【How-To】Why Chinese Have the Same Names

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Because in English language, “last name” usually refers to family name. So it is indeed family name first, but it is also not wrong to say last name first, when the context allows for it. We could instead insist that for a Chinese name, the first name is the family name, and the last name is the given name.

Maya Lin-Takahashi

Maya Lin-Takahashi

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Maya is a hardware enthusiast who tests and reviews smart home devices, smartphones, wearables, and audio gear. She focuses on practical consumer value and build quality.

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