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Edwin C. Vandergrift, born 1875
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Edwin Vandergrift in The Sunday Vindicator - Feb 21 1897
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Edwin F. Vandergrift in Pittsburgh Post-Gazette - Jan 5 1989
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Edwin Vandergrift in Evening star - Dec 8 1938
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Edwin Vandergrift in Reading Eagle - Dec 8 1938
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Edwin Vandergrift, born Circa 1929
1940 United States Federal Census
Edwin F Vandergrift, born Circa 1929
1950 United States Federal CensusEdwin Taylor Vandergrift, 1898 - 1981
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FamilySearch Family TreeEdwin Vandergrift, born 1894
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Edwin Vandergrift, born Circa 1907
1930 United States Federal Census
Edwin L Vandergrift, born Circa 1907
1920 United States Federal Census
Edwin F Vandergrift, born Circa 1855
1920 United States Federal Census
Edwin L Vandergrift, born Circa 1907
1910 United States Federal Census
Edwin Vandergrift, born Circa 1894
1910 United States Federal Census
Edwin J Vandergrift, born Circa 1895
1910 United States Federal Census
Edwin Vandergrift, born 1891
1900 United States Federal Census
Edwin Roland Vandergrift
Historical Books - Index of Authors and People Mentioned, 1811-2003
Edwin Roland McNutt Vandergrift
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The first name Edwin has its origins in Old English, derived from the elements "ead," meaning "wealth" or "fortune," and "wine," meaning "friend." This name first appeared in Anglo-Saxon England, particularly during the early medieval period, and is historically associated with Edwin of Northumbria, a 7th-century king who played a significant role in the early Christianization of England. The meaning of Edwin reflects qualities of prosperity and companionship, suggesting that those who bore the name were seen as fortunate friends or allies. Variations of the name can be found across different cultures and languages, including "Edouard" in French, "Eduardo" in Spanish and Portuguese, and "Eadwin" in some historical texts. Each variation may carry slight differences in pronunciation and spelling but retains the core essence of the original name. Edwin remains a classic name, often associated with nobility and leadership, and continues to be used in various forms around the world.
The last name Vandergrift has Dutch origins, specifically deriving from the combination of the elements "van," meaning "from," and "de grift," which refers to a "ditch" or "canal," indicating a geographical feature or a location near such a waterway. This surname is primarily associated with the Netherlands and has historical roots in the region of Holland, where many surnames were formed based on local geography or occupations. The name suggests that the original bearers may have lived near a canal or a ditch, which was significant for agriculture and transportation in the area. Variations of the surname can be found in different cultures, including Vandergrift, Van der Grift, and even Grift, with differences in spelling and pronunciation reflecting regional dialects and linguistic evolution. The name is relatively uncommon but has been carried by notable individuals in various fields, contributing to its recognition in both historical and contemporary contexts.
Douglas VandergriftEbenezer VandergriftEd VandergriftEddie VandergriftEdgar VandergriftEdith VandergriftEdmond VandergriftEdmund VandergriftEdna VandergriftEdward VandergriftEffa VandergriftEffie VandergriftEileen VandergriftElaine VandergriftElbert VandergriftEleanor VandergriftElijah VandergriftElinor VandergriftElisabeth VandergriftEliza Vandergrift
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