|
|
|
|
SUTHERLAND
|
|
|
SOURCE: Location
USAGE: Scottish
Meaning & History
Scottish regional name that described the man who came from the former county by this name, which got its name from Old Norse suðroen "southern" and land "land". It was called the South Land because it was south of Scandinavia and south of the Norse colonies of Orkney and Shetland Islands. The man who came from that area of Scotland was referred to by his former place of residence.
|
|
| Home | About | Copyright © | Terms | Contact |
Contribute
