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Massey

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Massey (name) means an English surname derived from a Norman place name. Example: “Massey is well known as the name of a farm equipment company.”

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An English surname derived from a Norman place name.
"Massey is well known as the name of a farm equipment company."

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Etymology

* As an English surname, from the personal name Massy, a pet form of Matthew. Compare Mace. * Also as an English surname of Norman origin, from several places in Normandy such as Macey in Manche, Massy in Seine-Maritime, Macé-sur-Orne in Orne, La Ferté Macé in Orne. * Also as an English surname, variant of Marsay (see Marcey). * As a French surname, variant of Massé (see Masse). * As a southern French surname of Italian origin, from several places named Massa in Italy.

Origin: Norman

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Massey” mean?

The word “Massey” means an English surname derived from a Norman place name.

How do you pronounce “Massey”?

“Massey” is pronounced MA-see (/ˈmæsi/ in IPA).

How do you use “Massey” in a sentence?

Here is “Massey” used in a sentence: “Massey is well known as the name of a farm equipment company.”

What part of speech is “Massey”?

“Massey” is a name.

Is “Massey” a common word?

“Massey” is an uncommon word in modern English.

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