A Dictionary of English Surnames Revised Edition

by P. H. Reaney (Author), R. M. Wilson (Author), David Hey

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ISBN-13: 978-0198600923

ISBN-10: 0198600925

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A Dictionary of English Surnames is an authoritative and enlightening guide to the origins of English surnames and how they developed over the centuries. A comprehensive survey of this popular subject, it provides useful information on 16,000 surnames, giving full sources and dates. Different
forms of names are also cross-referenced for ease of use. A valuable historical and linguistic introduction to the subject is included, along with a new appendix on how to trace the origin of a family name.

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About the Author

David Hey is Professor of Local and Family History and Dean of the Faculty of Educational Studies at the University of Sheffield.

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Publisher ‏ : ‎ Oxford University Press; Revised edition (August 21, 1997)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Paperback ‏ : ‎ 592 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0198600925
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0198600923
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 13.8 ounces
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.06 x 1.2 x 7.69 inches

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Excellent Research Resource

Reviewed in the United States on June 12, 2021

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Item arrived in mint condition. As a paperback, this is a miniaturized (but only size-wise!) version of the hardcover edition. A magnifying glass proved handy, though print is legible without such enhancements.

The standard work on the subject

Reviewed in the United States on June 8, 2000

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The introduction alone is worth the price of the book through its clear explanations of the four main groups of surnames: local surnames; surnames of relationships; occupational surnames; and nicknames. Brief pages about regional surname patterns are also enlightening.
The meat of the book is the alphabetical listing of some 16,000 English surnames, their variations, probable origins, and notes on early occurrences in the written records.
The cross-referencing between variant spellings is excellent and makes for easy navigation between variants.
A first rate resource for English genealogy and local history.

7 people found this helpful

Carolyn Boselli

It is comprehensive and easy to use

Reviewed in the United States on February 19, 2021

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I found more about my name than I ever dreamed I would.

The standard work on the subject

Reviewed in the United States on June 8, 2000

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The introduction alone outstanding through its clear explanations of the four main groups of surnames: local surnames; surnames of relationships; occupational surnames; and nicknames. Brief pages about regional surname patterns are also enlightening.
The meat of the book is the alphabetical listing of some 16,000 English surnames, their variations, probable origins, and notes on early occurrences in the written records.
The cross-referencing between variant spellings is excellent and makes for easy navigation between variants.
A first rate resource for English genealogy and local history.

21 people found this helpful

Excellent academic work. A must for anyone working with English genealogy.

Reviewed in the United States on May 7, 2018

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Excellent academic work. A must for anyone working with English genealogy.

It had my unusual name and dates.

Reviewed in the United States on July 18, 2019

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It had my precise name.

great name book for medievalists

Reviewed in the United States on January 30, 2013

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great classic book on medieval names. highly recommended, esp for SCA folks.

(sorry for no caps, cracked a knuckle at fighter practice tonight)

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... appreciate the ability to obtain this book in a good used condition at a reasonable price

Reviewed in the United States on September 8, 2014

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I can really appreciate the ability to obtain this book in a good used condition at a reasonable price. The Late Mr. Reaney remains a foremost authority in the origin of English surnames

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D.

Great resource

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on August 5, 2021

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If you're stuck paranoid about you're using the same surnames for your fictional characters in whatever media you're creating, look no further than this book! It's been on my waiting list forever and when it finally came, it was worth the wait. Well-organised, easy to follow and extremely helpful.

GMP

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Reviewed in the United Kingdom on August 23, 2019

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Very poor for anyone who wants to find out the origins of theirs or anyone's surname.
Cost to much to return so stuck with it.
Was hoping to have given my wife this as a birthday present

Dr Mike

Good if you do family history and an interesting read ...

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on March 11, 2018

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Good if you do family history and an interesting read for those unusual surnames. I would have given it ten, but my old Kentish surname was nowhere to be found - but it never is!

don juan

Good value & prompt service, a handy pocket guide

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on May 28, 2021

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A handy pocket guide for anybody who is interested in the origins of their surname

Mr. N. A. Viles

Not what it appears to be !

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on September 14, 2013

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This is a book for the thinking Person........if you think you can pick it up and Bingo !! Your surname and its "meanings" is revealed in all its glory, think again. You must read the preface(s) and the introduction......and that is not an easy read either. A Book for those with an appetite for knowledge and learning. A Scholars' book.

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