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Vernon

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Type Surname (from location)
Usage English
Pronounced Pron. VURN-ən
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Meaning & History

Locational name in the Eure region of Normandy, from the Gaulish element vern "alder (tree)" with the genitive case maker onis.

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Given Name DescendantsVerna, Vernon(English)

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comedians, places, trees
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Entry updated August 16, 2017

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