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Howard Vermillion

Photograph of Howard Vermillion Source: Library of Congress

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Given Name
Howard
Surname
Vermillion

The Name Howard

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

Origin
French or English
Meaning
Derived from the bright red pigment vermillion, or from a French place name.
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