He would then give the child a name that he believes will bring fortune and keep the child healthy. The Cambodian people seek help from the temple for many purposes, one of which is health care. We don't have public hospitals. The only place that we have is the Buddhist temple, a sacred, holy and the center for humanities. Giving life to a child is the first and most important decision made by parents, yet naming a child is also a very important step that the parents can give to their child.
Cambodian culture is very rich.
Cambodian people are very gentle, generous, and poetic. In any form of communication, tone of voice and choice of words are wisely chosen. Likewise, naming a child among Cambodians reflects tone, form, and character. And there are many different ways of naming a child. After all, the name is a characteristic and a life-long identity.