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Dansby
Dansby Pronunciation
Dansby is pronounced DANZ-bee /ˈdænz.bi/High
Meaning: From the English surname Dansby — likely 'the Dane's settlement or farm' (a personal name plus Old Norse by, 'farm, village')Low
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History & Origin
Dansby comes from the English surname Dansby — likely 'the Dane's settlement or farm', from a personal name plus the Old Norse by, 'a farm, a village' (the -by ending of many northern English place-names; the exact derivation is uncertain, which we note). A crisp, sporty surname-name (the baseball shortstop Dansby Swanson; nickname Dan).
It registers thinly in records. Rare, the-Dane's-settlement at the root, and sporty.
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How do you pronounce Dansby?
Dansby is pronounced DANZ-bee (/ˈdænz.bi/). Press play above to hear Dansby said aloud.
How do you say Dansby?
Dansby is said DANZ-bee (/ˈdænz.bi/). Press play above to hear Dansby said aloud.
What does the name Dansby mean?
Dansby is an English surname, likely 'the Dane's settlement or farm'; the origin is uncertain.
Is Dansby a boy or girl name?
Dansby is a boy's name.
How popular is Dansby?
Dansby is a very rare name in the U.S.