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Pettigrew

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An English surname of uncertain origin, possibly meaning "small growth" or "crane's foot".
"Pettigrew has been recorded as an English surname since the 13th century."
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_____ has been recorded as an English surname since the 13th century.

Etymology

Possibly from the Anglo-Norman French "petit creu" (small growth), or from "pie de grue" (crane's foot), referring to someone with long legs.

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