Welsh Surnames of Occupational Origin

Abstract Welsh surnames based upon occupation, while not competing quantitatively with the overwhelming numbers of patronymics, are not without importance in the onomastic repertoire. Bearers of such names are not always aware of their meanings, yet fluent speakers seem to recognize their essential...

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Bibliographic Details
Main Author: Robert A. Fowkes
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: University Library System, University of Pittsburgh 1993-12-01
Series:Names
Online Access:http://ans-names.pitt.edu/ans/article/view/1378