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Benedict Crowell

Photograph of BENEDICT CROWELL Source: Library of Congress

Personal Details

Given Name
Benedict
Surname
Crowell
Occupation
HONORABLE

The Name Benedict

Origin
Latin
Meaning
Blessed, derived from the Latin word for blessed.
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The CROWELL Surname

Origin
English
Meaning
A topographic surname derived from a place name, possibly combining 'crow' with 'well' (spring or stream).
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