Curious about Latin abbreviation

BetteB

I am working with catholic christening records from the early 1800s near Köln.

On the sponsor's name when the women is married, I've noticed, like the entry below, "Elisabetha Brabenders d. Fusswinkels. ", the woman is listed first by her maiden name and the married surname follows.

I just wondered what Latin word is represented by the "d" between the two surnames.

Thanks for any input.

Robert Seal_1

Hello @BetteB,

This is a good question.

The "d" stands for the Latin word "dicta" = called; otherwise known as

BetteB

Thank you so much.

Robert Seal_1

You're welcome, Bette.