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Effie Pearl Preator (born Riley), 1885 - 1957
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Effie Pearl Preator (born Riley), 1885 - 1957
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Effie Merle “Merle” Butz (born Riley), 1896 - 1984
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Effie Jane Fraley (born Riley), 1917 - 1977
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Effie Pearl Preator (born Riley), 1885 - 1957
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Effie plumie Ball (born Riley), 1890 - 1941
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Effie C. RILEY (born BRANNON), 1889 - 1982
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Effie Maude Riley (born DeForest), 1909 - 1977
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Effie Pearl Preator (born Riley), 1885 - 1957
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Effie Annie Marquerite Thompson (born Riley), 1904 - 1992
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Effie Pearl Preator (born Riley), 1885 - 1957
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Effie Pearl Riley, 1885 - 1957
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Effie Pearl Riley, 1885 - 1957
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Effie Medora Bosworth (born Riley), 1860 - 1941
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Effie Riley, Circa 1889 - 1971
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Effie Riley, Circa 1876 - 1964
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Effie Medora Bosworth (born Riley), Circa 1860 - 1941
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Effie Riley in The Boston Herald - July 19 1930
Newspaper Name Index, USA, Canada, and AustraliaEffie M Riley, 1894 - 1975
BillionGravesEffie M Riley, 1898 - 1975
BillionGravesEffie Norris Riley, 1877 - 1975
BillionGravesEffie E Riley, 1908 - 1936
BillionGravesEffie Riley, Circa 1877 - 1887
Michigan Deaths
Effie Riley, 1905 - 1945
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Effie M. J. Riley, 1919 - 1919
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Effie Riley, 1905 - 1945
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Effie Riley, 1888 - 1972
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Effie Lillian Riley, 1886 - 1970
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Effie Matilda Riley, 1892 - 1975
England & Wales, Death Index, 1837-2005Effie Agnes Riley, 1916 - 1996
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Effie C. Riley, Circa 1890 - 1982
Georgia DeathsMary Effie Potter (born Riley), 1890 - 1989
FamilySearch Family TreeEva V. Riley (born Van Matre), 1875 - 1959
FamilySearch Family TreeEva Sue Riley (born Van Meter), 1875 - 1959
FamilySearch Family TreeEffie Plumie Ball (born Riley), 1890 - 1941
FamilySearch Family TreeEffie Purvis (born Riley), 1877 - 1960
Geni World Family TreeEffie Mae Riley (born Halliburton), 1884 - 1960
Geni World Family TreeEffie Minnie House, 1914 - 1991
Geni World Family TreeEffie Elizabeth Blowers (born Riley), 1902 - 1983
Geni World Family TreeEffie Riley Cranfield, 1885 - 1963
North Carolina, Deaths, 1931-1994Effie Norris Riley, 1877 - 1975
North Carolina, Deaths, 1931-1994Effie Beatrice Riley, 1910 - 1957
North Carolina, Deaths, 1931-1994Effie Joyner Riley, Circa 1906 - 1993
North Carolina, Deaths, 1931-1994Effie Riley, born Circa 1886
1911 England & Wales CensusEffie Riley, born Circa 1909
1911 England & Wales CensusEffie Winifred Riley, born Circa 1897
1911 England & Wales Census
Effie Lou Riley, born Circa 1928
1940 United States Federal Census
Effie L Riley, born Circa 1925
1940 United States Federal Census
Effie M Riley, born Circa 1924
1940 United States Federal Census
Effie Riley, born Circa 1918
1940 United States Federal CensusEffie M.V.D. Riley, 1884 - 1916
Iowa, Deaths and Burials, 1850-1990
Effie Riley, born Circa 1868
1881 England & Wales Census
Effie C Riley, born Circa 1942
1950 United States Federal Census
Effie E Riley, born Circa 1934
1950 United States Federal Census
Effie Mae Riley, born Circa 1940
1950 United States Federal Census
Effie N Riley, born Circa 1916
1950 United States Federal Census
Effie Riley, died 1904
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Effie Mae Riley, born Circa 1913
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Effie Riley
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- Arabic: إيفي رايلي (ʾīfī Rāylī)
- Japanese: エフィ・ライリー (Efi Rairī)
- Russian: Эффи Райли (Effi Rayli)
- Spanish: Efi Riley


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- United Kingdom 2%
- New Zealand 1%
The name Effie is of Greek origin, derived from the name Euphemia, which means "well-spoken" or "to speak well." It first appeared in ancient Greece and has historical roots in early Christian saints, particularly Saint Euphemia, who was venerated in the early church. The name Effie is often associated with qualities such as eloquence and charm, reflecting the meaning of its root. Variations of the name can be found in different cultures, including Euphemie in French, Eufemia in Italian and Spanish, and Efimia in Slavic languages. In English-speaking countries, Effie has been used as a diminutive or affectionate form of Euphemia, and it gained popularity in the 19th century, often seen in literature and among notable figures. The name has maintained a quaint charm and is sometimes associated with a vintage or classic appeal.
The last name Riley has its origins in both Irish and English cultures, with the Irish variant deriving from the Gaelic surname "Ó Raghallaigh," meaning "descendant of Raghallach," which is believed to mean "valiant" or "courageous." This surname is primarily associated with the province of Ulster in Ireland, where it has historical roots dating back to the medieval period. In England, the name may also stem from a place name, such as Riley in Lancashire, which is derived from Old English elements meaning "rye clearing." The name Riley has been linked to various occupations, particularly in the context of land ownership and agriculture, reflecting the characteristics of those who initially bore it. Variations of the surname include O'Reilly, Ryley, and Reilly, with differences in spelling and pronunciation influenced by regional dialects and linguistic evolution across countries. The name has maintained its popularity and is widely recognized in English-speaking countries today.
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