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Kay 2

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Type Surname (from occupation & from location)
Usage English
Pronounced Pron. /ˈkeɪ/
  [key·simplify]

Meaning & History

Derived from Old French kay meaning "wharf, quay", indicating one who lived near or worked on a wharf.

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Rootkay
VariantsKey, Keyes, Keys
Same SpellingKay 1
User SubmissionKay

Categories

nautical, structures, water
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Entry updated November 16, 2019

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