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James Lawrence Williams, 1892 - 1929
MyHeritage Family TreesJames Williams, 1836 - 1909
MyHeritage Family TreesJames Clark Williams, 1854 - 1925
MyHeritage Family TreesJames Phelps WILLIAMS, 1837 - 1898
MyHeritage Family TreesJames Henry Williams, 1817 - 1896
MyHeritage Family TreesJames Barber Williams, 1866 - 1947
MyHeritage Family TreesJames Stanley Williams, 1907 - 1985
MyHeritage Family TreesJames Ratcliffe Williams, 1894 - 1984
MyHeritage Family TreesJames Douglas "Blue" Williams, 1808 - 1880
MyHeritage Family TreesJames Franklin Williams, 1899 - 1965
MyHeritage Family TreesJames Brownlow Williams, 1877 - 1949
MyHeritage Family TreesJames Redman Williams, 1821 - 1888
MyHeritage Family TreesJames Howard Williams, 1934 - 1995
MyHeritage Family TreesJames Wallace Williams, 1868 - 1938
MyHeritage Family TreesJames Williams in The Dispatch - Feb 13 1996
Newspaper Name Index, USA, Canada, and AustraliaJames Williams in Lakeland Ledger - Oct 15 1998
Newspaper Name Index, USA, Canada, and AustraliaJames O. Williams in Times Daily - July 27 2001
Newspaper Name Index, USA, Canada, and AustraliaJames Williams in Beaver Valley Times - Feb 6 1957
Newspaper Name Index, USA, Canada, and AustraliaRichard James Williams, 1882 - 1935
Geni World Family TreeJames Mulford Williams, 1923 - 2015
Geni World Family TreeJames David Williams, Sr., Circa 1926 - Circa 2000
Geni World Family TreeSeth James Williams, 1886 - 1959
Geni World Family TreeJames Richardson Williams, 1849 - 1923
North Carolina, Deaths, 1906-1930James S. Williams, 1885 - 1922
North Carolina, Deaths, 1906-1930James Black Williams, 1846 - 1925
North Carolina, Deaths, 1906-1930James R. Williams, 1843 - 1922
North Carolina, Deaths, 1906-1930James Byron Williams, 1877 - 1930
Idaho, Death Certificates, 1911-1937James Lester Williams, 1891 - 1928
Idaho, Death Certificates, 1911-1937James Mat Williams, 1865 - 1928
Idaho, Death Certificates, 1911-1937James A. Williams, 1874 - 1935
Idaho, Death Certificates, 1911-1937James Williams, 1913 - 1940
South Carolina, Deaths, 1915-1943James T. Williams, 1845 - 1936
South Carolina, Deaths, 1915-1943James Pickens Williams, 1874 - 1940
South Carolina, Deaths, 1915-1943James Williams, 1892 - 1942
South Carolina, Deaths, 1915-1943James A. Williams, 1871 - 1939
West Virginia, DeathsJames Paul Williams, 1890 - 1942
West Virginia, DeathsJames Elijah Williams, 1850 - 1931
West Virginia, DeathsJames Richard Williams, 1858 - 1941
West Virginia, DeathsJames Lindell Williams, 1896 - 1942
Utah, Salt Lake County Death Records, 1908-1949James Franklin Williams, 1898 - 1930
Utah, Salt Lake County Death Records, 1908-1949James H Williams, 1942 - 1942
Utah, Salt Lake County Death Records, 1908-1949James A M Williams, 1877 - 1908
Utah, Salt Lake County Death Records, 1908-1949James Otto Williams, 1927 - 2004
BillionGravesJames Harrison Williams, 1915 - 1983
BillionGravesJames Taylor Williams, 1902 - 1998
BillionGravesJames B. Williams, 1892 - 1969
BillionGravesJames Williams, 1680 - 1757
Rhode Island Historical CemeteriesJames H. Williams, 1852 - 1865
Rhode Island Historical CemeteriesJames Howard Williams, 1881 - 1959
Rhode Island Historical CemeteriesJames H. Williams, 1847 - 1851
Rhode Island Historical CemeteriesJames Arthur WILLIAMS, 1895 - 1932
France, Nord Civil Deaths, 1820-1935James WILLIAMS, Circa 1866 - 1866
France, Nord Civil Deaths, 1820-1935James Kenneth Williams, 1924 - 1964
Utah, Veterans with Federal Service Buried in Utah, Territorial to 1966James Garfield Williams, 1890 - 1961
Utah, Veterans with Federal Service Buried in Utah, Territorial to 1966James Jay Williams, 1921 - 1945
Utah, Veterans with Federal Service Buried in Utah, Territorial to 1966James Williams, 1831 - 1913
Utah, Veterans with Federal Service Buried in Utah, Territorial to 1966James M Williams, 1929 - 2012
New Jersey Death Index, 1920-1929, 1949-2017James R Williams, 1941 - 2010
New Jersey Death Index, 1920-1929, 1949-2017James S Williams, 1963 - 2012
New Jersey Death Index, 1920-1929, 1949-2017James E Williams, 1931 - 2013
New Jersey Death Index, 1920-1929, 1949-2017James M. Williams, 1850 - 1909
Famous People Throughout HistoryJames Arthur Williams, 1930 - 1990
Famous People Throughout HistoryJames Monroe Williams, 1833 - 1907
Famous People Throughout HistoryJames Howard Williams, 1897 - 1958
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The first name James has its origins in the Hebrew name Yaakov (Jacob), which means "supplanter" or "one who follows." It first appeared in the regions of the ancient Near East and gained prominence in the Christian world through the New Testament, where James is the name of several apostles, notably James the Greater and James the Less. The name became widely used in medieval Europe, particularly in England and France, where it was popularized by the influence of saints and royalty. Variations of the name include Jacques in French, Diego in Spanish, and Giacomo in Italian, each reflecting the linguistic and cultural adaptations of the name across different regions. The name James has historically been associated with leadership and strength, often linked to figures in history such as kings and scholars, which has contributed to its enduring popularity in various cultures.
The last name Williams is of English origin, derived from the given name William, which itself comes from the Old Germanic elements "wil" meaning "will" or "desire" and "helm" meaning "helmet" or "protection." This surname first appeared in England during the Norman Conquest in the 11th century, particularly in regions such as Wales and the West Midlands, where it became a patronymic surname indicating "son of William." Historically, those who bore the name were often associated with nobility or landholding, reflecting the status of the name's eponymous ancestor. Variations of the surname can be found across different cultures and languages, including Williams in English-speaking countries, Guillaume in French, and Guillermo in Spanish, with regional spellings such as Willams or Wiliams also noted. The name has maintained its popularity over centuries, often linked to notable figures in various fields, including politics, sports, and the arts.
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