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Sunset: Library Documentsđ
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My apologies for this, but effective June 1, 2024, the Library of documents will no longer be available. The web host has implemented sunseting the unlimited storage feature, which requires a significant downsizing the number of files to run the website. In addition, the web hosting fees have also increased. I will do my best to sustain the current subscription plan rates, but in the future, unfortunately, I may have to raise the prices or otherwise be forced to shut down this site.
Also, I am trying to find solutions to possibly integrate DropBox securely, but that option is still being explored.
CHamoru Roots 5K Virtual Run (First Ever!)
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HĂ„fa Adai Everyone!
I am stepping out a little of my comfort zone by planning and executing a CHamoro Roots Virtual 5K Run/Walk. I do run almost on a daily basis now, but said to myself, âWhat if IâŠâ And, here we are!
Participants will receive a collectors and limited edition medal, which is currently being manufactured. Once I receive them I will open up registration. Hopefully, mid-to-late May 2024.
Proceeds go to the sustainment and maintenance of the CHamoru Roots Genealogy Project.
Stay tuned for more infoâŠ
NaâlĂ„âlaâ i CHamoru!
CHamoru Clan Names: Descriptive action or quality
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A clan name may also be derived from a descriptive action or quality of a person such as mĂ„fongfong, chodeâ, tanga, and malaâet.
Can you name other CHamoru clan names that are derived from a descriptive action or quality?
*Heads-up: The 2024 CHamoru Genealogy Workshop Symposium is being planned for Guam sometime in September. Stay tuned!
CHamoru Clan Names: Based on Animals
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Clan names derived from a name of animal is one of 10 categories of CHamoru Family Clan names, i.e. Kichu (Sargeant fish), BinÄdu (deer), Karabao (water buffalo), MÄnnok (chicken). Do you know the history behind how the clan/nickname came about?
Can you name other CHamoru clan names that are derived from a name of animal?
*Heads-up: The 2024 CHamoru Genealogy Workshop Symposium is being planned for Guam sometime in September. Stay tuned!
CHamoru Clan Names: Based on First Names
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First Names and derivatives thereof also evolve into family clan names. For example, Kaila (Micaela), Gollo/Goyu (Gregorio), Eka (Rebecca), and Bittot (Victor).
CHamoru people tend to be crafty in developing nicknames from first names. Some derive from using the latter part of a given name. Granted, there are exceptions, however, this is worth being mindful of since some CHamoru family clan names are derivatives of first names, with some being corrupted pronunciations due to accents and perhaps by some people with speech impediments. This may also further explain (requires more research and data analysis) how some clan names today may be actual derivatives of ancient clan names.
Francisko [sic] becomes Kiko', from the -cisco ending.
Teresa becomes Checha, from the -esa ending.
Miguel becomes Ge', from the -guel ending.
Josefa becomes Epa', from the -efa ending.
Jose becomes Pepe, from the -se ending.
Soledad becomes Da', from the -dad ending.
Jesus become Chu', from the -sus ending.
Rosa becomes Chai, from the -sa ending.
Gregorio becomes Goro', from the -gorio ending.
Maria becomes Lia, from the -ria ending.
Antonio becomes Nono', from the -onio ending.
Remedios becomes Medo', from the -medios ending.
Joaquin becomes Kin, from the -quin ending.
Dolores becomes Lole', from the -lores ending.
Felix become Lele', from the -elix ending.
Ana becomes Nena', from the -na ending.
Tomasa becomes Bacha', from the -masa ending.
Bibliography
Forbes, Eric. 2011. Chamorro Nicknames. Retrieved July 7, 2014 from: http://paleric.blogspot.com/2011/10/chamorro-nicknames.html
Punzalan, Bernard. 2014. I Na'an Manggafan Taotao Haya: Chamorro Family Clan Names. CHamoru Roots Genealogy Project
Ramirez, Anthony "Malia". 1984. Chamorro Nicknames. From Guampedia.com, accessed June 25, 2014: http://www.guampedia.com/chamorro-nicknames/
Topping, Donald M. Ogo, Pedro M. & Dungca, Bernadita C. 1975. Chamorro-English Dictionary. The University Press of Hawaii: Honolulu, Hawaii
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