I've friend named Bird who holidays in a small former colony whose black leader is called Bird - my mate has not been accused of being a descendant of a slave owner.. Many West Indians with non African surnames, carry that of a former owner, or less often, the name of the man who gave or bought their freedom. How else does one explain the numbers of W Is called e.g. 'White'. I knew of one, and a 'Green' in brum, years ago.