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[Facts] Re: Goring (& Philippine typhoon names)
I think that etymology is just a coincidence.In the Philippines, diminutives are common and usually formed with the suffixes -ng, -ay and -oy.For instance:Paula, Paulina -> Poleng
Guillermo -> Emong
Aurora -> Auring
Jose -> Josing
Josefa (via Pepa) -> Pepay
Butch -> ButchoyI think Goring comes from Gregorio, as Spanish names aren't rare in the country.Gregorio -> Gorio -> GoringCompare Goyong, which comes from the same name but via Goyo.Lastly, you could check these lists of diminutives.Ending in -ing: https://www.behindthename.com/submit/names/usage/filipino/end/ingEnding in -ng: https://www.behindthename.com/submit/names/usage/filipino/end/ng

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