Etymology

Trenton

Tren·ton
T1R1E1N1T1O1N1

Today it means: The capital city of New Jersey, and the county seat of Mercer County. Full definition →

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The story

Originally named "Trent's town" in the 17th century, after a Quaker, William Trent. The town in Nova Scotia is named after the capital of New Jersey.

First known use, by meaning

  • From 1882 A town in Nova Scotia, Canada.

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