PLURALIZING PROPER NAMES:
We have provided the information below regarding the different options for pluralizing Proper Names for reference purposes only – please enter your wording in your preferred style.
If the name does not end with an S, add 's (apostrophe s)
Jim = Jim’s
David = David’s
Parker = Parker’s
Williamson = Williamson’s
If the name ends with an S, there are several options:
Treat the name like any other singular name and add 's (apostrophe s):
Charles = Charles’s
Chris = Chris’s
Davis = Davis’s
Simply add an apostrophe:
Charles = Charles’
Chris = Chris’
Davis = Davis’
Pluralize the name first then make the name possessive with the use of an apostrophe:
Smith = Smiths’
Jones = Joneses’
When a Last Name ends in a hard "z" sound, simply add the apostrophe:
Chambers = Chambers' (such as The Chambers’ Bar and Grill)
