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Re: british and other countries surnames: Cassin- Casson
I Never thought of that possibility. Some old Irish personal names seem uncomplimentary, and you wonder why they were bestowed on chidren.
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You may find some historical interest in the surname of my mother, that reveals an early 'Cas'

http://www.sjfoley.com/Meaning_of_McCarthy_Name/McCarthy_Name.htm
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