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Roger Nielson

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Personal Details

Given Name
Roger
Surname
Nielson
Occupation
Danish Legation

The Name Roger

Origin
Germanic, Old French
Meaning
A famous spearman or renowned warrior.
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The Nielson Surname

Origin
Scandinavian
Meaning
Son of Niel, an alternate form of Niels (Nicholas).
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