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What are common names where you come from?
Daniel, Luis, Pedro, Diego, Eric, Daniela, María, Fernanda, Rosa, Andrea.

Is your family name common?
By no means, it's rare.

Does your family name tell you anything about your family (e.g., where you come from)?
Yes, but not much, because it's rarity there's not a lot of information about it, but I know that it's from Cataluña, Spain.

Some English names refer to trades or professions, such as Butcher or Baker. Does your name mean anything? Are there any names in your country that do?
Yes, according to it's germanic origin means 'Espada Veloz'.

Are any names from other countries popular in your country? Which ones?
Uff!, most of them. For example, María, Juan, Fernanda, Miguel, Alejandra, Mario.

In your country when you meet someone for the first time, what name do you use? How do you know when you can use their first name?
Usually their first name, because it's the way we do it in our culture. And in the case of the second name is a matter of preference.

In your country do you ever use surnames without a title (e.g., Mrs or Mr)? When could you do this? Why would you do it?
As far I can remember no, we usually use a title. I can't think in any situation in which you can use just their surname, so, what I can tell you?

There are common pet names in English that show affection, such as honey, darling or pet. What words are used in your language?
Amor, amorcito, corazón, corazoncito, bombón, bomboncito, bebé....