American Name Society
The American Name Society was founded in 1951 to promote onomastics, the study of names and naming practices, both in the United States and abroad. It is a non-profit organization that seeks to find out what really is in a name, and to investigate cultural insights, settlement history, and linguistic characteristics revealed in names. Read more about the history of the ANS, and view the complete list of ANS Presidents.
Basic Information
- Category: higher education
- Founded: 1951
- Website: http://www.americannamesociety.org/
Documented Facts
- Email: info@americannamesociety.org (No linked source recorded for this statement.)
- Founded: 1951 (No linked source recorded for this statement.)
Evidence and Sources
- American Name Society — Official Site (official)
- American Name Society on linkedin (social)
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- Recorded profile date: 2026-04-22
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The American Name Society was founded in 1951 to promote onomastics, the study of names and naming practices, both in the United States and abroad. It is a non-profit organization that seeks to find out what really is in a name, and to investigate cultural insights, settlement history, and linguistic characteristics revealed in names. Read more about the history of the ANS, and view the complete list of ANS Presidents.
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