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James Carl Metcalf, 1894 - 1967
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James Wilkinson Metcalf, 1849 - 1935
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James Wilkinson Metcalf, 1849 - 1935
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James Wilkinson Metcalf, 1849 - 1935
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James Wilkinson Metcalf, 1849 - 1935
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James Frederick Metcalf, 1888 - 1960
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JAMES METCALF, 1825 - 1896
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James Robert Metcalf, 1903 - 1971
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James "Jim" Metcalf, 1825 - 1896
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James Wilkinson Metcalf, 1843 - 1941
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James H Metcalf, 1838 - 1919
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James Metcalf, 1808 - 1882
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James " Grant" Metcalf, 1902 - 1985
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James Monroe Metcalf, 1887 - 1966
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Corporal James Metcalf, 1824 - 1863
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James A. Metcalf, 1931 - 2000
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James M. Metcalf, 1868 - 1947
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James R. Metcalf, 1876 - 1916
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James Howard Metcalf, 1891 - 1952
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James Beechei Metcalf, Circa 1850 - 1910
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James Metcalf, Circa 1881 - 1886
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James M. b Metcalf, died 1946
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James Metcalf, Circa 1859 - 1943
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James Metcalf in The Springfield Daily Union - Mar 24 1906
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James T. Metcalf in Lewiston Saturday Journal - Apr 26 1889
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James A. Metcalf in Salem Register - Sep 1 1884
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James A. Metcalf, 1931 - 2000
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James Willie Metcalf, born 1958
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James Metcalf, died 1935
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James Alymer Metcalf, 1899 - 1928
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James Oran Metcalf, 1858 - 1916
Michigan Deaths
James Franklin Metcalf, 1866 - 1945
Michigan Deaths
James Metcalf, 1826 - 1903
Michigan Deaths
James Preston Metcalf, 1867 - 1918
South Carolina, Deaths, 1915-1943
James Metcalf, 1875 - 1929
Maryland Deaths
James Metcalf, 1927 - 1989
Maryland Deaths
James Metcalf, 1935 - 1956
Maryland Deaths
James Metcalf, 1907 - 1961
Maryland Deaths
James Samuel Metcalf, 1882 - 1941
New York City Deaths, 1866-1948
James Walter Metcalf, Circa 1877 - 1879
New York City Deaths, 1866-1948
James Metcalf, Circa 1888 - 1888
New York City Deaths, 1866-1948
James Metcalf, Circa 1807 - 1872
New York City Deaths, 1866-1948
James Metcalf, 1869 - 1935
Utah, Salt Lake County Death Records, 1908-1949
James John Metcalf, 1911 - 1911
Utah, Salt Lake County Death Records, 1908-1949
James Metcalf, 1868 - 1917
North Carolina, Deaths, 1906-1930
James Billie Metcalf, 1921 - 1923
North Carolina, Deaths, 1906-1930
James William Metcalf, Circa 1843 - 1926
North Carolina, Deaths, 1906-1930
James Clifford Riddle Metcalf, 1930 - 1930
North Carolina, Deaths, 1906-1930
James Metcalf, 1864 - 1942
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James Nattrass Metcalf, 1881 - 1922
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James Metcalf, Circa 1885 - 1907
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James N. Metcalf, Circa 1880 - 1922
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James Herbert Metcalf, 1832 - 1853
Rhode Island Historical CemeteriesJames W. Metcalf, 1898 - 1821
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James Metcalf, 1814 - 1816
Rhode Island Historical CemeteriesJames H. Metcalf, 1907 - 1994
Rhode Island Historical CemeteriesJames D. Metcalf, 1937 - 2020
BillionGravesJames Metcalf, 1808 - 1882
BillionGravesJames Metcalf, 1920 - 1991
BillionGravesJames Metcalf, 1871 - 1875
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James Edward Metcalf, Circa 1904 - 1944
Commonwealth War Graves, 1914-1921, 1939-1947
James Albert Metcalf, Circa 1914 - 1942
Commonwealth War Graves, 1914-1921, 1939-1947
James McClarence Metcalf, Circa 1901 - 1917
Commonwealth War Graves, 1914-1921, 1939-1947
James Metcalf, Circa 1893 - 1918
Commonwealth War Graves, 1914-1921, 1939-1947
James B. Metcalf, 1846 - 1924
Famous People Throughout HistoryJames Metcalf, 1925 - 2012
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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 Metcalf has its origins in England, specifically deriving from the Old English personal name "Mædcalf," which translates to "calf of the meadow," indicating a connection to pastoral life and agriculture. This surname is believed to have first appeared in the northern regions of England, particularly in Yorkshire, where the landscape and farming practices would have influenced the naming conventions. Historically, those who bore the name Metcalf were likely associated with farming or livestock, reflecting the agrarian society of medieval England. Variations of the surname can be found in different regions and cultures, including Metcalfe, which is a common alternative spelling, and Metcalf may also appear in records as Metcalfe or even Metcalfson in some contexts. These variations often arise from regional dialects and the evolution of language over time. The surname Metcalf is relatively uncommon today but retains historical significance, particularly in genealogical studies related to English ancestry.
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