the Name:Mauritian Creole Submitted Surnames
Given Names[edit | edit source]
- Mauritian names vary based on the religion and cultural heritage of the family.
- Christians may be named after their parents. They may also have multiple names coming from their godparents or grandparents.
- Hindu Mauritians typically have three names: an official name (which is used mainly for legal purposes), a ‘nom criee’ (the name they are known by to most people) and a ‘nom gate’ (a more intimate name used only by immediate family members.
- Muslims are typically given names chosen by their parents or grandparents. A naming ceremony will be held shortly after the birth.
- Names may be selected based on holy scriptures from one’s religious affiliation.
- Some names, such as ‘Marie’ or ‘Jean’, are quite common in Mauritius. Thus, people may be called by their middle names to avoid confusion.[1]
For Further Reading[edit | edit source]
References[edit | edit source]
- ↑ "Mauritius Culture: Naming", in Cultural Atlas, https://culturalatlas.sbs.com.au/mauritian-culture/mauritian-culture-naming#mauritian-culture-naming, accessed 16 March 2021.