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Encyclopedia of Surnames

Encyclopedia of Surnames
Author: John Ayto
Publisher: A&C Black Business Information and Development
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2008-05-29
Genre: Reference
ISBN: 9780713681444

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The Encyclopedia of Surnames is not just another dictionary! With entertaining coverage of more than 7,000 surnames listed alphabetically, it provides a complete and accessible companion to tracing the history of names. Written by John Ayto, a respected lexicographer and author of titles such as Word Origins, the Encyclopedia of Surnames is the ideal gift or research tool for historians, journalists, genealogists, researchers and anyone interested in tracing their family history. Broad coverage includes supplementary features on famous surnames, surnames of fictional characters, pseudonyms and names from abroad which are popular in the UK, including Celtic names.


Encyclopaedia of Indian Surnames

Encyclopaedia of Indian Surnames
Author: Shibani Roy
Publisher:
Total Pages: 504
Release: 2002
Genre: Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN:

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The Oxford Dictionary of Family Names in Britain and Ireland

The Oxford Dictionary of Family Names in Britain and Ireland
Author: Patrick Hanks
Publisher: Oxford University Press
Total Pages:
Release: 2016-11-17
Genre: History
ISBN: 0192527479

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Containing entries for more than 45,000 English, Scottish, Welsh, Irish, Cornish, and immigrant surnames, The Oxford Dictionary of Family Names in Britain and Ireland is the ultimate reference work on family names of the UK. The Dictionary includes every surname that currently has more than 100 bearers. Each entry contains lists of variant spellings of the name, an explanation of its origins (including the etymology), lists of early bearers showing evidence for formation and continuity from the date of formation down to the 19th century, geographical distribution, and, where relevant, genealogical and bibliographical notes, making this a fully comprehensive work on family names. This authoritative guide also includes an introductory essay explaining the historical background, formation, and typology of surnames and a guide to surnames research and family history research. Additional material also includes a list of published and unpublished lists of surnames from the Middle Ages to the present day.


The Encyclopedia of American Last Names

The Encyclopedia of American Last Names
Author: Nancy J. Price
Publisher:
Total Pages: 398
Release: 2017
Genre: English language
ISBN: 9781944633769

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Find out how the names were formed, and get unique insights about the families who carried the names hundreds of years ago. A collection like no other. You'll find countless threads connecting people and places, gain new perspectives on topics covered in history books, and pick up some interesting trivia. Most important of all, it might be able to illuminate your own family heritage, or provide starting points for your own genealogical journey. It all starts with our not-so-simple heritage of last names -- things that really only came into existence a couple dozen generations ago. By understanding the stories behind these names, we can learn not just about our own lineage, but get a whole new perspective on many of the real flesh-and-blood people who walked this early long before us, and who have made it possible for us to stand here today.


Encyclopedia of American Family Names

Encyclopedia of American Family Names
Author: H. Amanda Robb
Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers
Total Pages: 728
Release: 1995
Genre: Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN:

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The definitive guide to the 5,000 most common surnames in the United States. With origins, variations, rankings, prominent bearers and published genealogies.


The Surnames Handbook

The Surnames Handbook
Author: Debbie Kennett
Publisher: The History Press
Total Pages: 325
Release: 2012-10-04
Genre: Reference
ISBN: 0752483498

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Every surname has its own story to tell, and a surname study is a natural complement to family history research. The study of surnames has been revolutionised in the last decade with the increasing availability of online resources, and it is now easier than ever before to explore the history, evolution, distribution and meaning of your family name. The Surnames Handbook provides a comprehensive guide to researching your surname using genealogical methods in conjunction with the latest advances in DNA testing and surname mapping. The book explores the key resources that are used to study a surname and is packed with links to relevant websites giving you everything you need to research your surname in one compact volume.


Family Names and Family History

Family Names and Family History
Author: David Hey
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
Total Pages: 261
Release: 2006-06-15
Genre: History
ISBN: 0826435343

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Family names are an essential part of everyone's personal history. The story of their evolution is integral to family history and fascinating in its own right. Formed from first names, place names, nicknames and occupations, names allow us to trace the movements of our ancestors from the middle ages to the present day. David Hey shows how, when and where families first got their names, and proves that most families stayed close to their places of origin. Settlement patterns and family groupings can be traced back towards their origin by using national and local records. Family Names and Family History tells anyone interested in tracing their own name how to set about doing so.


Jewish Family Names and Their Origins

Jewish Family Names and Their Origins
Author: Heinrich Walter Guggenheimer
Publisher: KTAV Publishing House, Inc.
Total Pages: 932
Release: 1992
Genre: Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN: 9780881252972

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Dictionary of American Family Names

Dictionary of American Family Names
Author: Patrick Hanks
Publisher: Oxford University Press
Total Pages: 2128
Release: 2003-05-08
Genre: Reference
ISBN: 0199771693

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Where did your surname come from? Do you know how many people in the United States share it? What does it tell you about your lineage? From the editor of the highly acclaimed Dictionary of Surnames comes the most extensive compilation of surnames in America. The result of 10 years of research and 30 consulting editors, this massive undertaking documents 70,000 surnames of Americans across the country. A reference source like no other, it surveys each surname giving its meaning, nationality, alternate spellings, common forenames associated with it, and the frequency of each surname and forename. The Dictionary of American Family Names is a fascinating journey throughout the multicultural United States, offering a detailed look at the meaning and frequency of surnames throughout the country. For students studying family genealogy, others interested in finding out more about their own lineage, or lexicographers, the Dictionary is an ideal place to begin research.


The Surnames of Scotland

The Surnames of Scotland
Author: George F. Black
Publisher: Birlinn Ltd
Total Pages: 2181
Release: 2022-03-03
Genre: Reference
ISBN: 1788852966

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First published by the New York Public Library in 1946, Black's The Surnames of Scotland has long established itself as one of the great classics of genealogy. Arranged alphabetically, each entry contains a concise history of the family in question (with many cross-references), making it an indispensable tool for those researching their own family history, as well as readers with a general interest in Scottish history. An informative introduction and glossary also provide much useful information.