Henborth

Henborth is a Welsh placename, typically referring to a farm or settlement. The name is composed of two elements: "hen" meaning "old" and "borth" (mutated from "porth") meaning "gate" or "port." Therefore, Henborth translates roughly to "old gate" or "old port."

Placenames such as Henborth are significant in Welsh toponymy as they offer clues to the historical land use, geographical features, or past ownership of an area. The "gate" element in Henborth may have referred to a specific entrance to a farm, a fortified area, or perhaps a gateway to a particular landscape feature. The "old" element suggests that this gate was established some time ago, potentially giving the settlement a historical association or indicating an earlier structure preceding the current one.

Henborth, as a settlement name, may be found in various locations throughout Wales. Local records, such as tithe maps and census data, can provide further information about the specific Henborth in question, including its landowners, agricultural practices, and historical evolution.