Catwick
Early-attested site in the Parish of Sneaton
Historical Forms
- Kattewich 1214–22 Whitby
- Catwyk 1576 FF
Etymology
Possibly 'Kati's vik.' ON Káti is adduced by LindBN, but the tt is difficult. Further forms are needed. ON vík seems to be used here of a nook or corner in the hills (v. EPN 62).Catwick stands on the side of a narrow valley.