A Concise Dictionary of First Names
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A Concise Dictionary of First Names by Patrick Hanks
Do you love or hate your name? Do you know what it really means? How do you choose the right name for someone? With well over 6,000 entries, this is the most comprehensive dictionary of first names available. In addition to a new introduction from the authors, it provides the answers to all your questions on the meanings and histories of names, how they have risen or fallen in popularity, and who are the famous bearers from history, fiction, and the screen. There is detailed appendix material which includes European, Arabic, and Indian names, and this new edition now contains detailed coverage of Japanese and Chinese names. Over 150 brand new first names listed, including Aeronwen, Ardal, Calista, Gaia, Macy, Nirvana, and Xena| SKU | Unavailable |
| ISBN 13 | 9780198662594 |
| ISBN 10 | 0198662599 |
| Title | A Concise Dictionary of First Names |
| Author | Patrick Hanks |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Oxford University Press |
| Year published | 2001-06-21 |
| Number of pages | 328 |
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