Neville
Neville is a boys' name of English origin meaning “new town.” Neville comes from the Norman French 'Neuville' meaning 'new town.
how do you pronounce Neville?
NEV-il
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what does Neville mean?
The name Neville means “new town.” It comes from the English language tradition.
Neville comes from the Norman French 'Neuville' meaning 'new town.' The Neville family was one of the most powerful in medieval England, involved in the Wars of the Roses. In modern culture, Neville Longbottom from Harry Potter transformed from bumbling student to courageous hero, giving the name associations with quiet bravery.
who are famous people named Neville?
- Neville Longbottom (character from the Harry Potter series)
- Neville Chamberlain (British Prime Minister during WWII's onset)
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