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Ralph E. Madsen

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Given Name
Ralph E.
Surname
Madsen

The Name Ralph

Origin
Germanic
Meaning
Wolf counsel or wise wolf.
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The MADSEN Surname

Origin
Scandinavian
Meaning
Son of Mads, a Scandinavian given name.
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