Joel Callen
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Lost names: the monikers that have become extinct

Did you know that, just like some animals, last names can become extinct? It makes sense, if you think about it – when names are linked to specific places or professions, they can die out slowly. Many names were also lost after wars when young men were killed in battle.

Here are some of the names that are endangered and extinct:

Extinct names (presumed since 2011)

Endangered names (less than 20 bearers)

Endangered names (less than 200 bearers)

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