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Goddard

Goddard (name) means a masculine given name and surname of Germanic origin, also used as a place name in the United States. Example: “The Goddard Space Flight Center is named after rocket pioneer Robert H. Goddard.”

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A masculine given name and surname of Germanic origin, also used as a place name in the United States.
"The Goddard Space Flight Center is named after rocket pioneer Robert H. Goddard."
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Etymology

From Old High German got ("God") and harti ("hard, strong").

Origin: German

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Goddard” mean?

The word “Goddard” means a masculine given name and surname of Germanic origin, also used as a place name in the United States.

How do you use “Goddard” in a sentence?

Here is “Goddard” used in a sentence: “The Goddard Space Flight Center is named after rocket pioneer Robert H. Goddard.”

What part of speech is “Goddard”?

“Goddard” is a name.

Where does the word “Goddard” come from?

The word “Goddard” comes from German. From Old High German got ("God") and harti ("hard, strong").

Is “Goddard” a common word?

“Goddard” is an uncommon word in modern English.

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