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Origin and Meaning of Preston

Gender

Masculine

Origin of Preston

Old English

Meaning of Preston

The name Preston comes from a surname, which is derived from a place name meaning "priest's settlement" in Old English.

Famous bearers

A bearer is Preston Sturges (1898 - 1959), an American screenwriter and director.

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