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Alva B. Adams

Photograph of Alva B. Adams Source: Library of Congress

Personal Details

Given Name
Alva B.
Surname
Adams
Occupation
Senator

The Name Alva

Origin
Scottish and Scandinavian
Meaning
White or noble.
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The Adams Surname

Origin
English
Meaning
Son of Adam, derived from the Hebrew name meaning 'man' or 'mankind'.
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Source

Library of Congress

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