How many points is SURNAME worth in Scrabble?

SURNAME is worth 9 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

Which dictionaries accept SURNAME?

SURNAME is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).

Can you add a letter to SURNAME?

In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes SURNAMED, SURNAMER, SURNAMES. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.

Scrabble

Scrabble Dictionary

SURNAME

9 pts

SURNAME is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 9 points. SURNAME means "family name".

noun

Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

family name

In a sentence: "The surname is noted."

Share SURNAME

Check the Scrabble meaning of SURNAME. It scores 9 points.

Back hooks

Add one letter after SURNAME. Every word is valid in CSW24 (International).

Shorter words from these letters

Up to 12 highest-scoring shorter words using only the letters in SURNAME, without blank tiles.

Letter Values

= 9

SURNAME Scrabble FAQ

Is SURNAME a Scrabble word?: SURNAME is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 9 points.
What does SURNAME mean?: family name
How do you use SURNAME in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The surname is noted."
How many points is SURNAME worth in Scrabble?: SURNAME is worth 9 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept SURNAME?: SURNAME is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to SURNAME?: In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes SURNAMED, SURNAMER, SURNAMES. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.