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Pilkington
Pilkington (name) means a surname of English origin, from a place name in Lancashire. Example: “Karl Pilkington became well known for his appearances on British podcasts and TV shows.”
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A surname of English origin, from a place name in Lancashire.
"Karl Pilkington became well known for his appearances on British podcasts and TV shows."
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- Pilkingtons
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Etymology
From a minor place name in Lancashire, combining an Old English personal name with elements meaning "belonging to" and "settlement."
Rhymes for Pilkington
Lexington
Arlington
Remington
Eddington
Ellington
Wellington
Washington
Darlington
Huntington
Kensington
Harrington
Carrington
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Frequently asked questions
What does “Pilkington” mean?
The word “Pilkington” means a surname of English origin, from a place name in Lancashire.
How do you use “Pilkington” in a sentence?
Here is “Pilkington” used in a sentence: “Karl Pilkington became well known for his appearances on British podcasts and TV shows.”
What part of speech is “Pilkington”?
“Pilkington” is a name.
Where does the word “Pilkington” come from?
The word “Pilkington” comes from Old English. From a minor place name in Lancashire, combining an Old English personal name with elements meaning "belonging to" and "settlement.".
