Why typhoon and hurricanes are named after women?

If you have not realized, typhoon and hurricanes are usually named after women. For example, Katherina, Ketsana, Parma etc.

An interesting conversation before ESE3101 tutorial starts today:

Sharon: Why typhoon and hurricanes are named after women?
YY: Coz before it comes, it is mild and calm. BUT, once it is here, it takes away your house and car.
Sharon: Wah! So tats wat happen to you ah! HAHAHA

**Went through 2 tests this week. Another 2 to come. Jia you**