The Concise Oxford Dictionary Of Family Names In Britain
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The Oxford Dictionary Of Family Names In Britain And Ireland
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Author : Patrick Hanks
language : en
Publisher: Oxford University Press
Release Date : 2016-11-17
The Oxford Dictionary Of Family Names In Britain And Ireland written by Patrick Hanks and has been published by Oxford University Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2016-11-17 with History categories.
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 Additional material also includes a list of published and unpublished lists of surnames from the Middle Ages to the present day.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 Concise Oxford Dictionary Of Family Names In Britain
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Author : Harry Parkin
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2021
The Concise Oxford Dictionary Of Family Names In Britain written by Harry Parkin and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2021 with Names, Personal categories.
This dictionary provides information on almost all names with more than 30 bearers in the UK 2011 census, based on the latest research. Each of the around 43,500 entries covers the name's etymology, variants, frequency, and historical and geographical distribution.
The Concise Oxford Dictionary Of Family Names In Britain
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Author : Harry Parkin
language : en
Publisher: Oxford University Press
Release Date : 2021-07-29
The Concise Oxford Dictionary Of Family Names In Britain written by Harry Parkin and has been published by Oxford University Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2021-07-29 with Reference categories.
The Oxford Dictionary of Family Names of Britain and Ireland published to great acclaim in November 2016. It was the result of a 4-year funded research project into family names of the British Isles based on previous research but using new principles, methods, and resources, and provided explanations of and evidence for the origins, history, and geographical distribution tens of thousands of family names that are found in Britain and Ireland, many of them never explained before. The Concise Oxford Dictionary of Family Names of Britain includes almost all of the 45,600 names from the original text, plus some original rare names, in a more concise format. Each entry includes: - variant names - 1881 British frequencies for each name - main GB locations - etymological explanations, including multiple senses, language/culture, and name type This Dictionary makes the unique family names content of the original 4-volume set available to individuals and libraries for whom it is otherwise out of reach. It will be of especial interest to researchers into family history.
The Oxford Dictionary Of Family Names In Britain And Ireland
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Author : Patrick Hanks
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2016
The Oxford Dictionary Of Family Names In Britain And Ireland written by Patrick Hanks and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2016 with LANGUAGE ARTS & DISCIPLINES categories.
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.
A Dictionary Of English Surnames
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Author : P. H. Reaney
language : en
Publisher: Psychology Press
Release Date : 1991
A Dictionary Of English Surnames written by P. H. Reaney and has been published by Psychology Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1991 with Foreign Language Study categories.
This classic dictionary explains the origins of over 16,000 names in current English use. It will be a source of fascination to everyone with an interest in names and their history.This classic dictionary answers questions such as these and explains the origins of over 16,000 names in current English use. It will be a source of fascination to everyone with an interest in names and their history.
The Oxford Names Companion
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Author : Patrick Hanks
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2002
The Oxford Names Companion written by Patrick Hanks and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2002 with Gazetteers categories.
The Oxford Names Companion provides all the information that you will need about place and personal names existing within the British Isles. Divided into three sections on Surnames, First Names, and British Place-Names, they showcase the knowledge and detailed information from leading experts in the names field: A Dictionary of Surnames explains the origin and meaning of nearly 70,000 surnames. It covers all the common surnames, and many other rare ones, in the English-speaking worldthat are of European derivation. Also giving information about the history and distribution of names where possible and having sourced advice from specialist consultants for particular areas, such as Jewish names and Celtic languages, this reference work is a systematic comparative survey of names that no other work can offer. A Dictionary of First Names is a comprehensive study of first names providing a collection of linguistic, historical, and associated information about some 7,000 names used within the British Isles. Names form part of an individual's cultural identity and say much about our or our family's origins, and this dictionary reflects the long history of cultural diversity within Britain. A Dictionary of British Place-Names contains place-names of Ireland, Scotland, and Wales to form an impressive collection of around 15,000 British place-names, tracing their development from earliest times to the present day. The names are cited in their original spelling andlanguage, such as Celtic, Old English, Old Scandinavian, and the overall effect of this reference work is that it shows that place-names have an incredible capacity for survival.
Dictionary Of American Family Names
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Author : Patrick Hanks
language : en
Publisher: Oxford University Press
Release Date : 2003-05-08
Dictionary Of American Family Names written by Patrick Hanks and has been published by Oxford University Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2003-05-08 with Reference categories.
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.
A Dictionary Of Surnames
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Author : Patrick Hanks
language : en
Publisher: Oxford [England] ; New York : Oxford University Press
Release Date : 1988
A Dictionary Of Surnames written by Patrick Hanks and has been published by Oxford [England] ; New York : Oxford University Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1988 with Biography & Autobiography categories.
A survey of nearly 70,000 common surnames and many other rarer ones in the English speaking world that are of European derivation, including names of North and South America, Australasia, Southern Africa and other parts of the world where surnames are of European origin. Each entry gives information about the language or region in which the surname orginated and the derivation or original meaning; lists any variant diminutives, and other derivative names, as well as cognate names in other languages; notes pecularities of regional distribution; and briefly, family history about early bearers. Annotation copyrighted by Book News, Inc., Portland, OR
Patronymica Britannica
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Author : Mark Antony Lower
language : en
Publisher: Heritage Books
Release Date : 1860
Patronymica Britannica written by Mark Antony Lower and has been published by Heritage Books this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1860 with Language Arts & Disciplines categories.
The Concise Oxford Dictionary Of Family Names In Britain
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Author : Harry Parkin
language : en
Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA
Release Date : 2021-06-03
The Concise Oxford Dictionary Of Family Names In Britain written by Harry Parkin and has been published by Oxford University Press, USA this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2021-06-03 with Names, Personal categories.
The Concise Oxford Dictionary of Family Names in Britain provides information on almost all names with more than 30 bearers in the UK 2011 census, based on the latest research. Each of the around 43,500 entries covers the name's etymology, variants, frequency, and historical and geographical distribution.