Jewishonomastics
Jewishonomastics is the study of Jewish names, including given names, surnames, and place names of Jewish origin. This field explores the history, etymology, and cultural significance of these names. Jewish given names often have Hebrew or Aramaic roots, reflecting religious figures, biblical stories, or Hebrew vocabulary. For example, names like Miriam, David, and Sarah are deeply embedded in Jewish tradition. Yiddish names, derived from German, Hebrew, and Slavic languages, also form a significant part of Jewish onomastics, with names like Moishe, Chaim, and Rivka being common.
Surnames in Jewish communities have a more complex history. Historically, many Jews did not have fixed surnames,
The study of Jewishonomastics also examines the evolution of these names across different diasporic communities and