naming patterns
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naming patterns
 kellyyouse
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Posted: 17 May 2006 10:02PM GMT |
Classification: Query
Hi,
Was it common for people to change their names at will historically? I know that must sound strange, but I do have at least two instances of people going by different names throughout their lives. . .one woman was born Elizabeth and died Mary E. Another was born Joseph Julian Tomaszewski and died Joseph Andrew Tomaszewski. I have confirmation that these people are the same through dates and other family members.
My main reason for this question concerns yet a third instance. . .I found a marriage record for a man whose wife I was expecting to be named Margaret, but the marriage registry lists Mary. I don't have other info to use for confirmation, so I was hoping this might be the correct person.
Thanks!
Was it common for people to change their names at will historically? I know that must sound strange, but I do have at least two instances of people going by different names throughout their lives. . .one woman was born Elizabeth and died Mary E. Another was born Joseph Julian Tomaszewski and died Joseph Andrew Tomaszewski. I have confirmation that these people are the same through dates and other family members.
My main reason for this question concerns yet a third instance. . .I found a marriage record for a man whose wife I was expecting to be named Margaret, but the marriage registry lists Mary. I don't have other info to use for confirmation, so I was hoping this might be the correct person.
Thanks!