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Katherine Van Penssalear

Photograph of Katherine Van Penssalear Source: Library of Congress

Personal Details

Given Name
Katherine
Surname
Van Penssalear

The Name Katherine

Origin
Greek
Meaning
Pure or unsullied.
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The Van Penssalear Surname

Origin
Dutch
Meaning
From the Dutch 'van' (of/from) combined with 'Penssalear,' a place name or family estate designation.
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Source

Library of Congress

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