Lillybrook, West Virginia facts for kids
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Lillybrook, West Virginia
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 Lillybrook, West Virginia
Location in West Virginia
Lillybrook, West Virginia
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | West Virginia |
| County | Raleigh |
| Elevation | 2,051 ft (625 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| Area code(s) | 304 & 681 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1549784 |
Lillybrook is a small place in Raleigh County, West Virginia, United States. It is known as an "unincorporated community." This means it is a group of homes and businesses that does not have its own local government, unlike a city or town. Lillybrook is located about 4.5 miles (7.2 kilometers) south-southeast of a nearby town called Sophia.
What's in a Name?
The name "Lillybrook" has an interesting origin. It was created by combining parts of two different surnames. These names belonged to two important businessmen. Their last names were Lilly and Hornbrook. Both of these individuals were involved in the local mining industry.
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