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James Edward Rainbow, 1901 - 1948
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James Rainbow, 1795 - 1865
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James Rainbow, 1927 - 1995
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James George Rainbow, 1870 - 1918
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James Edward Rainbow, 1901 - 1948
MyHeritage Family TreesJames Jonas Rainbow, 1826 - 1897
MyHeritage Family TreesJames Jonas Rainbow, 1855 - 1936
MyHeritage Family TreesJames Rainbow, 1816 - 1873
MyHeritage Family TreesJames Rainbow, 1816 - 1873
MyHeritage Family TreesJames George Rainbow, 1847 - 1883
MyHeritage Family TreesJames Jay Rainbow, 1910 - 1994
MyHeritage Family TreesJames Jonas RAINBOW, 1826 - 1897
MyHeritage Family TreesJames Rainbow, 1810 - 1885
MyHeritage Family TreesJames Rainbow, 1810 - 1885
MyHeritage Family TreesJames Rainbow, 1817 - Circa 1891
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James J. Rainbow, Circa 1855 - 1936
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James J. Rainbow, Circa 1848 - 1913
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James J Rainbow, Circa 1847 - 1915
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James Rainbow, died 1907
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James Withers Rainbow, Circa 1895 - 1915
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James Withers Rainbow, Circa 1895 - 1916
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James Rainbow, Circa 1921 - 1923
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James Rainbow, died 1915
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James Rainbow in Omaha daily bee. - Jan 17 1895
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James F. Rainbow in The Leader-Post - Nov 28 1966
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James Robert Rainbow in Advertiser (Adelaide, SA) - Oct 13 1943
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James L. Rainbow, 1889 - 1979
Maryland DeathsJames P. M. Rainbow, 1839 - 1907
BillionGravesJames Rainbow, 1855 - 1936
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James Manning Rainbow, Circa 1899 - 1941
Commonwealth War Graves, 1914-1921, 1939-1947
James Rainbow, 1896 - 1973
England & Wales, Death Index, 1837-2005
James Edward Rainbow, 1899 - 1974
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James Rainbow, Circa 1819 - 1903
England & Wales, Death Index, 1837-2005
James Rainbow, Circa 1804 - 1885
England & Wales, Death Index, 1837-2005James Rainbow, 1795 - 1865
FamilySearch Family TreeJames Rainbow, 1800 - 1891
FamilySearch Family TreeJames Jonas Rainbow, 1855 - 1936
FamilySearch Family TreeJames Rainbow, 1866 - 1933
FamilySearch Family TreeJames George Rainbow, Circa 1871 - 1945
Geni World Family TreeJohn James (Jock) Rainbow, 1895 - 1970
Geni World Family TreeArthur James Rainbow, Circa 1895 - 1932
Geni World Family TreeEdwin James Rainbow, 1906 - 1968
Geni World Family TreeJames Rainbow, born Circa 1873
1911 England & Wales CensusJames Rainbow, born Circa 1899
1911 England & Wales CensusJames Rainbow, born Circa 1906
1911 England & Wales CensusJames Rainbow, born Circa 1899
1911 England & Wales Census
James Rainbow, born Circa 1848
1861 England & Wales Census
James Rainbow, born Circa 1850
1861 England & Wales Census
James Rainbow, born Circa 1849
1861 England & Wales Census
James Rainbow, born Circa 1819
1861 England & Wales Census
James Rainbow, born Circa 1831
1851 England & Wales Census
James Rainbow, born Circa 1842
1851 England & Wales Census
James Rainbow, born Circa 1833
1851 England & Wales Census
James Rainbow, born Circa 1842
1851 England & Wales Census
James Rainbow, born Circa 1869
1881 England & Wales Census
James Rainbow, born Circa 1859
1881 England & Wales Census
James Rainbow, born Circa 1819
1881 England & Wales Census
James Rainbow, born Circa 1875
1881 England & Wales Census
James Rainbow, born Circa 1881
1891 England & Wales Census
James Rainbow, born Circa 1881
1891 England & Wales Census
James Rainbow, born Circa 1856
1891 England & Wales Census
James Rainbow, born Circa 1850
1891 England & Wales Census
James Rainbow, born Circa 1881
1901 England & Wales Census
James F Rainbow, born Circa 1882
1901 England & Wales Census
James Rainbow, born Circa 1866
1901 England & Wales Census
James Rainbow, born Circa 1850
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- Jaimie Rainbo
- Jamie Rainbowe
- Jay Rainbo
- Jim Rainbowe
- Arabic: جيمس رينبو (Jīms Rīnbo)
- Japanese: ジェームズ・レインボー (Jēmuzu Reinbō)
- Russian: Джеймс Рейнбоу (Dzhéyms Reynbou)
- Spanish: Santiago Rainbow


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- Australia 5%
- Other 1%
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 "Rainbow" has its origins in England, where it is believed to have derived from the Old English words "regn," meaning rain, and "boga," meaning bow, referring to the natural phenomenon of a rainbow that appears after rain. This surname likely emerged in the medieval period, possibly as a topographical name for someone living near a place where rainbows were frequently seen or as a nickname for a person with a cheerful disposition, symbolizing hope and beauty. Variations of the surname can be found in different cultures, such as "Rainbo" or "Rainebow," though these are less common. The name is relatively rare and does not have significant variations in spelling or pronunciation across languages, maintaining its distinctive form. While the surname does not directly correlate with specific occupations, it may have been associated with individuals who were seen as bringers of good fortune or joy, reflecting the positive connotations of rainbows in various cultures.
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