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W.B.S. Winans

Photograph of W.B.S. Winans Source: Library of Congress

Personal Details

Given Name
W.b.s.
Surname
Winans
Occupation
Comptroller

The Name W.B.S.

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The Winans Surname

Origin
English/Dutch
Meaning
Descendant of Wina or resident of a place associated with wine or wind.
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