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Wilby

Wilby (name) means an English surname derived from a place name meaning "willow farmstead.". Example: “James Wilby is a British actor.”

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An English surname derived from a place name meaning "willow farmstead."
"James Wilby is a British actor."

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Etymology

Various origins: * The village in Norfolk is named with Old English welig (“willow”) + Old Norse bý (“farmstead”). * The village in Northamptonshire is named with the Old Norse personal name Villi + bý (“farmstead”). * The village in Suffolk is named with Old English welig (“willow”) + bēag (“ring, circle”).

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Wilby” mean?

The word “Wilby” means an English surname derived from a place name meaning "willow farmstead.".

How do you use “Wilby” in a sentence?

Here is “Wilby” used in a sentence: “James Wilby is a British actor.”

What part of speech is “Wilby”?

“Wilby” is a name.

What is the meaning of Wilby?

"Wilby" (name) means an English surname derived from a place name meaning "willow farmstead.".

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