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Vincent Burke

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Personal Details

Given Name
Vincent
Surname
Burke
Occupation
D.C. Postmaster

The Name Vincent

Origin
Latin
Meaning
Conquering or victorious.
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The Burke Surname

Origin
Irish/Norman
Meaning
Descendant of the Normans, from the French de Burgh.
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Source

Library of Congress

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