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Gibson Fahnestock

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Personal Details

Given Name
Gibson
Surname
Fahnestock

The Name Gibson

Origin
English, patronymic
Meaning
Son of Gibb, where Gibb is a diminutive of Gilbert meaning 'bright pledge'.
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The Fahnestock Surname

Origin
German
Meaning
A flag or banner maker, or one who works with flags.
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