A Dictionary of First Names (Oxford Paperback Reference)
YA-- A wonderful book that provides the origins of 7,000 names found in the English-speaking world, giving their history, usage trends, and explaining how they are used in other languages. In addition, each entry highlights influences that determine popularity. Supplements list names from the often difficult to find Arab world and the Indian subcontinent.Copyright 1991 Reed Business Information, Inc.--This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.