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The name Thorndyke is of English origin. It is a combination of the Old Norse element "þorn," meaning "thorn," and the Old English element "dīc," meaning "ditch." Hence, the name Thorndyke can be interpreted as "thorn ditch" or "ditch with thorns."

As for famous personalities with the name Thorndyke, there are no well-known individuals specifically associated with this name. However, it is worth noting that the surname "Thorndyke" was popularized by the fictional detective character Dr. John Thorndyke, created by British author R. Austin Freeman. Dr. Thorndyke is known for his analytical and deductive abilities, similar to other famous fictional detectives like Sherlock Holmes.

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