surname

noun
UK: /ˈsɜːneɪm/
US: /ˈsɜːrneɪm/

  1. A name that is shared by members of a family.

    1. Her surname is Smith and it's very common here.
    2. The form requires you to enter your given name and surname.

  2. The name used to identify members of a family, which is usually inherited.

    1. My surname comes from my father's side of the family.
    2. In many cultures, the surname is passed down through the male lineage.

Synonyms

family name last name
surname verb

  1. To give a surname to someone.

    1. They surname their kids to keep family history.
    2. People were surnamed based on their job or where they lived.

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "surname" in English means: A name that is shared by members of a family., The name used to identify members of a family, which is usually inherited..

The phonetic transcription of "surname" is /ˈsɜːneɪm/ in British English and /ˈsɜːrneɪm/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "surname": family name, last name.

Example usage of "surname": "Her surname is Smith and it's very common here.". More examples on the page.