Etymology

Kingston upon Hull

Today it means: A maritime city and unitary authority of the East Riding of Yorkshire, England, also known as Hull. Full definition →

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The story

Distinguishing this location from other places also known as Kingston. Hull refers to the River Hull, Kingston was rendered as Kyngeston or King's Town at first.

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