Wednesday, November 18, 2009

What are the anthropological indicators of last name?

For instance, can you tell what part of a country a person is from just by their last name? Specifically for countries with old civilizations (i.e. Russia and China). Also is there an indicator of class?

What are the anthropological indicators of last name?
Russian-wise, mostly you can not. Some surnames do have a link with some industry or region, but that link is so obscure, that i doubt you will be able to pinpoint it back. There are some typically noble surnames, but it is that way in all the countries
Reply:I don't know sorry


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