Subject: Re: [Goanet]Re: Goan surnames
> Re Surnames, we have examples where the father's first Christian name has > become the new surname. Two of my friends were Harold George de Souza. All > from his family adopted the father's Christian name and he simply became > Harold George. The other who was Rudolf de Souza, became Rudolf Nobay (i.e > by taking on the father's Christian name). I am sure there must be many > others like this which makes matters complicated but interesting. > Cornel RESPONSE: Thanks for the enlightenment. Many years ago I had heard the name, Napoleon Nobay who worked for First Chicago and was told he was a Goan and I was quizical as to the authenticity. Then there is the one of the ' De Lords' of Tanzania (Zanzibar). Cheers, Gabe Menezes. ########################################################################## # Send submissions for Goanet to [EMAIL PROTECTED] # # PLEASE remember to stay on-topic (related to Goa), and avoid top-posts # # More details on Goanet at http://joingoanet.shorturl.com/ # # Please keep your discussion/tone polite, to reflect respect to others # ##########################################################################
