Poperinge

Poperinge

Poperinge, Belgium Pupurninga Villa, Pupurningahem The present name is a shortening of the previous one, first mentioned in 877, which meant ‘Pupurn's Settlement’ from gem or hem ‘settlement’ which was established in the 5th century. Pupurn is thought to be an ancient Celtic name. It is believed to have given its name to poplin.

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