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John William Stephens Smith, 1840 - 1916
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John SMITH, 1856 - 1936
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John Sivel Smith, 1809 - 1905
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John Henry Smith, 1848 - 1911
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John Browning Smith, 1829 - 1900
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John Fewson Smith, 1834 - 1909
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John Pearson Smith, 1812 - 1885
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John Smith, 1702 - 1771
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John "John Smith" Smith, Circa 1572 - 1668
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John Storton Smith, 1930 - 2016
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John Lyman Smith, 1828 - 1898
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John X Smith, 1827 - 1905
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John Glover Smith, 1808 - 1888
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John Albert Smith, 1834 - 1928
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John Smith, 1801 - 1872
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John William Smith in Advertiser (Adelaide, SA) - Jan 16 1954
Newspaper Name Index, USA, Canada, and Australia
John Smith in The Pensacola journal - Dec 18 1921
Newspaper Name Index, USA, Canada, and Australia
John Smith in The Daily Ardmoreite. - Dec 22 1921
Newspaper Name Index, USA, Canada, and Australia
John Smith in Lawrence Journal-World - Apr 27 1991
Newspaper Name Index, USA, Canada, and Australia
John Smith, II, 1665 - 1723
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Leonard John Smith, 1857 - 1945
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John Smith, 1750 - 1836
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John Avery Barnes Smith, Sr., 1782 - 1857
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John S. Smith, 1856 - 1936
Idaho, Death Certificates, 1911-1937
John Thomas Smith, 1863 - 1937
Idaho, Death Certificates, 1911-1937
John Franklin Smith, 1908 - 1935
Idaho, Death Certificates, 1911-1937
John Morgan Smith, 1874 - 1934
Idaho, Death Certificates, 1911-1937
John Abraham Smith, 1865 - 1928
North Carolina, Deaths, 1906-1930
John L. Smith, 1877 - 1929
North Carolina, Deaths, 1906-1930
John Smith, 1844 - 1920
North Carolina, Deaths, 1906-1930
John William Smith, 1887 - 1928
North Carolina, Deaths, 1906-1930
John Smith, 1890 - 1940
South Carolina, Deaths, 1915-1943
John Sanford Smith, 1873 - 1940
South Carolina, Deaths, 1915-1943
John Thomas Smith, 1856 - 1941
South Carolina, Deaths, 1915-1943
John Calhoon Smith, 1871 - 1939
South Carolina, Deaths, 1915-1943
John S Smith, 1899 - 1946
West Virginia, Deaths
John Smith, 1830 - 1908
West Virginia, Deaths
John F Smith, 1877 - 1945
West Virginia, Deaths
John Smith, 1875 - 1933
West Virginia, Deaths
John Fewson Smith, 1865 - 1934
Utah, Salt Lake County Death Records, 1908-1949
John Wesley Smith, 1880 - 1946
Utah, Salt Lake County Death Records, 1908-1949
John Walter Smith, 1871 - 1936
Utah, Salt Lake County Death Records, 1908-1949
John L Smith, 1873 - 1938
Utah, Salt Lake County Death Records, 1908-1949
John Emil Smith, 1859 - 1935
Sweden Household Examination Books
John Albrecht Smith, 1849 - 1928
Sweden Household Examination Books
John Ivar Smith, born 1878
Sweden Household Examination Books
John Albrekt Smith, born 1849
Sweden Household Examination BooksJohn Jackson 'Jack' Smith, 1920 - 2013
BillionGravesJohn Stanley Smith, 1871 - 1930
BillionGravesJohn Robert Smith, 1935 - 2001
BillionGravesJohn Payne (born Smith), 1852 - 1881
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John M. SMITH, 1921 - 1944
France, Military Death Index, 1914-1961
John Benjamin Vincent SMITH, 1924 - 1946
France, Military Death Index, 1914-1961
John SMITH, died 1918
France, Military Death Index, 1914-1961
John SMITH, died 1943
France, Military Death Index, 1914-1961
John A. Smith, 1884 - 1921
Arizona Death Certificates, 1870 - 1963
John (Jack) W. Smith, 1888 - 1949
Arizona Death Certificates, 1870 - 1963
John Smith, 1851 - 1939
Arizona Death Certificates, 1870 - 1963
John Pearson Smith, 1883 - 1956
Arizona Death Certificates, 1870 - 1963
John Webster Smith, 1893 - 1965
Utah, Veterans with Federal Service Buried in Utah, Territorial to 1966
John Cameron Smith, 1894 - 1944
Utah, Veterans with Federal Service Buried in Utah, Territorial to 1966
John William Smith, 1929 - 1950
Utah, Veterans with Federal Service Buried in Utah, Territorial to 1966
John George Smith, 1917 - 1958
Utah, Veterans with Federal Service Buried in Utah, Territorial to 1966John Henry Smith, 1908 - 1980
Rhode Island Historical Cemeteries
John Quincy Adams Smith, 1825 - 1827
Rhode Island Historical CemeteriesJohn Wilson Smith, 1812 - 1891
Rhode Island Historical Cemeteries
John Cumming Smith, 1834 - 1835
Rhode Island Historical Cemeteries
John P Smith, 1948 - 2010
New Jersey Death Index, 1920-1929, 1949-2017
John H Smith, 1926 - 2015
New Jersey Death Index, 1920-1929, 1949-2017
John C Smith, 1931 - 2014
New Jersey Death Index, 1920-1929, 1949-2017
John Smith, 1951 - 2009
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- Ireland 1%
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The first name John has its origins in the Hebrew name Yochanan, meaning "Yahweh is gracious." It first appeared in ancient Israel and has been widely used across various cultures and regions, particularly in Europe and the Americas. Historically, the name has been borne by numerous significant figures, including religious leaders, saints, and monarchs, which has contributed to its enduring popularity. Variations of the name include the French Jean, the Spanish Juan, the Italian Giovanni, and the German Johannes, each reflecting the linguistic and cultural adaptations of the name. The name John has also been associated with qualities such as leadership and piety, often linked to the many biblical figures named John, including John the Baptist and the Apostle John. Its widespread use and variations highlight its deep-rooted significance in both religious and secular contexts throughout history.
The last name Smith has its origins in Old English, derived from the word "smitan," meaning "to smite or to hit," which relates to the occupation of a metalworker or blacksmith. This surname first appeared in England, particularly in regions with a strong tradition of metalworking, and it became widespread during the Middle Ages as the demand for skilled craftsmen grew. The name Smith is indicative of the trade and craftsmanship associated with those who initially bore it, reflecting a vital occupation in society. Variations of the surname can be found across different cultures and languages, including Schmidt in German, Smyth in English, and Smithson as a patronymic form. Each variation often retains the core meaning related to smithing or metalworking, though the spelling and pronunciation may differ based on regional linguistic influences. Smith remains one of the most common surnames in the English-speaking world, symbolizing a rich heritage tied to craftsmanship and trade.
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