Celtic Names - by Sean McLaughlin (Paperback)

About the Book

"Beautifully presented, this book is a glossary of Celtic names, which are rapidly growing in popularity. It provides the meaning behind each name as well as its cultural origins. Includes a brief history of the Celts, how they came to conquer such large areas of Europe and how they later became concentrated in Ireland, Wales, Scotland, Cornwall, Brittany and northern Spain. While most of the book is dedicated to first names, surnames and place names are also covered, with explanations of the connection between names in different Celtic regions. For example, what do the Mac in MacCall and the P in Pryce have in common?"--

Book Synopsis

Celtic Names is a rich source of reference for anyone interested in, and inspired by, the Celtic world.

The influence of the Celtic tradition lives on in music, craftsmanship and, most importantly, names. Many of the most popular names in currency today have Celtic roots and this book shows the fascinating diversity. While most pages are dedicated to first names, surnames and place names are also covered. There are over 1500 separate entries.

About the Author

Sean McLaughlin is an author specializing in genealogy and all things Celtic. Sean has an Irish father, a Welsh mother and a Scotty dog, and he alternates holidays between Cornwall and Brittany. He lives in North London with his wife and two children.