Gary, "A Dictionary of Surnames" by Patrick Hanks and Flavia Hodges lists Whitesmith under Smith and differentiates it from other smiths (blacksmiths, brownsmiths, etc.) by adding the definition (working in tin). Smith, itself, means a worker in metal, probably derived from an Old English term "smitan", meaning to strike or hammer. All "New Dictionary of American Family Names" by E.C. Smith says is, "(English) One who worked in tin." Can't see where any of the above adds to what you already have, though. Barbara [email protected] wrote: > WHITESMITH - Supposedly English repairer of items like tin. May I have a > more learned lookup on this name please? > > Gary Radcliffe > > ============================== > The easiest way to stay in touch with your family and friends! > http://www.myfamily.com/banner.asp?ID=RWLIST1