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Ferris

Ferris (name) means a surname and masculine given name, an Anglicized form of the Irish surname Ó Fearghusa. Example: “Ferris took the day off school to explore the city.”

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A surname and masculine given name, an Anglicized form of the Irish surname Ó Fearghusa.
"Ferris took the day off school to explore the city."
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Etymology

English surname, from Norman Ferrers, from the toponymic Ferrières, from French fer (“iron”).

Origin: Norman

Frequently asked questions

What does “Ferris” mean?

The word “Ferris” means a surname and masculine given name, an Anglicized form of the Irish surname Ó Fearghusa.

How do you use “Ferris” in a sentence?

Here is “Ferris” used in a sentence: “Ferris took the day off school to explore the city.”

What part of speech is “Ferris”?

“Ferris” is a name.

Is “Ferris” a common word?

“Ferris” is an uncommon word in modern English.

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