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Maitland
Maitland (name) means a surname of Anglo-Norman origin. Example: “Maitland has been a prominent Scottish surname since medieval times.”
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1
A surname of Anglo-Norman origin.
"Maitland has been a prominent Scottish surname since medieval times."
2
A city in New South Wales, Australia.
"Maitland lies on the Hunter River in New South Wales."
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Word forms
- Plural
- Maitlands
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Etymology
Possibly from Anglo-Norman maltalent, "bad temper," used as a nickname, though it may also derive from the Norman village of Mautalant.
Frequently asked questions
What does “Maitland” mean?
The word “Maitland” means a surname of Anglo-Norman origin.
How do you use “Maitland” in a sentence?
Here is “Maitland” used in a sentence: “Maitland has been a prominent Scottish surname since medieval times.”
What part of speech is “Maitland”?
“Maitland” is a name.
Where does the word “Maitland” come from?
The word “Maitland” comes from Anglo-Norman. Possibly from Anglo-Norman maltalent, "bad temper," used as a nickname, though it may also derive from the Norman village of Mautalant.
How many meanings does “Maitland” have?
“Maitland” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a surname of Anglo-Norman origin.
