Engaging with the history of a place inevitably leads to an exploration of place names, as they can provide insight into past conditions. Place names offer not only a glimpse into the language but also into the habits of former residents and the deciphering of the landscape's history. In the introductory chapters, the author discusses local history, naming theory, and the linguistic peculiarities of the study area. The subsequent place name book contains the official, unofficial, and extinct place names of the Grossenehrich district, which have been collected and linguistically analyzed. The book is aimed at students of German studies and local historians interested in this fascinating subfield of linguistics. The methodology of place name collection is described in detail, providing a solid introduction to the topic.