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Charles Robertson Forbes, 1909 - 1963
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Sir Charles Stewart Forbes, 1803 - 1877
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Charles Robertson Forbes, 1863 - 1959
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Charles William "Cw" Forbes, 1850 - 1936
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Charles Chisholm FORBES, 1883 - 1939
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Charles Burton Forbes, 1878 - 1966
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Charles Burton "Burt" Forbes, 1878 - 1966
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Charles Robertson Forbes, 1863 - 1959
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Charles Leslie Forbes, 1886 - 1930
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Charles William Forbes, 1850 - 1936
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Charles William Forbes, 1850 - 1936
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Charles John Forbes, 1843 - 1884
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Charles William Forbes, 1850 - 1936
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Charles Leslie Forbes, 1886 - 1930
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Charles Wesley Forbes, 1856 - 1919
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Charles King Forbes, 1867 - 1947
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Charles Frances Forbes, 1876 - 1952
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Charles Ii Forbes, 1890 - 1963
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Charles W. Forbes, 1864 - 1937
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Charles Forbes Forbes, Circa 1893 - 1934
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Charles J. Forbes, Circa 1881 - 1926
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Charles John Forbes, Circa 1915 - 1950
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Charles Forbes, Circa 1893 - 1934
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Charles Forbes in The Minneapolis journal. - Jan 3 1902
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Charles Forbes in The Seattle star. - Feb 17 1922
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Charles Garrett Forbes, 1853 - 1934
Idaho, Death Certificates, 1911-1937
Charles W. Forbes, 1896 - 1918
South Carolina, Deaths, 1915-1943
Charles Edward Forbes, died 1929
South Carolina, Deaths, 1915-1943
Charles Lee Forbes, 1868 - 1936
Maryland Deaths
Charles J. Forbes, 1921 - 1984
Maryland Deaths
Charles O. Forbes, 1936 - 2001
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Charles Forbes, 1919 - 2009
Maryland Deaths
Charles Forbes, 1879 - 1943
New York City Deaths, 1866-1948
Charles Campbell Forbes, 1870 - 1921
New York City Deaths, 1866-1948
Charles Forbes, Circa 1865 - 1917
New York City Deaths, 1866-1948
Charles Forbes, Circa 1883 - 1938
New York City Deaths, 1866-1948
Charles King Forbes, 1867 - 1947
Utah, Salt Lake County Death Records, 1908-1949
Charles Forbes, 1910 - 1922
Utah, Salt Lake County Death Records, 1908-1949
Charles Forbes, 1900 - 1941
Michigan Deaths
Charles Forbes, 1857 - 1938
Michigan Deaths
Charles E. Forbes, 1876 - 1942
Michigan Deaths
Charles J. Forbes, 1882 - 1926
Michigan Deaths
Charles H. Sr Forbes, 1888 - 1965
West Virginia, Deaths
Charles Forbes, Circa 1886 - 1889
West Virginia, Deaths
Charles H. Sr. Forbes, died 1965
West Virginia, Deaths
Charles H. Forbes, died 1930
West Virginia, DeathsCharles W Forbes, 1927 - 2005
BillionGravesCharles Edward Forbes, 1925 - 1926
BillionGravesCharles S. Forbes, Jr., 1913 - 1998
BillionGravesCharles Barker Forbes, 1907 - 1962
Rhode Island Historical CemeteriesCharles Forbes, died 1904
Rhode Island Historical Cemeteries
Charles Forbes, 1803 - 1877
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Charles John Forbes, 1843 - 1884
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Charles Forbes, 1803 - 1877
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Charles M. H. Forbes, 1830 - 1874
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Charles W. Forbes, Circa 1895 - 1918
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Charles Stewart Forbes, born 1939
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Charles V. Forbes, died 1918
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Charles W. Forbes, died 1918
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Charles Garrett Forbes, 1853 - 1934
Idaho, Deaths and Stillbirths
Charles W. Forbes, 1894 - 1963
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Charles Hunter Forbes, 1862 - 1947
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Charles Forbes, 1909 - 1951
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- Charleson Forbess
- Charley Forbess
- Charlie Forbess
- Chas Forbess
- Chuck Forbess
- Arabic: تشارلز فوربس (Tsharlz Furbis)
- Japanese: チャールズ・フォーブス (Chāruzu Fōbuzu)
- Russian: Чарльз Форбс (Charlyz Forbs)
- Spanish: Carlos Forbes


- United Kingdom 52%
- USA 33%
- Australia 6%
- Canada 3%
- India 2%
- Bahamas 1%
- Ireland 1%
- Other 2%
The first name Charles has its origins in the Germanic name Karl, which means "free man" or "man." It first appeared in the early medieval period, particularly in regions that are now part of modern-day France and Germany. The name gained prominence through historical figures such as Charlemagne (Charles the Great), who was a significant ruler in the Carolingian Empire, further solidifying its association with leadership and nobility. As a result, those who bore the name were often seen as strong, independent, and influential individuals. Variations of the name Charles can be found across different cultures and languages, including Carlos in Spanish, Charles in French, and Carlo in Italian, each reflecting local linguistic characteristics. The name has remained popular throughout history, often associated with royalty and notable figures, and continues to be widely used in various forms around the world today.
The last name Forbes has Scottish origins, specifically linked to the region of Aberdeenshire, where it is derived from the Gaelic term "forba," meaning "field" or "fertile land." Historically, the name is associated with the Forbes family, who were prominent landowners and played significant roles in Scottish history, particularly during the Middle Ages. The name signifies a connection to agriculture and land stewardship, reflecting the characteristics of those who initially bore it as landholders and farmers. Variations of the surname can be found in different cultures, including "Forbess" and "Forbeson," with some instances of spelling variations in other languages, such as "Forbes" in English and "Forbès" in French. The name has also been adopted by various notable figures and institutions, further embedding it in cultural and historical contexts. Overall, Forbes is a name steeped in heritage, reflecting both geographical roots and the social status of its early bearers.
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