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Sappington

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Type Surname (from location)
Usage English

Meaning & History

Possibly from the city of Sapperton, England, derived from Old English sapere meaning "soap maker" and tun meaning "enclosure, yard, town".

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craftsmanship, occupations, place names, structures, tools, uncertain etymology
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Entry updated May 31, 2018

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