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Sam Rich

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Given Name
Sam
Surname
Rich
Occupation
D.

The Name Sam

Origin
Hebrew
Meaning
God has heard.
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The Rich Surname

Origin
Old French
Meaning
A descriptive surname referring to someone who was wealthy, powerful, or of high social status.
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