Temp
t(e)-mp
Origin:British
Other Origin(s):Scottish
Meaning:Temple settlement, town near the temple; House of the Knights Templar settlement
Temp is a masculine name of British and Scottish origin that began as a last name. This habitational moniker was initially borne by those who lived by a "temple settlement" or a "town near the temple." It may also refer to the "house of the Knights Templar settlement," adding a richly historical touch with a dash of faith and chivalry.
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Sources
100,000+ Baby Names by Bruce Lansky, pg. 539
Behind the Name, Templeton, January 2019
Ancestry, Templeton Family History
House of Names, Templeton History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms
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