Karegowdra's Names: What Makes Names So Important?

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What makes names so important? Is it something I respond to when someone calls me? Is it just another way to seperate myself from other people? My full name,Anirudh Karegowdra, is not just a name but a reminder of my culture and heritage. Anirudh, in Indian culture means boundless while Karegowdra is more of a family name with no specific definition. Both these names are important in my life becuase I associate them with who I am. The story behind my first name begins with my parents deciding what to name me. Since I have an Indian heritage, my parents wanted to name me something that reflected our culture, but sounded charming as well.Usually,parents have different ideas for baby names. However, through some strange coincidence, my parents

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