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Catesby name popularity, meaning and origin
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Catesby name meaning:
The name Catesby is of English origin, primarily recognized as a surname before being used as a given name. Historically, it finds its roots in English locales, derived from the habitation names in Northamptonshire and other parts of England. The name suggests a connection to a place characterized by a cottage or a shelter ("by" being a Scandinavian origin word for settlement or village), indicating a likely origin from a family dwelling or estate known as "Cate's by," where "Cate" could be a personal name.
As a boy's name, Catesby evokes a sense of heritage and uniqueness. It is not commonly used, which may afford a child a sense of individuality. The historical and geographical significance of the name can imbue it with a sense of tradition and connection to English heritage. The name may also appeal to parents looking for a name with a noble or sophisticated resonance, possibly due to its association with notable historical figures bearing the surname Catesby.
Origin: Shakespearean
'Henry VI, Part 2' Sir John Stanley. 'King Henry the Sixth, Part III' Sir William Stanley. 'As You Like It' A country fellow, in love with Audrey. 'The Merry Wives of Windsor' A boy, son to Page. 'King Richard III' Sir William Catesby.
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