Best Surname Apps

168+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.0 avg rating
18 free apps
Updated November 2026

With an average user rating of 4.0★, the surname category is one of the App Store's strongest. Browse all 168+ apps we track, sorted so the most loved ones surface first.

Compare top Surname Apps (November 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1A list of surnamesA list of surnamesFree—NoNoMay 2026
2British NamesBritish NamesFree3.5★ (2)YesNoMay 2026
3MyLineageMyLineageFree4.1★ (54)NoNoNov 2026
4Surname & Name DictionarySurname & Name Dictionary$2.991.9★ (8)NoNoOct 2026
5China Hundred Family SurnamesChina Hundred Family SurnamesFree—NoYesNov 2026
6RootScope: Heritage & AncestryRootScope: Heritage & AncestryFree—NoYesNov 2026
7Family Tree & DNA HeritageFamily Tree & DNA HeritageFree5.0★ (1)NoYesOct 2026
87Tree: Family Tree Builder7Tree: Family Tree BuilderFree——NoNov 2026

Top Picks for Surname

British Names#2

British Names by Andrew Yahin

Meaning and Origins
Strong Contender
🔍 Reference
3.5(2 ratings)
FreeAds
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Discover the meanings and origins of over 17,000 British names, including English, Scottish, and Welsh surnames. This offline app allows you to search for specific names and learn their history, making your heritage easily accessible.

MyLineage#3
4.1(53 ratings)
Free
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Manage your account, track orders, and view personalized updates securely. Make payments, check balances, and shop for heraldry items. Access customer service and receive exclusive sale alerts.

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FAQ about Surname

Are there free surname apps for iPhone?
Yes — 18 of the top surname apps we rank are free to download, including A list of surnames and British Names.
A list of surnames has no ads and has no in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of November 2026.
We track 168+ surname apps on the iOS App Store as of November 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.

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