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Edna Smith

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Given Name
Edna
Surname
Smith
Occupation
Technician

The Name Edna

Origin
Hebrew
Meaning
Rejuvenation or pleasure.
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The Smith Surname

Origin
English
Meaning
A worker in metal, a blacksmith
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