matronymic Definition
- 1a name derived from the name of a mother or a female ancestor
- 2a name based on the name of one's mother or a female ancestor
Using matronymic: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "matronymic" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
In some cultures, the use of matronymics is more common than patronymics.
Example
The surname 'Johnson' is a patronymic, while 'Madison' is a matronymic.
Example
Matronymics are often used in Iceland, where surnames are based on the father's or mother's first name.
Origins of matronymic
from Greek 'mater' meaning 'mother' and 'onoma' meaning 'name'
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Summary: matronymic in Brief
A 'matronymic' [məˈtrɑːnɪmɪk] is a name derived from the name of a mother or a female ancestor. It is often used in cultures where surnames are based on the father's or mother's first name, such as Iceland. For example, 'Madison' is a matronymic name.
