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Pritchard

PRIHCHD

Pritchard (name) means a Welsh surname meaning "son of Richard". Example: “Pritchard is a common surname in Wales.”

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A Welsh surname meaning "son of Richard".
"Pritchard is a common surname in Wales."
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Etymology

Anglicized from Welsh "ap Rhisiart" ("son of Richard").

Origin: Welsh

Frequently asked questions

What does “Pritchard” mean?

The word “Pritchard” means a Welsh surname meaning "son of Richard".

How do you pronounce “Pritchard”?

“Pritchard” is pronounced PRIHCHD (/ˈpɹɪt͡ʃɚd/ in IPA).

How do you use “Pritchard” in a sentence?

Here is “Pritchard” used in a sentence: “Pritchard is a common surname in Wales.”

What part of speech is “Pritchard”?

“Pritchard” is a name.

Where does the word “Pritchard” come from?

The word “Pritchard” comes from Welsh. Anglicized from Welsh "ap Rhisiart" ("son of Richard").

Is “Pritchard” a common word?

“Pritchard” is an uncommon word in modern English.

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