What historic last name start with a w?

1. When did last names start?
2. What was the first last name ever?
3. What are some old names?

When did last names start?

Family names came into use in the later Middle Ages (beginning roughly in the 11th century); the process was completed by the end of the 16th century.

What was the first last name ever?

The oldest surname in the world is KATZ (the initials of the two words – Kohen Tsedek). Every Katz is a priest, descending in an unbroken line from Aaron the brother of Moses, 1300 B.C.

What are some old names?

Along with Emma and Henry, other vintage baby names in the US Top 500 include Abraham, Arthur, Edith, Frederick, Josephine, Olive, Philip, Rosemary, and Walter. Other old-fashioned names that are up-and-coming include Amos, Ida, Lucinda, and Ralph.