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Hawthorn

The meaning, background and naming story of Hawthorn.

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H

Meaning and background

The story behind Hawthorn

Hawthorn is a familiar British tree name, usually referring to members of the genus Crataegus. The English word's older elements involve a hedge and a thorn. As a dog's name it offers a woodland association without needing to invent a personal-name dynasty. The thorn is part of the plant name, not a personality claim. Hawthorn is normally said as two syllables in British English.

Meaning
A thorny tree or shrub of the genus Crataegus, commonly found in hedges. Source
Origin
English nature word based on hawthorn; older vocabulary includes elements for hedge and thorn. Source

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