Etymology

European word translator

A web page explanation about an etymology map tool that uses Google Translate API to provide word translations across European languages, with data collected around 2014. The tool, inspired by Bezbojnicul's Reddit maps, was built using D3 and Natural Earth maps.

Surnames from nicknames nobody has any more

An exploration of English surnames derived from historical paternal nicknames reveals how common names like Jackson, Wilson, and Dickson originated from shortened versions of father's names. The document details various examples of surname patterns, including forgotten nicknames like 'Wat' for Walter and 'Hob' for Robert, which evolved into modern family names.