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James Lawrence Bess, 1832 - 1912
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James Lawrence Bess, 1832 - 1912
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James Lawrence Bess Jr., 1856 - 1917
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James Lawrence Bess, 1832 - 1912
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James Lawrence S Bess, 1881 - 1954
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James Lyndsey Bess, 1857 - 1936
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James William Bess, 1921 - 2015
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James Lindsey Bess, 1856 - 1936
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James Lawrence S Bess, 1881 - 1954
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James Lawrence Bess Jr., 1856 - 1917
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James Taylor Bess, 1878 - 1972
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James Lawrence S Bess, 1881 - 1954
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James Lawrence Bess Jr., 1856 - 1917
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James Russell Bess, 1895 - 1968
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James E. Bess, 1919 - 1999
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James Wess Bess, 1873 - 1954
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James (Bob) Bess, Circa 1924 - 2004
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James (Bob) Bess, Circa 1924 - 2004
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James Felix Bess, Circa 1893 - 1946
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James Prederick Bess, died 1945
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James W. Bess in The Southeast Missourian - Jan 6 1976
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James L. Bess in The Caldwell tribune. - Sep 2 1910
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James Bess in The Southeast Missourian - May 7 1940
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James Patrick Bess, 1880 - 1955
West Virginia, Deaths
James W. Bess, Circa 1875 - 1888
West Virginia, Deaths
James William Bess, died 1967
West Virginia, Deaths
James William Bess, died 1967
West Virginia, Deaths
James Bess, 1921 - 1923
North Carolina, Deaths, 1906-1930
James Franklin Bess, 1925 - 1926
North Carolina, Deaths, 1906-1930
James E. Bess, 1946 - 1975
Maryland Deaths
James Bess, 1905 - 1958
Maryland Deaths
James S. Bess, 1829 - 1913
Maryland Deaths
James R. Bess, 1927 - 2004
Maryland Deaths
James Bess, 1917 - 1918
South Carolina, Deaths, 1915-1943
James Bess, died 1939
South Carolina, Deaths, 1915-1943
James Bess, 1866 - 1943
Idaho, Deaths and StillbirthsJames Eugene Bess, 1963 - 2016
BillionGravesJames T Bess, 1878 - 1972
BillionGravesJames E. Bess, 1919 - 1999
BillionGravesJames Henry Bess, 1909 - 1999
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James Bess, 1928 - 1999
New Jersey Death Index, 1920-1929, 1949-2017
James R Bess, Circa 1893 - 1979
New Jersey Death Index, 1920-1929, 1949-2017
James W. Bess, Circa 1857 - 1905
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James Albert Bess, born 1906
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James W. Bess, died 1905
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James William Bess, died 1905
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James Bess, 1927 - 2011
Newspaper and Funeral Home ObituariesJames E. Knuthson, 1927 - 2009
Newspaper and Funeral Home ObituariesJames Gerald Owen, 1924 - 2010
Newspaper and Funeral Home ObituariesJames Murphy Johnson, 1917 - 2009
Newspaper and Funeral Home Obituaries
James Bess, Circa 1822 - 1886
New York City Deaths, 1866-1948
James Theophilis Bess, Circa 1883 - 1883
Jamaica, Civil Registration, 1880-1999
James Theophilus Bess, born 1883
Jamaica, Civil Registration, 1880-1999
James C Bess, 1920 - 1965
Arlington National Cemetery
James W Bess, 1921 - 1998
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James Bess, died 1917
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- Jameson Bessy
- Jamey Bessy
- Jamie Bessy
- Jay Bessy
- Jim Bessy
- French: Jacques Bess
- Italian: Giacomo Bess
- Portuguese: Tiago Bess
- Russian: Джеймс Бесс (Dzhéyms Bess)
- Spanish (f): Santiago Bess
- Spanish (m): Santiago Bess


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- United Kingdom 13%
The first name James has its origins in the Hebrew name Yaakov (Jacob), which means "supplanter" or "one who follows." It first appeared in the regions of the ancient Near East and gained prominence in the Christian world through the New Testament, where James is the name of several apostles, notably James the Greater and James the Less. The name became widely used in medieval Europe, particularly in England and France, where it was popularized by the influence of saints and royalty. Variations of the name include Jacques in French, Diego in Spanish, and Giacomo in Italian, each reflecting the linguistic and cultural adaptations of the name across different regions. The name James has historically been associated with leadership and strength, often linked to figures in history such as kings and scholars, which has contributed to its enduring popularity in various cultures.
The last name "Bess" has its origins primarily in England and is derived from the medieval given name "Bess," which itself is a diminutive form of "Elizabeth." The name Elizabeth has Hebrew roots, meaning "God is my oath," and was popularized in England during the reign of Queen Elizabeth I in the 16th century. As a surname, Bess may have originally been used to denote "the son or descendant of Bess," indicating a familial connection to someone with that name. Over time, the surname has been associated with various occupations and characteristics, often reflecting the social status or roles of those who bore it. Variations of the surname can be found in different cultures, such as "Besse" in France and "Bessy" in some regions, showcasing differences in spelling and pronunciation influenced by local languages and dialects. While the surname is not exceedingly common, it carries a rich historical significance tied to its roots in both personal naming and familial lineage.
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