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Howard Chandler Christy

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Given Name
Howard Chandler
Surname
Christy
Occupation
Artist

The Name Howard

Origin
Germanic
Meaning
High guardian or noble watchman.
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The Christy Surname

Origin
Scottish/English
Meaning
A follower of Christ, or derived from the given name Christopher or Christian.
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