Downacarey
Early-attested site in the Parish of Broadwoodwidger
Historical Forms
- Kari 1086 DB
- Doune Cary 1371 IpmR
- Brodewodecary 1394 Ass
- Douncary 1418 IpmR
Etymology
The place takes its name from its position on a hill above the Carey river supra 3.For the medial syllable v. Introd. xxxvi.