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Lincoln

From the English city's Roman name Lindum Colonia, combining Celtic (lake) with Latin (colony).

Meaning and origin

Lincoln developed as an English surname from the city in north-central England.

How to pronounce Lincoln

English (US)LING-kuhn

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