What is a suffix in a name?

A <ins>name suffix</ins> is a term added to the end of a person's name to provide additional information about them. These suffixes can denote <ins>professional qualifications</ins>, such as "MD" for a medical doctor or "Esq." for a lawyer. They can also indicate <ins>academic degrees</ins>, like "PhD" or "MBA". Furthermore, some suffixes denote <ins>generational designations</ins>, such as "Jr.", "Sr.", "II", "III", and so on. These generational suffixes are used to distinguish individuals with the same name within a family. The correct usage of suffixes can vary depending on custom, location, and the specific suffix itself. It is also important to note that, in some contexts, using multiple suffixes (e.g., both a professional qualification and a generational suffix) is acceptable, while in others it may be considered redundant or inappropriate.