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Stephen Geyer Porter

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Personal Details

Given Name
Stephen Geyer
Surname
Porter
Occupation
Rep. from Pennsylvania

The Name Stephen

Origin
Greek
Meaning
A crown or wreath.
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The Porter Surname

Origin
English
Meaning
A person who carries goods or baggage, or a gatekeeper of a fortified building.
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