British Isles Last Names
Many common last names in the British Isles actually refer to a color of red hair that had been prominent in that particular family historically. An example of this is the name Flannery, and it means russet hair. A common last name is also Flynn, which is related to the meaning of bright red. The name Reid means “red haired person.”
British Isles Last Names
In Danger Of Extinction
While we already think of red hair as being rare, many studies have suggested that the red hair gene is becoming even less common, with some studies estimating that it could be eradicated by the year 2060. However, some scientists disagree with this theory, saying that the gene could actually stay dormant and then return in a different generation.
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In Danger Of Extinction