last name

noun

1. surname.

last name

noun

1. another term for surname

Word History and Origins

Origin of last name¹

First recorded in 1895–1900

Example Sentences

“I’ve seen professional photo shoots set up in the middle of the road,” said Martin, a neighborhood resident of Hillcrest Road and Carmelita Avenue, who declined to provide his last name out of privacy concerns.

From Los Angeles Times

Jay, who asked not to have his last name published because of a fear of doxxing, said he’s lost friends because of politics and had familial relationships strained over the years.

From Salon

After Levi asked four times over several days, McConaughey conceded he could submit an audition film - but insisted his last name was removed.

From BBC

“Everybody has a number out there, but you also have a last name on the back of your jersey,” Skipper said.

From Los Angeles Times

Fans often press him for the scoop on Trout, he said, with some version of this line: “You guys share the same fishy last name, and he’s Mr. Angel just like you.”

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• surname