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Subject: Origins of TUCKER, HOUSTON, WORTHY, MCGLASSON
Author: Aubureck   (guest, 68.1.111.153)
Date: March 23, 2004 at 12:48:57 PM
I am searching for the origins and meanings of the surnames Tucker, Houston, Worthy and McGlasson.

I have a slight understanding that Tucker is of Old English origin. But I have come across some information that would lead me to believe that not only does Tucker derive from the Old English, it goes further back to around the time of William the Conqueror and his ancient Germanic origns.

McGlasson I am fairly sure is Scottish and I have met an Englishman who's surname is Houston.

These are the only leads that I have regarding all 4 surnames. All help would be greatly appreciated

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