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Dick Franckel

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Personal Details

Given Name
Dick
Surname
Franckel

The Name Dick

Origin
Germanic
Meaning
A diminutive form meaning 'powerful ruler' or 'strong ruler'.
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The Franckel Surname

Origin
German, Yiddish
Meaning
A surname derived from the personal name Frank or Franck, with a diminutive or patronymic suffix.
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