An authoritative and enlightening guide to the origins of over 16,000 English surnames and their development over the centuries. Different forms of names are cross-referenced for ease of use. Includes a fasinating historical and linguistic introduction to the subject, and an appendix on tracing the origins of family names.

• Preface to the Third Edition


• Preface to the Second Edition


• Preface


• Introduction


• Abbreviations


• Dictionary


• Appendix