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John Van

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Personal Details

Given Name
John
Surname
Van
Occupation
Amb.

The Name John

Origin
Hebrew
Meaning
God is gracious
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The Van Surname

Origin
Dutch, Flemish
Meaning
From or of (preposition indicating origin or location).
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