Thursday, April 15, 2010

Where did the name Wales come from? I have studied Welsh history somewhat intensely but can see to find?

a direct explanation of the name.

Where did the name Wales come from? I have studied Welsh history somewhat intensely but can see to find?
"wales " originates from the word "wallas", which meant foreigner. This is where the 'wall' in Cornwall comes from
Reply:Wales" and "Welsh" is indeed derived from the old Anglo-Saxon word "waleas" meaning "foreigners
Reply:The English name for Wales originates from the Germanic word Walha, meaning "stranger" or "foreigner", probably derived from the term Volcae.


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