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      Meaning of the first name Paddington

      Origin

      English

      Meaning

      The Estate of Padda

      Variations

      Teddington, Barrington, Carrington
      The name Paddington has its roots in the English language and can be traced back to the term The Estate of Padda. Padda was likely a personal name or a nickname for an individual in the distant past, and the name Paddington emerged as a way to identify the estate or property associated with this person. Over time, the name became established as a place name and started to refer to a specific location in London, England.

      In terms of historical usage, Paddington first appeared in historical records in the 10th century, when it was recorded as Padingatun. Throughout the centuries, the name evolved, and by the 18th century, it was firmly established as Paddington. The area itself underwent significant development in the 19th century with the arrival of the railway. The famous Paddington Station, designed by architect Isambard Kingdom Brunel, opened in 1854 and further solidified the name's association with the locality.

      In modern-day usage, Paddington remains a well-known name primarily due to the famous fictional character, Paddington Bear. Created by Michael Bond, Paddington Bear is a beloved children's book character who arrived from Peru, wearing a duffle coat and a hat, with a label reading Please look after this bear. His adventures in London have captured the hearts and imaginations of countless readers, ensuring that the name Paddington remains a symbol of warmth, charm, and an iconic part of English literature.

      Based on our records...

      Leblanc

      Leblanc

      This is the most common surname associated with Paddington.
      Harry

      Harry

      This is the most common name of those married to a Paddington.
      Sam

      Sam

      This is the most common name for a child of a Paddington.
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