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Irving Berlin

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Personal Details

Given Name
Irving
Surname
Berlin

The Name Irving

Origin
Scottish
Meaning
Derived from a Scottish place name, possibly meaning 'green water' or 'fresh water'.
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The Berlin Surname

Origin
German
Meaning
A surname derived from the city of Berlin or from a personal name element.
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