+A **surname**, or [family name](/wiki/family_name), is a hereditary name often shared by members of a [family](/wiki/family). It typically follows a [given name](/wiki/given_name) and helps distinguish individuals across generations and communities.
+## See also
+- [Genealogy](/wiki/genealogy)
+- [Naming customs](/wiki/naming_customs)
+- [Patronymic](/wiki/patronymic)