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Elizabeth B. Maupin (born Forbes), 1845 - 1940
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Elizabeth B. Maupin (born Forbes), 1845 - 1940
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Elizabeth "Betts" Garland (born Forbes), 1824 - 1921
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Elizabeth (Lizzie) Carnegie (born Forbes), 1886 - 1977
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Elizabeth Henrietta Bridge (born Forbes), 1882 - 1967
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Elizabeth Keith (born Forbes), 1677 - 1758
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Elizabeth Sophia Forbes (born Morgan), 1856 - 1953
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Elizabeth A. Forbes (born Lightfoot), 1831 - 1902
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Elizabeth Margaret Fitzgerald (born Forbes / Parker), 1842 - 1928
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ELIZABETH FORBES (born BURR (USA)), 1868 - 1918
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Elizabeth Ann LEES (born FORBES), 1804 - 1883
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Elizabeth Ferree (born Forbes), 1687 - 1758
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Elizabeth Catherine Cook (born Forbes), 1769 - 1838
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Elizabeth Forbes (born Daniel), 1864 - 1944
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Elizabeth Keith (born Forbes), 1677 - 1758
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Elizabeth Forbes (born King), 1913 - 1985
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Elizabeth Forbes Forbes (born Wendell), 1861 - 1927
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Elizabeth Jane Forbes, 1879 - 1961
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Elizabeth Hall Forbes, 1894 - 1944
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Elizabeth Jane Forbes, Circa 1853 - 1933
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Elizabeth Forbes (born Caroher), Circa 1861 - 1946
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Elizabeth Forbes, Circa 1907 - 1950
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Elizabeth Forbes, Circa 1889 - 1975
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Elizabeth Forbes in The herald of the Twin Cities, Roanoke Rapids, Rosemary - Apr 2 1931
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Elizabeth Forbes in Yorkville enquirer. volume - Aug 29 1911
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Elizabeth Forks Garrett, 1876 - 1930
North Carolina, Deaths, 1906-1930
Elizabeth Forbes, 1879 - 1921
North Carolina, Deaths, 1906-1930
Elizabeth Forbes, 1871 - 1923
North Carolina, Deaths, 1906-1930
Elizabeth J. Garrett, 1887 - 1914
North Carolina, Deaths, 1906-1930
Elizabeth L. Forbes, 1888 - 1941
Michigan Deaths
Elizabeth Shea Forbes, 1855 - 1922
Michigan Deaths
Elizabeth Forbes, 1890 - 1940
Michigan Deaths
Elizabeth Ann Peden, 1850 - 1922
Michigan Deaths
Elizabeth Leslie Forbes, 1867 - 1933
Rhode Island Deaths, 1850-1946
Elizabeth Forbes, Circa 1878 - 1934
Rhode Island Deaths, 1850-1946
Elizabeth Forbes, Circa 1865 - 1906
Rhode Island Deaths, 1850-1946
Elizabeth, Circa 1815 - 1907
Rhode Island Deaths, 1850-1946
Elizabeth J. Moore (born Forbes), Circa 1851 - 1918
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Elizabeth J. Moore (born Forbes), Circa 1851 - 1918
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Elizabeth Forbes, died 1897
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Elizabeth Forbes, born Circa 1893
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Elizabeth M. Forbes, 1878 - 1945
New York City Deaths, 1866-1948
Elizabeth Forbes, Circa 1853 - 1928
New York City Deaths, 1866-1948
Elizabeth A. Forbes, Circa 1814 - 1902
New York City Deaths, 1866-1948
Elizabeth H. Forbes, Circa 1906 - 1906
New York City Deaths, 1866-1948
Elizabeth H. Forbes, 1882 - 1971
Maryland Deaths
Elizabeth P. Forbes, 1920 - 1992
Maryland Deaths
Elizabeth M. Forbes, 1944 - 1962
Maryland Deaths
Elizabeth Forbes, 1942 - 2012
Maryland Deaths
Elizabeth F. Forbes, 1877 - 1946
West Virginia, Deaths
Elizabeth F. Forbes, Circa 1877 - 1946
West Virginia, Deaths
Elizabeth Tiernan, 1859 - 1946
West Virginia, Deaths
Elizabeth Forbes, 1865 - 1946
West Virginia, DeathsElizabeth Forbes (born Adams), 1858 - 1931
BillionGravesElizabeth Alexanderina Forbes, 1841 - 1842
BillionGravesElizabeth Ann Forbes, 1877 - 1963
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Elizabeth Forbes, 1903 - 1996
New Jersey Death Index, 1920-1929, 1949-2017
Elizabeth S Forbes, 1922 - 1987
New Jersey Death Index, 1920-1929, 1949-2017
Elizabeth B Forbes, Circa 1901 - 1982
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Elizabeth G Forbes, died 1972
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Elizabeth Forbes, 1859 - 1912
Famous People Throughout HistoryElizabeth Forbes, 1924 - 2014
Famous People Throughout HistoryElizabeth Forbes, 1916 - 2002
Famous People Throughout HistoryElizabeth Hamilton Chew Forbes
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Elizabeth Bowditch Forbes, Circa 1878 - 1962
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Elizabeth Forbes, Circa 1799 - 1882
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Elizabeth Forbes, Circa 1794 - 1878
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Elizabeth Howard, born 1683
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Elizabeth McMaster Forbes, Circa 1918 - 1942
Commonwealth War Graves, 1914-1921, 1939-1947
Elizabeth Forbes, Circa 1897 - 1915
Commonwealth War Graves, 1914-1921, 1939-1947
Elizabeth Forbes, Circa 1886 - 1917
Commonwealth War Graves, 1914-1921, 1939-1947
Elizabeth G. Forbes, Circa 1920 - 1944
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- Beth Forbess
- Eliza Forbess
- Libby Forbess
- Liz Forbess
- Liza Forbess
- Arabic: إليزابيث فوربس (Ilizābīth Fūrbs)
- Japanese: エリザベス・フォーブス (Erizabesu Fōbuzu)
- Russian: Елизавета Форбс (Yelizaveta Forbs)
- Spanish (f): Isabel Forbes


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- USA 15%
- Canada 2%
- Other 2%
The name Elizabeth has its origins in the Hebrew name Elisheva, meaning "God is my oath." It first appeared in ancient Israel and has been widely used in various forms across different cultures and regions, particularly in Europe. The name gained prominence in the Christian tradition due to its association with Elizabeth, the mother of John the Baptist, and has been borne by numerous queens and saints throughout history, which contributed to its enduring popularity. Elizabeth is often associated with qualities such as loyalty, faithfulness, and strength, reflecting the characteristics of those who initially bore the name. Variations of Elizabeth include the Spanish Isabel, the Italian Elisabetta, the French Élisabeth, and the diminutive forms like Liz, Beth, and Liza, showcasing its adaptability across languages and cultures. The name has remained a classic choice, symbolizing both historical significance and timeless elegance.
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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