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Herbert Feis

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Given Name
Herbert
Surname
Feis

The Name Herbert

Origin
Germanic
Meaning
Bright warrior or one whose fame shines in battle.
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The Feis Surname

Origin
Irish or Scottish Gaelic
Meaning
Possibly derived from Gaelic 'feis' meaning a feast or gathering.
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