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Anna Pearl Jane Manning (born Shields), 1888 - 1970
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Anna Pauline (Polly) FOSTER (born SHIELDS), 1913 - 1999
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Anna Burford (born Shields), 1806 - 1895
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Anna / Ann "Annie" Elizabeth "Eliza" Rafferty (born Shields), 1846 - 1926
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Anna Marie Faller (born Shields), 1898 - 1998
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Anna Palmer (born Shields), 1929 - 1997
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Anna Katherine (Nancy) Ward (born Shields), 1917 - 2017
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Anna Mae Conlin-Shields (born Philips), 1911 - 1992
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Anna Starkweather Shields (born Pearcy), 1889 - 1934
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Anna Catherine "Annie" Shields (born Walker), 1857 - 1896
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Anna Marie Stader (born Shields), 1925 - 2004
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Anna Pearl Holder (born Shields), 1893 - 1962
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Anna Patricia Stull (born Shields), 1897 - 1955
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Anna Harvie (born Shields), 1857 - 1949
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Anna May "Annie" McKinley (born Shields), 1878 - 1963
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Anna Shields in Gettysburg Times - Feb 2 1990
Newspaper Name Index, USA, Canada, and Australia
Anna Shields in Youngstown Vindicator - July 17 1901
Newspaper Name Index, USA, Canada, and Australia
Anna P. Shields in Evening star. - Mar 28 1896
Newspaper Name Index, USA, Canada, and Australia
Anna Catherine Shields (born Walker), 1857 - 1896
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Lucy Anna Sleeper (born Shields), 1907 - 1945
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Anna (Annie) Elizabeth (Eliza) Rafferty (born Shields), 1846 - 1924
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Anna Craig Shields (born Kelly), 1817 - 1910
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Anna Mae Shields, 1891 - 1933
Arizona Death Certificates, 1870 - 1963
Anna T. Shields, 1888 - 1960
West Virginia, Deaths
Anna Laura Shields, Circa 1872 - 1938
West Virginia, Deaths
Anna Laura Shields, died 1938
West Virginia, Deaths
Anna Shields, died 1962
West Virginia, DeathsAnna L Shields, 1893 - 1969
BillionGravesAnna E. Shields, 1885 - 1977
BillionGravesAnna Margretha "Nannie" Shields, 1900 - 1997
BillionGravesAnna Mae Shields, 1884 - 1975
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Anna M Shields, 1906 - 1993
New Jersey Death Index, 1920-1929, 1949-2017
Anna M Shields, Circa 1898 - 1980
New Jersey Death Index, 1920-1929, 1949-2017
Anna Shields, died 1972
New Jersey Death Index, 1920-1929, 1949-2017
Anna M Shields, died 1975
New Jersey Death Index, 1920-1929, 1949-2017
Anna L Shields, Circa 1863 - 1942
New York State Death Index, 1880-1956
Anna E Shields, Circa 1874 - 1947
New York State Death Index, 1880-1956
Anna Shields, Circa 1889 - 1948
New York State Death Index, 1880-1956
Anna Shields, Circa 1858 - 1948
New York State Death Index, 1880-1956
Anna Shields, Circa 1849 - 1849
1850 United States Federal Census (Mortality Schedule)Anna E. Shields (born Flynn), 1900 - 1986
Rhode Island Historical Cemeteries
Anna Maria C Shields, 1901 - 1973
England & Wales, Death Index, 1837-2005
Anna Marie L Shields, 1926 - 1981
England & Wales, Death Index, 1837-2005
Anna Shields, Circa 1833 - 1888
England & Wales, Death Index, 1837-2005
Anna H Shields, Circa 1860 - 1919
England & Wales, Death Index, 1837-2005Lydia Anna Carr (born Shields), 1857 - 1919
FamilySearch Family TreePriscilla Anna Shields (born Kaster), 1847 - 1941
FamilySearch Family TreeAnna Maude Robinson, 1874 - 1966
FamilySearch Family TreeMartha Anna Jean Shields (born Perschbacher), 1921 - 1990
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Anna SHIELDS, born 1857
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Anna SHIELDS, 1793 - 1863
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Anna SHIELDS, 1793 - 1863
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Anna SHIELDS, born Circa 1707
Filae Family TreesAnna Florine Shields, 1906 - 1988
North Carolina, Deaths, 1931-1994Anna Shields, 1916 - 1973
North Carolina, Deaths, 1931-1994Anna Shields, 1920 - 1993
North Carolina, Deaths, 1931-1994Anna Shields, 1898 - 1947
North Carolina, Deaths, 1931-1994
Anna M Shields, 1911 - 1986
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The name Anna has its origins in the Hebrew name Channah, meaning "grace" or "favor," and it first appeared in ancient Hebrew culture, particularly in the biblical context, where it is associated with the mother of the prophet Samuel. The name has been widely used across various cultures and regions, gaining popularity in Christian communities due to its biblical roots, particularly in the New Testament where Anna is recognized as a prophetess. Over the centuries, Anna has been embraced in numerous languages and cultures, leading to various notable variations such as Ana in Spanish and Portuguese, Anne in French, and Anya in Russian, each carrying similar meanings of grace and favor. The name has remained timeless, often associated with qualities such as kindness, compassion, and strength, reflecting the characteristics of those who have borne it throughout history. Anna's enduring popularity can be attributed to its simplicity, elegance, and the positive connotations associated with its meaning.
The last name Shields has its origins in the British Isles, particularly in England and Ireland, where it is derived from the Old English word "scield," meaning "shield" or "protection." This surname likely originated as a nickname for someone who was a warrior or a protector, reflecting the characteristics of strength and defense associated with the shield. In Ireland, the name is often linked to the Gaelic surname "O'SÃodhail," which means "descendant of SÃodhail," a personal name that may have connections to peace or tranquility. Variations of the surname Shields can be found in different cultures, including "Shield" in England and "Shields" in Scotland, with some instances of the name appearing as "O'Shield" or "Shields" in Irish contexts. The pronunciation and spelling may vary slightly depending on the region, but the core meaning related to protection and defense remains consistent across these variations. Historically, individuals with the surname Shields have often been associated with roles in military or protective capacities, reflecting the name's etymological roots.
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