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Fred W. Pape

Photograph of Fred W. Pape Source: Library of Congress

Personal Details

Given Name
Fred W.
Surname
Pape

The Name Fred

Origin
Germanic
Meaning
A peaceful ruler or one who has peaceful power.
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The Pape Surname

Origin
German or Dutch
Meaning
Derived from 'Pape,' meaning priest or pope in German and Dutch.
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Source

Library of Congress

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