Newbury
hamlet · Wiltshire
Old EnglishSurmised
Probable2 sources · historical forms · name elements
This hamlet's name means 'new fort' or 'new stronghold'. It likely refers to a newly established defensive structure.
Word origins
- Newbury
- Old EnglishAttestednew fort(from nīwe "new", burh "fortified place, stronghold")
Historical forms
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