Canterbury Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Canterbury Name at a Glance

Name	Canterbury
Meaning	'King Henry V' Archbishop of Canterbury.
Origin	Shakespearean
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Canterbury Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Canterbury means “'King Henry V' Archbishop of Canterbury”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Canterbury Name Origin

Our database records Canterbury under Shakespearean origin. Browse more Shakespearean baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Canterbury a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Canterbury is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Canterbury

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