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Isle of Wight County was most likely named for the Isle of Wight off the south coast of England. It was first known as Warrosquyoake
and was one of the eight shires established in 1634. The present name was given in 1637. Part of Nansemond County was added
in 1769. Its area is 319 square miles, and the county seat is Isle of Wight.