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Muriel Lynch

Photograph of Muriel Lynch Source: Library of Congress

Personal Details

Given Name
Muriel
Surname
Lynch

The Name Muriel

Origin
Irish, Gaelic
Meaning
Bright sea, from Irish elements meaning 'bright' and 'sea.'
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The Lynch Surname

Origin
Irish/Norman
Meaning
Descendant of Loingseach, meaning mariner or seafarer.
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Library of Congress

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