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Gerhard Gesell

Photograph of Gerhard Gesell Source: Library of Congress

Personal Details

Given Name
Gerhard
Surname
Gesell

The Name Gerhard

Origin
Germanic
Meaning
Spear strength or mighty with a spear.
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The Gesell Surname

Origin
German
Meaning
A surname possibly derived from a Middle High German word meaning 'companion' or 'fellow.'
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Library of Congress

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