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Rawlinson Name Meaning

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  • Meaning:Son of Rollin
  • Gender:Boy
  • Numerology:8
  • Syllables:3
  • Origin:French

More About The Name Rawlinson

The name Rawlinson is of English origin and is a variation of the name Rawlings, which means "son of Rawlin" or "son of Rawling." The name Rawlin itself is derived from the Old English personal name Hrædwulf, which combines the elements hræd, meaning "quick" or "ready," and wulf, meaning "wolf."

One famous personality associated with the name Rawlinson is Sir Henry Rawlinson (1810-1895), a prominent British soldier, diplomat, and orientalist known for his contributions to the decipherment of cuneiform inscriptions and his work on Mesopotamian archaeology. He was a key figure in unlocking the secrets of ancient languages and civilizations in the Near East.

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