The Bouba/Kiki effect illustrates how our brains assign particular traits to sounds, influencing our emotional reactions to names. As parents choose names for their children, they should recognize this unconscious influence, which extends to how others perceive those names. While unique names are becoming more common, research suggests that familiarity with simpler names fosters trust and can lead to greater opportunities. Additionally, names may carry implications for a person's identity and future paths, echoing the concept of nominative determinism.
Parents should understand that a child's name, much like other words, can invoke strong emotional reactions tied to the Bouba/Kiki effect.
Recent research indicates that a person's name can influence perceptions, potentially shaping their future, with examples like 'Art' becoming an artist.
Collection
[
|
...
]