Author: Ch. W. E. Bardsley
Publisher: Рипол Классик
ISBN: 5871144012
Category : Reference
Languages : en
Pages : 857
Book Description
A dictionary of English and Welsh surnames
Author: Ch. W. E. Bardsley
Publisher: Рипол Классик
ISBN: 5871144012
Category : Reference
Languages : en
Pages : 857
Book Description
Publisher: Рипол Классик
ISBN: 5871144012
Category : Reference
Languages : en
Pages : 857
Book Description
A Dictionary of English and Welsh Surnames
Author: Charles Wareing Endell Bardsley
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Names, English
Languages : en
Pages : 868
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Names, English
Languages : en
Pages : 868
Book Description
Welsh Surnames
Author: T. J. Morgan
Publisher: Sterling/Main Street
ISBN:
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
Languages : en
Pages : 350
Book Description
Publisher: Sterling/Main Street
ISBN:
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
Languages : en
Pages : 350
Book Description
The Oxford Dictionary of Family Names in Britain and Ireland
Author: Patrick Hanks
Publisher: Oxford University Press
ISBN: 0192527479
Category : Reference
Languages : en
Pages : 3137
Book Description
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 Additional material also includes a list of published and unpublished lists of surnames from the Middle Ages to the present day.
Publisher: Oxford University Press
ISBN: 0192527479
Category : Reference
Languages : en
Pages : 3137
Book Description
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 and Welsh Surnames, with Special American Instances. in Two Volumes. Volume I, Surnames A-I
Author: Charles Wareing Bardsley
Publisher: Clearfield
ISBN: 9780806354835
Category : Reference
Languages : en
Pages : 442
Book Description
Facsimle reprint. Originally published: London, 1901.
Publisher: Clearfield
ISBN: 9780806354835
Category : Reference
Languages : en
Pages : 442
Book Description
Facsimle reprint. Originally published: London, 1901.
A Dictionary of English Surnames
Author: P. H. Reaney
Publisher: Routledge
ISBN: 1134933274
Category : Foreign Language Study
Languages : en
Pages : 3619
Book Description
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.
Publisher: Routledge
ISBN: 1134933274
Category : Foreign Language Study
Languages : en
Pages : 3619
Book Description
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.
Americana Illustrated
Author: National Americana Society
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : United States
Languages : en
Pages : 844
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : United States
Languages : en
Pages : 844
Book Description
English Surnames
Author: Charles Wareing Endell Bardsley
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Names, Personal
Languages : en
Pages : 682
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Names, Personal
Languages : en
Pages : 682
Book Description
A Dictionary of First Names
Author: Patrick Hanks
Publisher: Oxford University Press
ISBN: 0191578541
Category : Reference
Languages : en
Pages :
Book Description
This Dictionary is part of the Oxford Reference Collection: using sustainable print-on-demand technology to make the acclaimed backlist of the Oxford Reference programme perennially available in hardback format. The fascinating and informative Dictionary of First Names covers over 6,000 names in common use in English, including the very newest names as well as traditional names. From Alice to Zanna and Adam to Zola this book will answer all your questions: it will tell you the age, origin, and meaning of the name, as well as how it has fared in terms of popularity, and who the famous fictional or historical bearers for the name have been. It covers alternative spellings, short forms and pet forms, and masculine and feminine forms, as well as help with pronunciation. The book includes extensive appendices covering names from languages including Scottish, Irish, French, German, Italian, Arabic, and Chinese names. Tables of the most popular names by year and by region are also included. From the traditional to the rare and unconventional, this book will tell you everything you need to know about names.
Publisher: Oxford University Press
ISBN: 0191578541
Category : Reference
Languages : en
Pages :
Book Description
This Dictionary is part of the Oxford Reference Collection: using sustainable print-on-demand technology to make the acclaimed backlist of the Oxford Reference programme perennially available in hardback format. The fascinating and informative Dictionary of First Names covers over 6,000 names in common use in English, including the very newest names as well as traditional names. From Alice to Zanna and Adam to Zola this book will answer all your questions: it will tell you the age, origin, and meaning of the name, as well as how it has fared in terms of popularity, and who the famous fictional or historical bearers for the name have been. It covers alternative spellings, short forms and pet forms, and masculine and feminine forms, as well as help with pronunciation. The book includes extensive appendices covering names from languages including Scottish, Irish, French, German, Italian, Arabic, and Chinese names. Tables of the most popular names by year and by region are also included. From the traditional to the rare and unconventional, this book will tell you everything you need to know about names.
The Surnames Handbook
Author: Debbie Kennett
Publisher: The History Press
ISBN: 0752483498
Category : Reference
Languages : en
Pages : 325
Book Description
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.
Publisher: The History Press
ISBN: 0752483498
Category : Reference
Languages : en
Pages : 325
Book Description
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.