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Bessi Brueggman

Photograph of Bessi Brueggman Source: Library of Congress

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Given Name
Bessi
Surname
Brueggman

The Name Bessi

Origin
Greek
Meaning
A diminutive or variant form related to Elizabeth, meaning 'God's oath' or 'devoted to God'.
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The Brueggman Surname

Origin
German
Meaning
A man from Brügg or someone associated with a bridge (Brücke in German).
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