Fyvie

Fyvie Meaning and Origin

The name Fyvie is a girl’s name meaning “deer hill” and is of Scottish origin. In terms of etymology, the name Fyvie is thought to have come from the Old Gaelic language. The original Gaelic name for the village was Fia-chabhaich, which roughly translates to “deer trap” or “hunting place”. Over time, this name evolved into Fyvie, the name that is still used today. As a place name, Fyvie refers to a small village in Aberdeenshire, Scotland. The village is best known for its medieval castle, Fyvie Castle, which has been home to various Scottish aristocratic families throughout its history. As a surname, Fyvie is believed to have originated from the village of Fyvie. The surname is relatively rare, and those who bear it are most commonly found in Scotland and other parts of the United Kingdom.

Names similar to Fyvie:

• Elowen
• Ione
• Lysandra
• Evadne
• Ainsley
• Marlowe
• Ceridwen
• Gwyneira
• Seren
• Eirwen

 

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