Tintagel
village · Cornwall
CornishAI-generated
The etymology of Tintagel is uncertain, but it is likely of Cornish origin. It may relate to a 'narrow gorge' or 'fortress on a narrow place'.
Word origins
- Tin
- CornishFortress, place(from din "fortress, hill fort")
- tagel
- CornishNarrow gorge(from tagel "narrow gorge")
Historical forms
Dintagell · Tenedgoll