Surnames based on nicknames often describe an ancestor’s appearance (build, hair, eyes, complexion), a trait (strong, bold, ...

The documentary follows the deeply emotional journeys of African Americans reclaiming ancestral names stripped away through the legacy of slavery.

The hour-long special follows the deeply emotional journey of African Americans reclaiming ancestral names stripped away through the legacy of slavery.

Finding Your Roots is available to stream on pbs.org and the free PBS App, available on iPhone, Apple TV, Android TV, Android smartphones, Amazon Fire TV, Amazon Fire Tablet, Roku, Samsung Smart ...