The result of over 40 years’ research, this classic reference work includes more than 8,000 surnames found in Scottish sources dating back as far as the 12th century. Providing information designed to help those looking into family history, each entry features details of dates when bearers of the name are attested, an explanation of its etymology and any alternative spellings.
First published by the New York Public Library in 1946, Black's The Surnames of Scotland has long established itself as one of the great classics of genealogy. Arranged alphabetically, each entry contains a concise history of the family in question (with many cross-references), making it an indispensable tool for those researching their own family history, as well as readers with a general interest in Scottish history.
An informative introduction and glossary also provide much useful information.
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