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Harold Smith

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Personal Details

Given Name
Harold
Surname
Smith
Occupation
Director of the budget

The Name Harold

Origin
Old English
Meaning
Army ruler or one who commands the forces.
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The Smith Surname

Origin
English
Meaning
A worker in metal, a blacksmith
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Library of Congress

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