family name

The phrase “family name” has 4 syllables: fam-i-ly name

It's pronounced as /ˈfæmɪli neɪm/

What is synonym and antonym for family name?

In the thesaurus, “family name” has 9 synonyms.

Here are synonyms for family name along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for family name

byname
cognomen
epithet
last name
maiden name
married name
sobriquet
soubriquet
surname

Meanings of family name

noun
1. A surname.
2. A given name common in a family, or already borne by someone in the family (in the context of naming someone in the family after that family member).

Example Sentences

Her family name has been passed down for generations.
They decided to hyphenate their last names to create a new family name.
The family name is well-known in their hometown.
He traced his ancestry to find the origin of his family name.
She proudly carries on the family name in her professional career.

On this page you'll find 9 synonyms or another words to family name, such as: byname, cognomen, epithet, last name, maiden name, married name, sobriquet.

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