+A **family name**, or [surname](/wiki/surname), is a part of a person's name indicating their [family](/wiki/family) or lineage. Passed down through generations, these names often reflect ancestry, place, or occupation, uniting individuals across time.
+## See also
+- [Given Name](/wiki/given_name)
+- [Lineage](/wiki/lineage)
+- [Genealogy](/wiki/genealogy)
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