>Hello all, > >Sorry for the non-topic query. In a recently received file from a >cousin I find the following entry: > >XXXX dit XXXXX > >What does the "dit" mean/stand for? I know I've seen this on one of the >lists but didn't think I'd need it - so didn't save it. > >Thanks in advance! > >Liz Liz - I recently came across this with one of my ancestors, who is Jean Theisen dit Theis translates to: Jean Theisen also called (aka) Theis. Hope this helps. Sharon Sharon Kazmierski, Listowner, Latinteach & Latin E-mail Discussion Forums New on LATINTEACH's Website: Classroom ideas from Tiffany Wilson and Rose Williams. Do you have a Latin or Classics Website? Join the LATINTEACH WEBRING! http://www.geocities.com/Athens/Styx/1790/index.html