Wilkes
Wilkes (name) means an English surname derived from Wilkin, a medieval pet form of William. Example: “John Wilkes Booth assassinated President Lincoln.”
Word forms
Wilkes plural, Wilkeses plural
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John _____ Booth assassinated President Lincoln.
Etymology
From Wilk, a back-formation from Wilkin + the patronymic suffix -s.
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Frequently asked questions
What does “Wilkes” mean?
The word “Wilkes” means an English surname derived from Wilkin, a medieval pet form of William.
How do you pronounce “Wilkes”?
“Wilkes” is pronounced wihl-kees (/wɪlkiːs/ in IPA).
How do you use “Wilkes” in a sentence?
Here is “Wilkes” used in a sentence: “John Wilkes Booth assassinated President Lincoln.”
What is another word for “Wilkes”?
Words with a similar meaning to “Wilkes” include Wilkin, Wilkins, Wilkinson, Will, Williams and William.
What part of speech is “Wilkes”?
“Wilkes” is a name.
Is “Wilkes” a common word?
“Wilkes” is an uncommon word in modern English.