Rules: The Indonesian language is the same as English; it consists of 26 alphabets, from A-Z. However, the pronunciation of Indonesian language is different from English. The living vocals are a, e, i, o, u. A as in unhappy. E as in apple. I as in eagle. O as in boy. U as in put. read more
For example, many common family names in the Dravidian states are rare, or nonexistent, in eastern or northern India, and vice versa. Indian family names also originate from the language spoken in the state or community and depend on the religious affiliation of the family. read more
Conversely, the existing single word name can be used as the given or first name and then "Lnu" (last name unknown) may be added as the family, surname or last name. This can lead to the misconception that "Lnu" is a common Indonesian surname. In some cases "Fnu" will be used as the surname or last name. read more
Javaneses tend to use their given name(s). it might be just one or two but at most cases it's not their family name. we never really bothered with keeping the names. as long as it is known that A is the son/daughter of B, it's enough. a lot of Indonesian right now already adapt the family-name-culture. read more