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Sinclair Lewis

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Personal Details

Given Name
Sinclair
Surname
Lewis

The Name Sinclair

Origin
French, Scottish
Meaning
A name meaning 'from Saint-Clair' or 'from the holy light,' derived from a French place name.
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The Lewis Surname

Origin
English
Meaning
Son of Lewis, derived from the Germanic name meaning 'famous warrior'.
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