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Jewish (and Crypto-Jewish) Surnames Index is the most complete and reliable compilation of Sephardic surnames available today, containing over 30,000 names sourced from Inquisition records, migration files, and genealogical archives. Written in Spanish, this groundbreaking book is more than a list-it is a comprehensive guide for anyone interested in Jewish ancestry, especially descendants of Iberian Jews.
The book offers a clear methodology for assessing the likelihood of Jewish origin behind surnames, using a system of certainty grades (A to D), historical proximity, and frequency in documented cases. It includes chapters on Jewish identity, DNA and genealogy, legal frameworks in Spain and Portugal, and official recognition by religious institutions.
Ideal for genealogists, historians, and those seeking to reclaim their roots, this work also provides practical tools to begin research: how to collect records, understand surname transmission, and interpret archival sources.
The final section includes an alphabetical index from A to Z, with thousands of surnames linked to Jewish or crypto-Jewish families. It also features a list of Orthodox rabbinical courts recognized by Israel for conversion and nationality processes.
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Abraham García, founder of Raíces Judías, has helped thousands rediscover their Jewish heritage. His work has been featured in The Jerusalem Post, and his platform www.raices-judias.com and YouTube channel @raicesjudias are trusted resources worldwide.
