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Harriet Ellen Adams (born Forbes), 1870 - 1965
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Harriet Ellen Adams (born Forbes), 1870 - 1965
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Harriet Ellen Adams (born Forbes), 1870 - 1965
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Harriet Ellen Adams (born Forbes), 1870 - 1965
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Harriet Ellen Adams (born Forbes), 1870 - 1965
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Harriet Williamina Hepburn-Stuart-Forbes-Trefusis (born Hepburn-Forbes), 1835 - 1869
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Harriet Ellen Adams (born Forbes), 1870 - 1965
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Harriet Louisa Ann Hepburn-Forbes (born Kerr), 1808 - 1884
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Harriet Ellen Adams (born Forbes), 1870 - 1965
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Harriet Ellen Forbes (born Smith), 1880 - 1964
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Harriet Ellen Adams (born Forbes), 1870 - 1965
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Harriet Louisa Ann Forbes (born Kerr), 1808 - 1884
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Harriet Forbes, 1817 - 1901
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Harriet Louisa Ann Forbes (born Kerr), 1808 - 1884
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Harriet Jean Holland (born Forbes), 1909 - 2000
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Harriet M. Forbes, 1892 - 1986
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Harriet E. Forbes (born Wood), 1851 - 1937
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Harriet E. Forbes, 1832 - 1905
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Harriet E. Forbes (born Wood), 1851 - 1937
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Harriet Ellen Forbes, Circa 1858 - 1888
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Harriet Eliza Forbes, Circa 1864 - 1925
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Harriet Forbes, Circa 1814 - 1882
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Harriet Forbes, Circa 1826 - 1909
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Harriet Forbes in The Norwalk Hour - Apr 30 1958
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Harriet Lowis Forbes in The Washington times. - May 14 1912
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Harriet Forbes in The Boston Herald - May 29 1938
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Harriet Wilson Forbes, Circa 1817 - 1903
New York City Deaths, 1866-1948
Harriet Gianville Guscott (Forbes), 1896 - 1943
New York City Deaths, 1866-1948
Harriet Forbes (Heath), 1844 - 1924
New York City Deaths, 1866-1948Harriet Somerville (born Forbes), 1848 - 1940
BillionGravesHarriet W Forbes, 1867 - 1948
BillionGravesHarriet G. Forbes, 1869 - 1955
BillionGravesHarriet Haxton (born Forbes), Circa 1865 - 1938
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Harriet M. Forbes, Circa 1880 - 1964
Missouri Deaths, 1961-1970
Harriet Forbes, Circa 1900 - 1905
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Harriet Forbes, born 1889
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Harriet Forbes, born 1889
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Harriet Forbes (born Dusmu fee Tones Forbes), born Circa 1890
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Harriet N. Forbes, Circa 1829 - 1917
Massachusetts Deaths, 1916-1919
Harriet Forbes, Circa 1826 - 1909
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Harriet Forbes, born Circa 1909
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Harriet E. Forbes, Circa 1884 - 1949
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Harriet E., Circa 1872 - 1937
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Harriet E., Circa 1872 - 1937
Australia, Cemetery InscriptionsHarriet Mary Forbes, Circa 1887 - 1965
Tennessee, Shelby County Deaths
Harriet Frances Forbes, Circa 1857 - 1947
Canada, British Columbia Deaths
Harriet Mclean Forbes, Circa 1889 - 1988
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Harriet Forbes, Circa 1797 - 1876
England & Wales, Death Index, 1837-2005
Harriet Georgina Forbes, Circa 1810 - 1892
England & Wales, Death Index, 1837-2005
Harriet Forbes, Circa 1879 - 1880
England & Wales, Death Index, 1837-2005
Harriet Forbes, 1880 - 1978
England & Wales, Death Index, 1837-2005
Harriet Susannah Forbes (Erskine), 1847 - 1884
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Harriet Forbes (Buller), died 1986
Scotland, Gravestones and MemorialsDora Forbes, 1879 - 1970
FamilySearch Family TreeHarriet Susanna Satterlee (born Forbes), 1839 - 1931
FamilySearch Family TreeHarriet Forbes (born Fitzwater), 1835 - 1906
FamilySearch Family TreeHarriet Forbes (born Merrifield), 1856 - 1951
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- Harri Forbess
- Harriett Forbess
- Harriette Forbess
- Harry Forbess
- Hattie Forbess
- Arabic: هارييت فوربس (Hāriyīt Fūrbis)
- Japanese: ハリエット・フォーブス (Harietto Fōbuzu)
- Russian: Харриет Форбс (Kharriet Forbes)


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- United Kingdom 23%
- Australia 7%
- Ireland 5%
- Canada 2%
- Other 2%
The name Harriet has its origins in the French name Henriette, which is a feminine form of Henri, derived from the Germanic name Heinrich, meaning "home ruler" or "ruler of the household." This name first appeared in medieval France and became popular in England during the 19th century, particularly after the publication of Harriet Beecher Stowe's influential novel "Uncle Tom's Cabin." The name Harriet is often associated with qualities such as strength, leadership, and nurturing, reflecting the historical roles of women in managing households and communities. Variations of the name can be found across different cultures, including Henrietta in English-speaking countries, Harriette in French contexts, and Herta in German. Each variation may carry slight differences in pronunciation and spelling, but they all share a common root and meaning related to leadership and domestic authority. Harriet remains a classic name, embodying both historical significance and enduring appeal.
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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