Dictionary of English Surnames

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.

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A Dictionary of English Surnames

About the author

P. H. Reaney is the author of The Origin of English Surnames (RKP, 1980). R. M. Wilson is Professor Emeritus of English Language at Sheffield University.

Summary

This classic dictionary 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.

Product details

• Authors: P H Reaney, P. H. Reaney, P. H. Wilson Reaney, Reaney P. H., R M Wilson, R. M. Wilson, Wilson R. M.
• Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd.
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 30.06.2020
• EAN: 9780367581343
• ISBN: 978-0-367-58134-3
• No. of pages: 580
• Subjects: Humanities, art, music > Linguistics and literary studies > General and comparative linguistics; Social sciences, law, business > Media, communication > Journalism; LANGUAGE ARTS & DISCIPLINES / General, REFERENCE / General, FOREIGN LANGUAGE STUDY / General, Literature: history & criticism, Language: reference & general, Language: reference and general, Language teaching and learning, Literature: history and criticism, Language teaching & learning (other than ELT)