noun as in strong fondness

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family name, hereditary name, patronymic

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Example:He is proud of his family name, which has a long history.

Definition:The name given to the members of a family, often used to distinguish one family from another

From family name

Example:Hereditary names are important in many cultures and often carry family history.

Definition:A name passed down through generations in a family

From hereditary name

Example:Patronymics often include geographical references, much like Barnwell.

Definition:A surname derived from a father's given name, which can sometimes have a geographical or place-name component

From patronymic