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Helen Louise Cravens (born Helen Louise Cowles), 1921 - 1995
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Helen Cornelia Cowles, 1859 - 1868
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Helen Gertrude Cowles (born Remboldt), 1915 - 1954
MyHeritage Family TreesHelen Patton Cowles, 1924 - 2005
MyHeritage Family TreesHelen Elizabeth Cowles (born McConnell), 1903 - 1985
MyHeritage Family TreesHelen Hutchinson Pomeroy (born Cowles), 1851 - 1884
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Ohio Newspapers, 1793-2009
Helen Daemer (born Cowles), 1897 - 1988
MyHeritage Family TreesHelen Virginia Halkovich (born Cowles), 1927 - 1999
MyHeritage Family TreesPennsylvania Newspapers, 1795-2009
Helen Elizabeth Creed (born Cowles), 1893 - 1983
MyHeritage Family TreesHelen Cowles (born Popovich), 1917 - 1975
MyHeritage Family TreesConnecticut Newspapers, 1791-2009
Helen D Howe (born Cowles), 1894 - 1998
MyHeritage Family TreesHelen Elizabeth Baker (born COWLES), 1928 - 2008
MyHeritage Family TreesHelen Clark (born Cowles), 1903 - 1930
MyHeritage Family TreesHelen Fay Cowles (born Haggard), 1919 - 2007
MyHeritage Family TreesHelen Dolores Cowles (born Duggan), 1926 - 2005
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Helen Cowles in St. Petersburg Times - Jan 9 1942
Newspaper Name Index, USA, Canada, and Australia
Helen Elizabeth Cowles in Honolulu star-bulletin. - Feb 24 1915
Newspaper Name Index, USA, Canada, and Australia
Helen Cornelia Cowles, 1859 - 1868
Geni World Family TreeHelen Delphine Cowles (born Ward), 1840 - 1911
Geni World Family TreeHarriet Helen Storrs (born Cowles), 1839 - 1886
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Helen Marie Cowles, born 1910
Geni World Family TreeHelen L Cowles, 1919 - 2015
BillionGravesHelen Cowles (born MacPherson), 1918 - 2006
BillionGravesHelen Cowles (born Peters), 1844 - 1910
BillionGravesHelen L Cowles, 1922 - 1923
BillionGravesHelen Josephine Cowles, 1910 - 2014
Newspaper and Funeral Home Obituaries
Helen M. Cowles, 1832 - 1918
Arizona Death Certificates, 1870 - 1963
Helen B Cowles, 1905 - 1994
Arlington National Cemetery
Helen Cowles, Circa 1901 - 1956
New York State Death Index, 1880-1956
Helen A Cowles, Circa 1888 - 1955
England & Wales, Death Index, 1837-2005
Helen Janet Cowles, 1899 - 1983
England & Wales, Death Index, 1837-2005
Helen Mary Cowles, Circa 1874 - 1908
England & Wales, Death Index, 1837-2005
Helen Elizabeth Cowles, Circa 1883 - 1908
England & Wales, Death Index, 1837-2005Helen Dorothy Ransom (born Cowles), 1908 - 1990
FamilySearch Family TreeHelen Dora Dwyer (born Cowles), 1851 - 1928
FamilySearch Family TreeHelen Elizabeth Cowles (born McConnell), 1903 - 1985
FamilySearch Family TreeHelen Cowles, 1821 - 1892
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Helen Celia COWLES, 1830 - 1903
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Helen Celia COWLES, 1830 - 1903
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Helen Augusta COWLES
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Helen Cowles, born Circa 1921
1940 United States Federal Census
Helen Cowles, born Circa 1925
1940 United States Federal Census
Helen Cowles, born Circa 1924
1940 United States Federal Census
Helen Cowles, born Circa 1927
1940 United States Federal CensusHelen Cowles, born Circa 1893
1911 England & Wales Census
Helen Cowles, born Circa 1893
1901 England & Wales Census
Helen M Cowles, born Circa 1874
1901 England & Wales Census
Helen Cowles, born Circa 1943
1950 United States Federal Census
Helen Cowles, born Circa 1942
1950 United States Federal Census
Helen E Cowles, born Circa 1949
1950 United States Federal Census
Helen Cowles, born Circa 1910
1950 United States Federal Census
Helen Cowles, born Circa 1859
1861 England & Wales Census
Helen Cowles, born Circa 1838
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The name Helen has its origins in ancient Greece, derived from the Greek name "Helene," which is often associated with the meaning "torch" or "light." It is famously linked to Helen of Troy, a figure from Greek mythology whose beauty sparked the Trojan War, thus embedding the name in historical and literary contexts. The name has been popular in various regions, particularly in Europe, and has been borne by numerous saints and queens throughout history, contributing to its enduring appeal. Variations of the name include Elena in Spanish and Italian, Helene in French, and Alena in Slavic languages, each reflecting local linguistic characteristics while maintaining the core essence of the name. The name Helen has also been associated with qualities such as beauty, intelligence, and strength, mirroring the attributes of its most famous bearer. Overall, Helen remains a timeless name with rich historical significance and cultural variations.
The last name Cowles has its origins in England, specifically deriving from the medieval personal name "Col," which itself is a diminutive of names like Nicholas or Colin. The name is believed to have been first recorded in the 13th century, with its roots linked to the Old French word "col," meaning "neck," which may have referred to a geographical feature or a physical characteristic. Historically, those who bore the name Cowles were often associated with agricultural occupations, reflecting the agrarian society of medieval England. Variations of the surname can be found in different regions, including "Cowell" and "Cowl," with some instances of the name appearing in the United States and other English-speaking countries due to migration. These variations may reflect regional dialects or phonetic changes over time. Overall, the surname Cowles encapsulates a rich historical lineage tied to early English naming conventions and occupational identities.
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