The anthroponymy of Dragoslavec Breg

Abstract

This study begins with introductory remarks on the settlement of Dragoslavec Breg in Gornje Međimurje. Particular reference is made to the history of its name, unofficial eponyms and population dynamics. The anthroponymic system of the settlement is analysed through field and archive research. The characteristics of first names are shown (their official and unofficial usage and frequency), inhabitants’ surnames (frequency, origin, meaning, formational structure) and nicknames (motivation and formational characteristics).

Keywords

• anthroponymy
• first name
• surname
• nickname
• Dragoslavec Breg
• eponym Novoselčani