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Why do we have a surname?

Why do we have a surname?

  • Post author:Emma Cox
  • Post published:29/11/2018
  • Post category:Meanings/Surnames
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Why do we have surnames? Surnames in England originated in the 11th century under William I (William the Conqueror) when he became King in 1066. Prior to this people only…

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