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George Kennan

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Personal Details

Given Name
George
Surname
Kennan

The Name George

Origin
Greek
Meaning
Farmer or one who works the earth.
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The Kennan Surname

Origin
Irish or Scottish
Meaning
A surname derived from the Irish or Scottish Gaelic personal name Ceannan or similar elements.
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