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Hilary Jones

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Given Name
Hilary
Surname
Jones
Occupation
Vice Admiral

The Name Hilary

Origin
Latin
Meaning
Cheerful or merry.
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The Jones Surname

Origin
Welsh
Meaning
Son of John, derived from the Hebrew name meaning 'God is gracious'.
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