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These are reprint editions reprinted with the help of original book just to give the original look and feel we do not change its format and text due to which in some cases the text is not like new. About The Book: Sir R.C. Temple’s A Dissertation on the Proper Names of Punjabis: With Special Reference to the Proper Names of Villagers in the Eastern Punjab is a pioneering study in onomastics and ethnology. It examines the structure, origins, and cultural meanings of Punjabi personal names, especially among rural populations. Temple explores how names reflect caste, religion, occupation, geography, and social status. Drawing on field research and colonial administrative records, the dissertation offers insight into identity formation and local traditions in Eastern Punjab. It remains a significant resource for understanding regional linguistic patterns and the sociocultural fabric of Punjabi village life during British India. About The Author: Sir Richard Carnac Temple (1850–1931) was a British administrator and anthropologist born in India, known for his role as Chief Commissioner of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands. An accomplished writer, he authored and edited numerous works on Indian culture, language, and history, including *A Dictionary of Hindustani Proverbs*, *The Andaman Language*, and *Legends of the Punjab*. Temple contributed significantly to the study of anthropology and historical geography, editing important travel accounts such as *The Travels of Peter Mundy* and *The Papers of Thomas Bowrey*. His scholarship bridged administrative experience and cultural studies, enriching British understanding of South Asia and its diverse traditions. The Title 'A Dissertation on The Proper Names of Punjabiʼs : With Special Reference to the Proper Names of Villagers in the Eastern Punjab written/authored/edited by R. C. Temple', published in the year 1883. The ISBN 9789374149614 is assigned to the Paperback version of this title. This book has total of pp. 246 (Page