Diglis
suburban area · Worcestershire
Old EnglishAI-generated
The name Diglis likely derives from the Old English term 'dic', meaning 'ditch' or 'dyke', possibly referring to a defensive earthwork or boundary. The second element is less certain but could be related to 'hlys' meaning 'hearing' or 'fame', or perhaps a personal name.
Word origins
- dic
- Old Englishditch, dyke(from dic "ditch, dyke")
- llys
- Old Englishhearing, fame(from hlys "hearing, fame")