Jack and Jill: A Study in Our Christian Names by Richard McClure is a fascinating dive into the history, meaning, and cultural significance of personal names. Blending linguistics, Christian tradition, and social history, this classic book explores how names like "John," "Mary," "Jill," and "Jack" came to shape identity, faith, and family across centuries.
From biblical roots to modern naming trends, McClure’s accessible style offers rich insights for those interested in genealogy, onomastics, or the enduring power of names in Christian heritage and Western civilisation.