Aitken

American

[eyt-kuhn] / ˈeɪt kən /

noun

Robert Grant, 1864–1951, U.S. astronomer.
William Maxwell. Lord William Maxwell Aitken Beaverbrook.

Aitken British

/ ˈeɪtkɪn /

noun

Robert Grant. 1864–1951, US astronomer who discovered over three thousand double stars
William Maxwell See Beaverbrook

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Anaheim Mayor Ashleigh Aitken, who remains irked by Moreno branding the team with a Los Angeles name, has been a season-ticket holder far longer than she has been mayor.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 4, 2026

When the fund was first announced, councillor Susan Aitken, the leader of Glasgow City Council, said supporting local businesses was a key priority in the aftermath of the fire.

From BBC • Apr. 4, 2026

“Right now,” Aitken said, “we’re tied for first place.”

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 25, 2026

Mr. Aitken is author of “Can We Trust the BBC?”

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 21, 2025

Deane got Aitken a French passport, signed by the French Foreign Minister, and Aitken sailed to England.

From "George Washington, Spymaster" by Thomas B. Allen

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