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William Mowat Hannay, 1848 - 1922
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William Hannay, 1793 - 1870
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William Hannay, 1802 - 1857
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William Clark v Carson Hannay, 1821 - 1887
MyHeritage Family TreesWilliam Thomas Hannay, 1874 - 1952
MyHeritage Family TreesWilliam "Buddy" Sinclair Scott Hannay, 1882 - 1957
MyHeritage Family TreesWilliam Dale Hannay, 1921 - 2018
MyHeritage Family TreesWilliam Hannay, 1834 - 1887
MyHeritage Family TreesWilliam Hannay, 1817 - 1870
MyHeritage Family TreesWilliam John / James HANNAY, 1843 - 1905
MyHeritage Family TreesWilliam Robert Hannay, 1891 - 1960
MyHeritage Family TreesWilliam John HANNAY, Circa 1846 - 1905
MyHeritage Family TreesWilliam Hannay, 1817 - 1884
MyHeritage Family TreesWilliam A. Hannay, 1868 - 1940
MyHeritage Family TreesWilliam Mouat Hannay, 1864 - 1951
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William Hannay in The Evening News (Rockhampton, QLD) - Jan 14 1935
Newspaper Name Index, USA, Canada, and Australia
William M. Hannay in The Boston Globe - May 13 1896
Newspaper Name Index, USA, Canada, and Australia
William Hannay in The Princeton union. - Jan 9 1896
Newspaper Name Index, USA, Canada, and AustraliaWilliam Hannay, Circa 1798 - 1862
BillionGravesWilliam Cathcart Hannay, Circa 1837 - 1872
BillionGravesWilliam S Hannay, 1921 - 1994
BillionGravesWilliam Hannay, died 1969
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William Alexander Hannay, 1888 - 1978
England & Wales, Death Index, 1837-2005
William Hannay, Circa 1830 - 1904
England & Wales, Death Index, 1837-2005
William Hannay, Circa 1906 - 1963
England & Wales, Death Index, 1837-2005
William Hannay, Circa 1840 - 1913
England & Wales, Death Index, 1837-2005James William Hannay, 1791 - 1870
FamilySearch Family TreeWilliam Hannay, 1802 - 1857
FamilySearch Family TreeWilliam Hannah, 1787 - 1863
FamilySearch Family TreeWilliam M Hannay, 1865 - 1951
FamilySearch Family TreeWillie Thomas Hannay, 1874 - 1942
Geni World Family TreeWilliam John Hannay, 1843 - 1883
Geni World Family TreeHarold William Hannay, 1896 - 1963
Geni World Family TreeWilliam Robert Hannay, 1891 - 1960
Geni World Family TreeWilliam Hannay, born Circa 1897
1911 England & Wales CensusWilliam Hannay, born Circa 1879
1911 England & Wales CensusWilliam Hannay, born Circa 1854
1911 England & Wales CensusWilliam Hannay, born Circa 1870
1911 England & Wales Census
William G Hannay, born Circa 1885
1891 England & Wales Census
William Hannay, born Circa 1881
1891 England & Wales Census
William Hannay, born Circa 1878
1891 England & Wales Census
William Hannay, born Circa 1882
1891 England & Wales Census
William F Hannay, born Circa 1876
1881 England & Wales Census
William Hannay, born Circa 1865
1881 England & Wales Census
William Hannay, born Circa 1875
1881 England & Wales Census
William Hannay, born Circa 1878
1881 England & Wales Census
William Hannay, born Circa 1879
1901 England & Wales Census
William S S Hannay, born Circa 1883
1901 England & Wales Census
William C Hannay, born Circa 1883
1901 England & Wales Census
William F Hannay, born Circa 1877
1901 England & Wales Census
William Hannay, born Circa 1845
1861 England & Wales Census
William Hannay, born Circa 1859
1861 England & Wales Census
William Hannay, born Circa 1831
1861 England & Wales Census
William Hannay, born Circa 1859
1861 England & Wales Census
William Hannay, born Circa 1846
1851 England & Wales Census
William Hannay, born Circa 1783
1851 England & Wales Census
William Hannay, born Circa 1812
1851 England & Wales Census
William Hannay, born Circa 1826
1851 England & Wales Census
William Hannay, Esq., died 1862
England & Wales, Index of Wills and Probates, 1853-1943
William Graham Hannay, died 1893
England & Wales, Index of Wills and Probates, 1853-1943
William Crichton Hannay, died 1931
England & Wales, Index of Wills and Probates, 1853-1943
William Hay Hannay, died 1920
England & Wales, Index of Wills and Probates, 1853-1943
William H Hannay, born Circa 1913
1921 Canada Census
William H Hannay, born Circa 1882
1921 Canada Census
William Hannay, born Circa 1867
1921 Canada Census
William Hannay, born Circa 1867
1921 Canada Census
William E Hannay, born Circa 1928
1940 United States Federal Census
William M Hannay, born Circa 1927
1940 United States Federal Census
William M Hannay, born Circa 1902
1940 United States Federal Census
William R Hannay, born Circa 1905
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The first name William has its origins in the Germanic elements "wil," meaning "will" or "desire," and "helm," meaning "helmet" or "protection," which together convey the meaning of "resolute protector." This name first appeared in the early medieval period, particularly in regions that are now part of modern-day Germany and France, gaining prominence in England after the Norman Conquest in 1066, largely due to William the Conqueror. Historically, those who bore the name were often associated with leadership and nobility, reflecting the protective and determined qualities implied by its meaning. Variations of the name William can be found across different cultures, including Guillaume in French, Guillermo in Spanish, and Wilhelm in German, each reflecting local linguistic characteristics. The name has remained popular throughout history, often associated with notable figures such as kings, writers, and leaders, further solidifying its esteemed status in various societies.
The last name Hannay has its origins in Scotland, particularly in the region of Dumfries and Galloway, where it is believed to have derived from the Gaelic name "O hAnnai," meaning "descendant of Annai." The name Annai itself is thought to be linked to the Old Norse personal name "Hann," which translates to "the one who is gracious." Historically, those bearing the surname Hannay were often associated with land ownership and agricultural occupations, reflecting the agrarian society of medieval Scotland. Variations of the name can be found in different regions, including "Hannay" and "Hannay of Kirkland," with some instances of spelling variations such as "Hannay" and "Hannay de la Haye" in historical records. The name has also been recorded in various forms across different cultures, but it remains predominantly Scottish in its roots and significance.
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