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Kirby

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Type Surname (from location)
Usage English
Pronounced Pron. KUR-bee
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Meaning & History

From numerous towns in northern England named Kirby or Kirkby, derived from Old Norse kirkja "church" and býr "farm, settlement".

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Entry updated February 28, 2019

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