The latest volume of the Nordic Journal of Socio-Onomastics (NoSo), published in 2024, offers a rich collection of articles and studies exploring the social dimensions of names and naming practices across the Nordic countries. This journal, backed by the Royal Gustavus Adolphus Academy for Swedish Folk Culture in collaboration with Halmstad University, provides a scholarly platform for examining the cultural, historical, and sociolinguistic aspects of onomastics within Nordic contexts.
In this issue, readers can delve into articles such as Þorsteinn and Sigurðr's examination of Icelandic and Norwegian personal names in Íslendingaþættir tales. This study highlights how naming practices reflect cultural distinctions and social identity within Old Norse literature. Another thought-provoking article, "Squiggles in a Weak Position" by Märit Frändén, investigates the adaptation of diacritical marks in immigrant personal names, shedding light on the integration of non-Nordic names within Scandinavian societies.
Additional research in this volume addresses themes like onomastic dysphoria, identity, and citizenship, exploring how names intersect with personal and national identities. This edition also features insights into the editorial choices in SAOL (Swedish Academy Glossary) regarding foreign place names, offering a critical look at why some cities, like Paris, are standardized, while others, like Prague, are not.
Whether you’re an onomastician, linguist, or someone fascinated by the socio-cultural weight of names, Volume 4 of NoSo promises a blend of historical depth and contemporary relevance. This volume not only enhances our understanding of the power of names but also enriches our appreciation of the diverse social landscapes across Nordic countries.
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