An abbreviation of a person's name, constructed by taking the initial letters of first, last, and sometimes middle name(s). See monogram
A name acquired from one's father's, grandfather's or earlier (male) ancestor's first name. Some cultures use a patronymic where other cultures use a surname or family name; other cultures (like Russia) use both a patronymic and a surname.
A name acquired from one's father.
Derived from one's ancestors.
Derived from one's father.