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Gutzon Borglum

Photograph of Gutzon Borglum Source: Library of Congress

Personal Details

Given Name
Gutzon
Surname
Borglum
Occupation
Honorable

The Name Gutzon

Origin
Scandinavian, Danish
Meaning
Good son or son of Guth.
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The Borglum Surname

Origin
Scandinavian
Meaning
Derived from Scandinavian elements, possibly meaning 'fortress' or 'protection' combined with a personal name element.
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