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Abbott Obrecht

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Given Name
Abbott
Surname
Obrecht

The Name Abbott

Origin
English/Hebrew
Meaning
Father or the head of an abbey.
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The Obrecht Surname

Origin
German
Meaning
Bright or shining, derived from Germanic elements meaning 'ober' (upper) and 'recht' (right/bright).
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