What Does the Name Hengist Mean

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Hengist Name Meaning

Ancient GermanicOf Germanic origin, meaning "stallion". Hengist and his brother Horsa were the leaders of the first Germanic settlers in Britain. Hengist established a kingdom in Kent in the 5th century.

Origin: Ancient GermanicGender: Boy
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