Family name

/fˈamɪli nˈeɪm/

/fˈæmɪli nˈeɪm/

Family name

our last name; the name we share with our parents that follows our first name

synonyms : cognomen

Examples

1. The family name 'Smith' is quite common in English-speaking countries.

2. On the form, your family name should be written in capital letters.

3. In some cultures, the family name comes first, followed by the given name.

4. The family name 'Schneider' is of German origin and means 'tailor'.