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Frederick Keppel

Photograph of Frederick Keppel Source: Library of Congress

Personal Details

Given Name
Frederick
Surname
Keppel
Occupation
Assistant to Secretary of War

The Name Frederick

Origin
Germanic
Meaning
Peaceful ruler or one who rules with peace.
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The Keppel Surname

Origin
Dutch or German
Meaning
A surname possibly derived from a Dutch or German place name or personal name element.
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