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Irvine

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Type River & Settlement
Usage Scottish

Meaning & History

Derived from Brythonic elements meaning "green water". This is a river and city in North Ayrshire, Scotland.

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Given Name DescendantIrvine(Scottish)
Surname DescendantsIrvin, Irvine, Irving(Scottish)
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Entry updated October 6, 2024

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