Etymology

Port Williams

Port Wil·liams

Today it means: A village in Nova Scotia, Canada. Full definition →

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The story

The village is named in commemoration of military officer Fenwick Williams (1800 - 1883). See also Fenwick and Williamsdale.

First known use, by meaning

  • From 1856 A village in Nova Scotia, Canada.

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