Rousdon
Major Settlement in the Parish of Rousdon
Historical Forms
- Dona 1086 DB
- Dune 1156 France 1248 Ipm
- la Dune 1267 Ass
- Doune 1303 FA
- Rawesdon 1285 FA
- Doune Rauf(e) 1334,1340 SR
- Doune Rafe 1480 IpmR
- Downraff 1498 Ipm
- Rowston in Axmouth 1529–32 ECP6,35
- Rowston al. Downe Ralfe 1670 Recov
- Rowsedown 1739 Camden
Etymology
v. dun . The distinctive first element derives from the family of Ralph (Radulfus ), first mentioned in connexion with the manor in 1156 (France) and thereafter frequently till 1303 (FA).
Places in the same Parish
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