Where does “Edmonton” come from?
Edmonton derives from Old English Ēadhelm, a personal name whose specific meaning is uncertain, continuing in Middle English as Adelmetone.
Edmonton (English): OS grid ref SW9672
Definitions
- OS grid ref SW9672
Ancestry of “Edmonton”, step by step
| Step | Language | Word | Meaning |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Middle English | Adelmetone | — |
| 2 | Old English | Ēadhelm | — |