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Potter

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Type Surname (from occupation)
Usage English
Pronounced Pron. PAHT-ər
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Meaning & History

Occupational name for a potter, one who makes earthen vessels. This surname was used by J. K. Rowling for the hero in her Harry Potter series of books, first released in 1997.

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ends in -er, Harry Potter characters, illustrators, Kennedy family, occupations, The Dukes of Hazzard characters, tools, word names
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Entry updated April 25, 2021

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