>>>You'd think that if they are from the same family, they'd >>>pronounce their name equally, no? Like on a family meeting? :) I have always been Russell MAC-MARN, spelled McMahon. My wife is firmly convinced that she is named MIC-MARN, as are numerous other people. In Ireland they make it sound very nice - resembles MIC-MAH-HIN. The MIC is very under emphasised and sounds much nicer than what my wife thinks her name is. RM -- http://www.piclist.com PIC/SX FAQ & list archive View/change your membership options at http://mailman.mit.edu/mailman/listinfo/piclist