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Claudius Murchinson

Photograph of Claudius Murchinson Source: Library of Congress

Personal Details

Given Name
Claudius
Surname
Murchinson
Occupation
Director

The Name Claudius

Origin
Latin
Meaning
Lame or limping, derived from the Roman family name Claudius.
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The Murchinson Surname

Origin
Scottish
Meaning
Son of Murcha or dweller at a sea settlement.
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Source

Library of Congress

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