Abstract

Language always reflects society. As a social problem with a long history, sexism exists in almost every language. Sex discrimination are shown clearly on English surname and the individual name. This paper mainly studies the causes and manifestations of sexism in English names, and puts forward several solutions. To eliminate English names of sex discrimination and realize the equality between men and women in language, it will play an important role to put forward appropriate strategies. As language reflects society, sexism in English naming is actually a mirror of the social conditions. Thus, the first strategy for sexism in English naming is to strive for balanced naming and addressing and the second strategy to get rid of sexism in English naming lies in the improvement of women’s social status.

Keywords: sexism; English; naming; women

Contents

Abstract

摘要

1.Introduction1

2.Literature Review1

2.1 The definition of sexism.2

2.2 The research of sexism home and abroad.2

3.Sexism in English Personal Names3

3.1 Family Names.3

3.2 Personal Names 4

4.The Origins of Sexism.5

4.1 Historical Origin of Sexism5

4.2 Social Origin of Sexism.6

5. The Strategies of Reforming Sexism7

5.1 Striving for balanced naming and addressing.8

5.2 Improving women’s social status-the basic solution9

6. Conclusion10

Works Cited.11