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Hodge

hoj

Hodge (name) means a surname originating as a patronymic.

name

A surname originating as a patronymic.

A place name in the United States: An unincorporated community in the Mojave Desert, San Bernardino County, California.

A place name in the United States: A village in Jackson Parish, Louisiana.

A place name in the United States: An unincorporated community in Lafayette County, Missouri.

noun

archaic A rustic; a country person.

Word forms

Hodges plural, hodges plural

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Etymology

From a Middle English diminutive of the given name Roger. The substitution of H for R is common in English words derived from Norman French.

Origin: French

Rhymes for Hodge

lodge dodge dislodge

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Hodge” mean?

The word “Hodge” means a surname originating as a patronymic.

How do you pronounce “Hodge”?

“Hodge” is pronounced hoj (/hɑd͡ʒ/ in IPA).

What part of speech is “Hodge”?

Depending on how it is used, “Hodge” can be a name and a noun.

Where does the word “Hodge” come from?

The word “Hodge” comes from French. From a Middle English diminutive of the given name Roger. The substitution of H for R is common in English words derived from Norman French.

Is “Hodge” a common word?

“Hodge” is an uncommon word in modern English.

How many meanings does “Hodge” have?

“Hodge” has 5 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a surname originating as a patronymic.