Sistem Nama Diri Masyarakat Adat Kasepuhan Ciptagelar

Abstract

The background of this research is the curiosity about the practice of giving personal names in the Kasepuhan Ciptagelar indigenous people. In the name string generally implies faith and wisdom (wisdom) and can reflect prayer, ideals (expectation). This means that the name given (bears) will be in accordance with the demands (expectations) of the community at the time it was made. The purpose of this study is to photograph the practice of giving personal names in the Kasepuhan Ciptagelar indigenous people and to examine the factors and values underlying this practice. This study uses a qualitative methodological approach, namely descriptive analytical method. The data source in this study is the Kasepuhan Ciptagelar indigenous people in three generations. Data collection techniques in this study were participant observation and observation and note-taking techniques. Data analysis techniques begin with collecting data, reducing data, conducting analysis based on classification. The results of this study show that the pattern of giving and changing names is caused by several reasons. First, driven for psychological reasons, in the form of hopes such as for the sake of glory, fame, profit and avoidance of disaster as well as inner satisfaction. Second, related to socio-cultural values that have roots in the past. From the diachronic study, the pattern of naming the Kasepuhan Ciptagelar indigenous people has experienced a shift, although the shift or change is relatively not that massive. This is because the Kasepuhan Ciptagelar indigenous people still adhere to traditions and customs that have been passed down from generation to generation.