élan linatoc
 
Linatoc
My legal middle name, my mother's maiden name. A tie to my Filipinx blood and culture.
élan
My multicultural sorority line name, given by my big sister. A name unique to me and a tie to my involvement in Asian-American culture.
 

I did not choose these names; they were given to me. But I identify with them so well. You can literally google what they mean but never fully know their tie to me. As to why I have these names, I'm learning every day and accepting every day. Hopefully you will be able to learn with me.