Lancaster
l(a)-ncas-ter,
lan-ca-ster
US Popularity:5632
Origin:British
Meaning:Fort on the Lune river
With British origins, Lancaster is a boy’s name meaning “fort on the Lune river.” Lancaster is a famous place name in Northern England and is a city steeped in history. Lancaster was at the center of the a series of civil wars as they rivaled neighboring York for the English throne. Known as the Wars of the Roses, Lancaster won the thirty-year dispute which paved the way for the House of Tudor. For those who love English history, look no further than naming baby after a beautiful town renowned for its historical context, rolling hills, and stunning landscape.
How Popular Is The Name Lancaster?
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1930
#4301
in 1930
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