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Samuel "Sam" Kreigh Magaw, 1918 - 1987
MyHeritage Family TreesSamuel Magaw, 1836 - 1929
MyHeritage Family TreesPennsylvania Newspapers, 1795-2009

Samuel Patterson REV. Magaw, 1793 - 1840
MyHeritage Family TreesSamuel Magaw Jr., 1867 - 1927
MyHeritage Family TreesChronicling America: Historic American Newspapers, 1791-1963
Samuel Magaw, 1735 - 1812
MyHeritage Family TreesChronicling America: Historic American Newspapers, 1791-1963
Samuel B. Magaw, 1787 - 1852
MyHeritage Family TreesPennsylvania Newspapers, 1795-2009
Samuel W MAGAW (born COLLINS), 1868 - 1946
MyHeritage Family TreesSamuel Magaw, 1814 - 1879
MyHeritage Family TreesSamuel Magaw, 1825 - 1852
MyHeritage Family TreesSamuel Magaw, 1836 - 1875
MyHeritage Family TreesSamuel Magaw, 1832 - 1902
MyHeritage Family TreesSamuel James Magaw, 1859 - 1891
MyHeritage Family TreesSamuel Magaw, 1810 - 1887
MyHeritage Family TreesSamuel Magaw, 1791 - 1865
MyHeritage Family TreesSamuel Magaw, born 1823
MyHeritage Family TreesPennsylvania Newspapers, 1795-2009

Samuel Magaw in The Express and Telegraph (Adelaide, SA) - Sep 30 1891
Newspaper Name Index, USA, Canada, and Australia
Samuel Magaw, D.D., 1735 - 1812
Geni World Family TreeSamuel Kreigh Magaw, 1918 - 1987
FamilySearch Family TreeSamuel Magaw, 1836 - 1929
FamilySearch Family TreeSamuel Magaw, 1814 - 1879
FamilySearch Family TreeSamuel S. Magaw, 1823 - 1876
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Samuel K Magaw, born Circa 1918
1950 United States Federal Census
Samuel Magaw, born Circa 1863
1940 United States Federal Census
Samuel Magaw, died 1891
England & Wales, Death Index, 1837-2005
Samuel Magaw, born 1891
England & Wales, Birth Index, 1837-2005Samuel Magaw, born 1840
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Samuel Magaw, 1735 - 1812
Historical Books - Index of Authors and People Mentioned, 1811-2003
Samuel P Magaw
Historical Books - Index of Authors and People Mentioned, 1811-2003
Samuel P Magaw
Historical Books - Index of Authors and People Mentioned, 1811-2003
Samuel P Magaw
Historical Books - Index of Authors and People Mentioned, 1811-2003
Samuel Magaw, born 1918
1920 United States Federal Census
Samuel Magaw, born Circa 1862
1920 United States Federal Census
Samuel Magaw, born 1867
1900 United States Federal Census
Samuel Magaw, born 1841
1900 United States Federal Census
Samuel Magaw, born 1847
1900 United States Federal Census
Samuel Robert Magaw, born Circa 1867
1901 Ireland Census
Samuel Magaw, born Circa 1818
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The first name Samuel has its origins in the Hebrew name שְׁמוּאֵל (Shemu'el), which translates to "God has heard" or "name of God." This name is deeply rooted in biblical history, as Samuel is a significant figure in the Old Testament, known as a prophet and the last judge of Israel. The name first appeared in ancient Israel and has been widely used in Jewish, Christian, and Islamic traditions, reflecting its enduring spiritual significance. Samuel is often associated with qualities such as wisdom, leadership, and a strong moral compass, traits that were exemplified by the biblical Samuel. Variations of the name can be found across different cultures, including Samuele in Italian, Samyuel in Arabic, and the diminutive forms like Sam or Sammy in English-speaking countries. The name has maintained its popularity over centuries, adapting to various linguistic and cultural contexts while retaining its core meaning and significance.
The last name Magaw has its origins primarily in Scotland and Ireland, where it is believed to be derived from the Gaelic name "Mac Aodha," meaning "son of Aodh," with Aodh being a personal name that translates to "fire." This surname is historically associated with families that may have been involved in the early Christian church or had connections to nobility, reflecting the characteristics of strength and leadership. Variations of the name can be found in different regions, including McGaw and Maguire, which may have evolved due to regional dialects and linguistic changes over time. In some cases, the name has also been anglicized, leading to different spellings and pronunciations, particularly in the United States and Canada, where many Irish and Scottish surnames underwent such transformations during immigration. Overall, the Magaw surname encapsulates a rich heritage tied to its Gaelic roots and the cultural significance of lineage in early Scottish and Irish society.
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