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Huntington

HUHN-tihng-tuhn

Huntington (name) means an English habitational surname, and the name of many towns across England and the United States, including the city in West Virginia named for railroad magnate Collis P. Huntington. Example: “She grew up in Huntington, a small city on the Ohio River.”

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An English habitational surname, and the name of many towns across England and the United States, including the city in West Virginia named for railroad magnate Collis P. Huntington.
"She grew up in Huntington, a small city on the Ohio River."

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Etymology

From Old English hunta ("hunter") combined with a place-name element, related to Huntingdon.

Origin: Old English

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Huntington” mean?

The word “Huntington” means an English habitational surname, and the name of many towns across England and the United States, including the city in West Virginia named for railroad magnate Collis P. Huntington.

How do you pronounce “Huntington”?

“Huntington” is pronounced HUHN-tihng-tuhn (/ˈhʌn.tɪŋ.tən/ in IPA).

How do you use “Huntington” in a sentence?

Here is “Huntington” used in a sentence: “She grew up in Huntington, a small city on the Ohio River.”

What part of speech is “Huntington”?

“Huntington” is a name.

Where does the word “Huntington” come from?

The word “Huntington” comes from Old English. From Old English hunta ("hunter") combined with a place-name element, related to Huntingdon.

Is “Huntington” a common word?

“Huntington” is an uncommon word in modern English.

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