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Leon Phillips

Photograph of Leon Phillips Source: Library of Congress

Personal Details

Given Name
Leon
Surname
Phillips
Occupation
Governor-elect

The Name Leon

Origin
Latin, Greek
Meaning
Lion.
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The Phillips Surname

Origin
English
Meaning
Son of Philip, derived from the Greek name meaning 'lover of horses'.
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Source

Library of Congress

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