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Thomas McAdams

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Personal Details

Given Name
Thomas
Surname
McAdams
Occupation
President

The Name Thomas

Origin
Aramaic
Meaning
Twin
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The McAdams Surname

Origin
Scottish
Meaning
A patronymic surname meaning 'son of Adam,' derived from the Gaelic 'Mac' prefix and the personal name Adam.
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