The most popular English surname, ‘Smith’ has roots that stretch back through the dim mists of time.
• Although it originally denoted someone skilled in the art of working with metals, later bearers of the name have gained acclaim through a rich variety of endeavours and pursuits that range from economics, the sciences and politics to the stage, sport, literature and music.
• The colourful and prominent tale of the Smiths is recounted here.
A name of truly Biblical roots, ‘Johnson’ was introduced to the British Isles in the wake of the key historical event of the 1066 Norman Conquest. • This was when the last Anglo-Saxon king of England...
A name that stretches back to the original Celtic culture of Wales, ‘Owen’ is redolent of high romance and drama. • Many of the name have gained high honours and distinction through a range of...
Bearers of an occupational surname of truly ancient roots, the Turners have stamped an indelible mark on the pages of recorded history from earliest times. • Far removed from their original...
A name that became popularised on British shores in the aftermath of the eleventh century Norman Conquest, ‘Hall’ originally denoted someone who worked or lived in or near the household of a wealthy...
With origins that stretch back through the dim mists of time, ‘Green’ is also a name that figures prominently not only in the historical record of the British Isles but also in that of other nations...
A name of truly Biblical roots, ‘Johnson’ was introduced to the British Isles in the wake of the key…
A name that stretches back to the original Celtic culture of Wales, ‘Owen’ is redolent of high roman…
Bearers of an occupational surname of truly ancient roots, the Turners have stamped an indelible mar…
A name that became popularised on British shores in the aftermath of the eleventh century Norman Con…
With origins that stretch back through the dim mists of time, ‘Green’ is also a name that figures pr…
