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Europe / Where does this christian name come from?
« on: Thursday 14 November 24 01:22 GMT (UK) »
I've searched the myriad ancestors on both sides of his parents but the middle name of Thomas EGIN Kofod (1875-1939) who was born in Ronne, Bornholm, Denmark is a mystery.
While the name is on the list of approved names in the Faroe Islands, it is vanishingly rare in Denmark and neighbouring countries either currently or historically.
Could it come from Danish fiction or folk stories?
Could it come from Bishop Egino who came to Bornholm to convert the people to Christianity in1060 AD?
Any speculations much appreciated.
Thank you
Greg
While the name is on the list of approved names in the Faroe Islands, it is vanishingly rare in Denmark and neighbouring countries either currently or historically.
Could it come from Danish fiction or folk stories?
Could it come from Bishop Egino who came to Bornholm to convert the people to Christianity in1060 AD?
Any speculations much appreciated.
Thank you
Greg