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Could this problem be solved by using the old Scandinavian family name etymology (i.e., patronymic/matronymic surnames rather than heritable family names)?

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Wouldn't the Arabic naming tradition, having patronymic, location (like German noble names), and 'nicknames' be more of a solution?

e.g. Jason Brahamsson "the Tall" of West London

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