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Why Do We Have Middle Names? | Origins

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Published July 10, 2023 at 5:00 AM CDT

We understand why we have first names and how our surnames tie us to our family heritage, but what's the deal with middle names? What's the purpose of a middle name and when did different cultures start using them?
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Origins | PBS Specials