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Re: What is the origin/meaning of my surname?
I would like to know the orgin of the name Brittany? I know how certain names mean things like smart one or thankful one ,but what does my name mean? Do all names have a meaning?
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See http://www.behindthename.com/ for first names.
'Britain' probably derives from a word meaning 'painted', a reference to the original inhabitants' use of body paint and tattoos. It may also derive from the Celtic goddess Brigid. Britain, Breton and Bretagne are all related.
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