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Dudley

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Type Surname (from location)
Usage English
Pronounced Pron. /ˈdʌd.li/
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From a place name meaning "Dudda's clearing" in Old English. The surname was borne by a British noble family.

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RootDudley (place name)
Given Name DescendantDudley(English)

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Entry updated August 26, 2016

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