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Humphrey
HUHMF-ree
Humphrey (name) means a male given name of Germanic origin, also used as a surname. Example: “Humphrey Bogart was one of the most famous actors of his era.”
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A male given name of Germanic origin, also used as a surname.
"Humphrey Bogart was one of the most famous actors of his era."
How to use Humphrey
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA traditional English first name and surname.
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Etymology
From Old French Humfrey, ultimately from Germanic elements meaning roughly "peace" and "support," carried to England by the Normans.
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What does “Humphrey” mean?
The word “Humphrey” means a male given name of Germanic origin, also used as a surname. In plain terms, a traditional English first name and surname.
How do you pronounce “Humphrey”?
“Humphrey” is pronounced HUHMF-ree (/ˈhʌmfɹi/ in IPA).
How do you use “Humphrey” in a sentence?
Here is “Humphrey” used in a sentence: “Humphrey Bogart was one of the most famous actors of his era.”
What part of speech is “Humphrey”?
“Humphrey” is a name.
Where does the word “Humphrey” come from?
The word “Humphrey” comes from Old French. From Old French Humfrey, ultimately from Germanic elements meaning roughly "peace" and "support," carried to England by the Normans.
Is “Humphrey” a common word?
“Humphrey” is an uncommon word in modern English.
