An Etymological Dictionary Of Family And Christian Names

""An Etymological Dictionary of Family and Christian Names"" by William Arthur is a comprehensive reference book that explores the origins and meanings of thousands of family and Christian names. The book is organized alphabetically and includes entries for both common and uncommon names. Each entry provides a detailed etymology, tracing the name's roots and development over time. The book also includes information on the cultural and historical significance of many names, as well as variations and alternate spellings. This book is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in genealogy, history, or linguistics, and is a fascinating read for anyone curious about the origins of their own name.With An Essay On Their Derivation And Import.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.