The Origin and Signification of Scottish Surnames with a Vocabulary of Christian Names (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781417966530)

The book titled ""The Origin and Signification of Scottish Surnames with a Vocabulary of Christian Names"" written by Clifford Stanley Sims is a comprehensive guide to the history and meanings behind Scottish surnames. The book explores the origin of Scottish surnames and the significance they hold in Scottish culture. The author provides a detailed analysis of the various factors that contributed to the formation of these surnames, including geographic location, occupation, and family lineage.In addition to exploring the history of Scottish surnames, the book also includes a vocabulary of Christian names commonly used in Scotland. The author provides a detailed explanation of the meanings behind these names and their significance in Scottish culture. This section of the book is particularly useful for those who are interested in Scottish genealogy or who are looking to name a child with a traditional Scottish name.Overall, ""The Origin and Signification of Scottish Surnames with a Vocabulary of Christian Names"" is an informative and engaging read for anyone interested in Scottish history, culture, and genealogy. The book provides a comprehensive overview of Scottish surnames and their meanings, making it an essential resource for anyone looking to explore their Scottish heritage.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.

Author: Clifford Stanley Sims
ISBN-10: 141796653X
ISBN-13: 9781417966530
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 12/01/2004
Pages: 128
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.44lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.30d