Kent

Type Political Subdivision & River
Usage English
Pronounced Pron. /ˈkɛnt/  [key·simplify]

Meaning & History

Possibly from a Brythonic element meaning "border, edge, coast". This is the name of a historic kingdom and modern county in southeastern England, called Cent in Old English, Cantium in Latin. It is also the name of a river in Cumbria, northwestern England.

Related Names

Rootkantos
Other Languages & CulturesCantium(Ancient Roman) Cent(Anglo-Saxon)
Given Name DescendantsKendal, Kendall(English)
Surname DescendantsKendal, Kendall(English)

Categories

ceremonial English counties, historic English counties, King Lear characters, non-metropolitan English counties
Entry updated October 6, 2024