Publisher's Synopsis
Family Names and Their Story is a comprehensive book written by S. Baring-Gould that explores the origins and meanings of various family names. The book is divided into two parts: the first part delves into the history of surnames and their development, while the second part examines specific family names and their stories. Baring-Gould covers a wide range of topics, including the influence of geography, occupation, and social status on the creation of surnames, as well as the significance of heraldry and coat of arms. The author also provides interesting anecdotes and historical facts about famous families and their names, making the book an engaging read for anyone interested in genealogy or family history. Overall, Family Names and Their Story is an informative and entertaining book that sheds light on the fascinating world of surnames and their meaning.1910. Contents: The Tattoo and Tribal Name. Sire Names. Totemism and Names. Castle and the Manor. The Village. The Town: Trade Names. Place Names. Anglo Saxon Names. Scandinavian Names. The Roll of Battle Abbey. French Names: Early; The Huguenot Refugees. Nick and Descriptive Names. Prefixes and Suffixes. Name Stories. The Evolution and Disintegration of Surnames. Scottish and Irish Surnames. Changed Names. Compound Names.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
