Davenport - name meaning, origin

The boy's name Davenport \d(a)-venpo-

is of Old French origin. The word is occasionally used as a term for a large sofa. Also a place name and an American surname.

Davenport is an uncommon first name for men but a very common last name for both men and women (#509 out of 88799). (1990 U.S. Census)

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