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Margaret Hannah Allen (born Forbes), 1865 - 1942
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Margaret Bragg (born Forbes), 1836 - 1899
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Margaret Bragg (born Forbes), 1836 - 1899
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Margaret MacHan (born Machan) (born Forbes), 1793 - 1890
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Margaret Hurst (born Forbes), 1866 - 1921
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Margaret Celestia Mahaffey (born Forbes), 1847 - 1924
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Margaret Lorena Forbes (born Bennett), 1869 - 1892
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Margaret Elizabeth Forbes (born Lobban), 1878 - 1915
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Margaret Hannah Allen (born Forbes), 1865 - 1942
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Margaret Ellen Evans (born Forbes), 1892 - 1933
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Margaret Ellen Evans (born Forbes), 1892 - 1933
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Margaret Elizabeth "Bessie" Forbes (born Armstrong), 1893 - 1968
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#Margaret Philomena ‘Phil’ FORBES (born JOHNSTON), 1905 - 1986
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Margaret Laird (Maggie) Forbes (born Fraser), 1880 - 1972
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Margaret D. Forbes, 1876 - 1951
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Margaret Henderson Forbes, 1885 - 1952
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Margaret Staerker (born Forbes), 1858 - 1925
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Margaret E. Forbes, 1854 - 1937
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Margaret Ellen Forbes, Circa 1872 - 1943
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Margaret Jean Forbes, Circa 1908 - 1944
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Margaret Forbes, Circa 1844 - 1922
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Margaret Forbes, Circa 1845 - 1923
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Margaret Forbes in Sun Journal - Oct 17 1994
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Margaret Forbes in Age (Melbourne, VIC) - Nov 7 1935
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Margaret Forbes in Spartenburg Weekly Herald and Herald-Journal - May 27 1995
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Margaret Winthrop Forbes in The Boston News Bureau - July 23 1930
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Margaret E. Forbes, 1850 - 1930
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Margaret Forbes, 1872 - 1934
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Margaret Forbes, 1883 - 1973
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Margaret M. Forbes, 1900 - 1972
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Margaret Eleanora Forbes, 1913 - 1997
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Margaret A. Forbes, 1891 - 1939
New York City Deaths, 1866-1948
Margaret Joyce Forbes, 1859 - 1943
New York City Deaths, 1866-1948
Margaret B. Forbes, 1919 - 1926
New York City Deaths, 1866-1948
Margaret Forbes, Circa 1905 - 1932
New York City Deaths, 1866-1948
Margaret Elizabeth Forbes, 1917 - 1925
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Margaret Forbes, 1862 - 1900
Michigan DeathsMargaret Forbes, Circa 1814 - 1879
Michigan DeathsMargaret Forbes, Circa 1857 - 1878
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Margaret E. Forbes, 1850 - 1930
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Margaret Ada Johnson, 1873 - 1948
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Margaret M. Forbes, 1876 - 1964
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Margaret (born Forbes), 1903 - 1963
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Margaret Forbes, 1917 - 1930
South Carolina, Deaths, 1915-1943
Margaret Forbes, 1861 - 1928
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Margaret Forbes, 1861 - 1965
Arizona Death CertificatesMargaret Forbes (born Clements), 1899 - 1992
BillionGravesMargaret Forbes, 1899 - 1917
BillionGravesMargaret Absalom (born Forbes), 1925 - 2007
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Margaret Mary Forbes, 1928 - 2017
New Jersey Death Index, 1920-1929, 1949-2017
Margaret C Forbes, 1910 - 1989
New Jersey Death Index, 1920-1929, 1949-2017
Margaret J Forbes, 1918 - 1992
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Margaret Forbes, Circa 1894 - 1984
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Margaret Forbes, 1924 - 1924
Georgia Deaths, 1917-1928
Margaret Warnock Forbes, Circa 1869 - 1921
Georgia Deaths, 1917-1928
Margaret Forbes, Circa 1859 - 1904
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Margaret Forbes, born 1922
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Margaret Rodelle Melan, born Circa 1936
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Margaret McLean, born Circa 1935
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- Margarete Forb
- Margaretha Forbess
- Margarett Forbis
- Margo Forbs
- Margret Forb
- Meg Forbess
- Arabic: مارجريت فوربس (Mārjrit Fūrbs)
- Italian: Margherita Forbes
- Japanese: マーガレット・フォーブス (Māgaretto Fōbuzu)
- Russian: Маргарита Форбс (Margarita Forbs)
- Spanish: Margarita Forbes


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- USA 9%
- Canada 3%
- Ireland 1%
- Other 1%
The name Margaret has its origins in the Greek word "margaritēs," meaning "pearl," which reflects beauty and value. It first appeared in the early Christian era, particularly in regions such as Greece and later spread throughout Europe, especially in England and France, due to the influence of saints and royalty, including Saint Margaret of Antioch. Historically, those who bore the name were often associated with nobility and virtue, embodying qualities of grace and strength. Variations of the name include Marguerite in French, Margarita in Spanish and Italian, and Margarete in German, each reflecting local linguistic nuances. The name has also inspired numerous diminutives and nicknames, such as Maggie and Meg, which are commonly used in various cultures. Overall, Margaret has maintained a timeless appeal, symbolizing purity and resilience across different societies.
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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