This edition has been fully restored with modern typesetting, custom cover design. Thomas G. Gentry's work is a comprehensive exploration of family names, focusing on their etymology from Irish, Anglo-Saxon, Anglo-Norman, and Scotch origins. He highlights the historical and linguistic contexts of these names, emphasizing their cultural significance often overlooked in previous studies. Gentry critiques earlier research and offers a fresh perspective, aiming to unravel the complexities and legacies embedded within family names. Driven by a passion for the Irish language, Gentry draws from primary sources to present a curated selection of names familiar to English speakers. While acknowledging the limitations of his compilation, he aspires to provide a valuable resource for understanding the deeper meanings behind names. His work sheds light on the intricacies of the Irish alphabet, pronunciation variations, and the influence of Celtic languages on English, particularly in geographical names and everyday vocabulary. The text delves into the historical account of the Celts, their social structures, and cultural elements like the role of druids, detailing their lifestyle and resistance to Roman occupation. It outlines the power shift in Britain post-Roman withdrawal, leading to the emergence of the Angles, Saxons, and Jutes, pivotal in shaping the English nation and language. Gentry meticulously examines the etymology of various names, revealing connections to personal traits, familial ties, and elements of nature. Names such as "Cannon," "Carmichael," and "Carney" reflect deep cultural roots, while others like "Devlin" and "Derr" emphasize diverse origins and meanings. His analysis underscores the blend of identity, geography, and personal history that shapes cultural narratives, appealing to linguists, historians, and anyone intrigued by the stories names tell. Through his work, Gentry offers a unique intersection of linguistic analysis and cultural heritage, illustrating how names encapsulate identity and history.