noun as in strong fondness

Strongest matches

surname, family name, patronymic

Discover More

Example Sentences

Example:The Johnson surname is common in that region.

Definition:A family name passed down from parents to their children.

From surname

Example:Every member of the Smith family has the same family name.

Definition:The last name that identifies a family lineage.

From family name

Example:In some cultures, patronymics are used as surnames.

Definition:A name derived from a father’s name, often passed down as a family name.

From patronymic