What is in a Name: The Case for Assyrian Names

Assyrian Podcast

Episode 187 - This episode features Dr. Peter, Lily, Sharokina, Ninos, & Marganita who advocate for the usage of Assyrian names. You’ll hear about naming conventions and the historical context for the popularity of certain names among Assyrians during different time periods and how the naming tradition has evolved and continues to evolve to this day. You’ll also learn about a few resources aimed to help anyone looking for Assyrian names - for children, businesses, etc.

Assyrian Name Resources:

1. "One Thousand Assyrian Names" by Raman Bitshamoon (written in the Assyrian language)

http://www.lulu.com/shop/raman-bit-shamoon/one-thousand-assyrian-names/paperback/product-20740111.html

2. www.brikha.net
3. names.betkanu.com
4. Assyrian Historical Names for Male and Female” by Michael Younan (written in Assyrian and English)

http://assyrianapp.com/portfolio-items/assyrian-book-names/

Assyrian Historical Names for Male and Female by Michael Alexan Younan