We're thrilled to share some exciting news from the Society for Name Studies in Britain and Ireland (SNSBI) - the launch of the brand-new companion website: Exploring Names! 🎉
You can now explore it here.
🔎 What is Exploring Names?
The Exploring Names website has been developed to showcase the richness and relevance of name studies. It complements the main SNSBI website and is designed to be engaging and accessible - not just for members, but also for anyone curious about names and the stories they tell.
Whether you're a linguist, historian, genealogist, teacher, or simply fascinated by the names that surround us, this site offers a window into the scholarly and cultural world of names.
📚 What You’ll Find
Work on the site is ongoing, but there's already a growing collection of materials ready for you to enjoy, including:
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Introductory resources on personal and place names
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Articles and explanations designed for readers at all levels
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A new and exciting section called “Name Stories” - featuring monthly explorations of interesting names, their origins, meanings, and cultural relevance
The brilliant Peter McClure will be contributing further family-name stories, but we want the section to be as diverse and inclusive as possible - and that’s where you come in!
✍️ Contribute Your Own Name Story
Have a name you love, study, or are simply curious about? We'd love for you to write about it for the Name Stories section. All kinds of name topics are welcome—from historical anecdotes and regional insights to linguistic observations and family traditions.
We're also looking for high-quality images to help bring the site to life - especially original photos you own and can share with permission.
A full Guide for Contributors is available on the site’s Contact page, where you’ll also find details on submitting your text or images.
💌 Get Involved!
We’d love your feedback - and your help in spreading the word! Please:
✅ Take a look at Exploring Names
✅ Share the link with friends, colleagues, students, local history groups - anyone who might be interested
✅ Send us your comments or suggestions at exploringnames@snsbi.org.uk
✅ Consider contributing a story or photo
Let’s make this a welcoming and lively space for everyone who shares an interest in names!
With warm thanks,
Keith Briggs, Ellie Rye & Diana Whaley
Editorial Group
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