Family names from the Irish, Anglo-Saxon, Anglo-Norman and Scotch
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Family names from the Irish, Anglo-Saxon, Anglo-Norman and Scotch considers names through their etymology, with brief remarks on the history and languages of the peoples credited with their origins. The preface says that names implying characteristics of person, feature, faith, place or event were conferred throughout the world, especially by people it describes as poorly educated and unpolished.
The name entries explain Frederick as a mighty lord, divide Gladwin into words for pleased and friend, and give Graham the meaning of a weather-beaten home. The historical discussion describes the Normans adopting French law, customs and language, becoming Christians and marrying into French families.
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- Thomas G. Gentry
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- 177
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- English
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