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Ruth Ann Banks Banks (born Hyatt), 1683 - 1751
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Ruth Ann aka Lucy Ann Humphreys gggm (born Banks), 1836 - 1901
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Ruth Ann Banks (born Hyatt), 1683 - 1751
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Ruth Ann Humphery (born Banks), 1835 - 1901
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Ruth Elizabeth Price/Smiley (born Banks), 1941 - 2018
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Ruth (Granny Banks) Banks (born Pogson), 1863 - 1951
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Ruth Ann Banks I (born Stanton), 1715 - 1791
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Ruth Shelor (born Banks), 1783 - 1875
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Ruth Banks (born Pogson), 1863 - 1951
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Ruth Shelor (born Banks), 1783 - 1875
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Ruth Robeana Reynolds (born Banks), 1908 - 2000
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Ruth Christie (born Banks), 1921 - 1981
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Ruth Ann Banks (born Hyatt), 1683 - 1750
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Ruth Irene Gable (born Banks), 1895 - 1960
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Ruth Kaner (born Banks), 1907 - 2002
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Ruth M. Banks, 1900 - 1988
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Ruth M. Banks, 1900 - 1988
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Ruth Fuller Banks, 1922 - 2003
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Ruth A. Banks, Circa 1914 - 1981
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Ruth Banks, Circa 1861 - 1936
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Ruth Banks, died 1954
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Ruth Banks in The Boston Globe - Feb 3 1935
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Ruth Banks in The Norwalk Hour - Feb 14 1939
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Ruth Banks Ruth Banks in Eugene Register-Guard - June 1 2001
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Ruth Banks, 1926 - 1927
West Virginia, Deaths
Ruth E. Banks, Circa 1907 - 1920
West Virginia, Deaths
Ruth E. Banks, Circa 1907 - 1920
West Virginia, Deaths
Ruth Evelyn Banks, Circa 1907 - 1920
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Ruth Koch (born Banks), born Circa 1864
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Ruth Banks, born Circa 1924
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Ruth Foulsham (born Banks)
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Ruth Foulsham (born Banks)
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Ruth Banks, 1914 - 1937
Maryland Deaths
Ruth L. Banks, 1921 - 1996
Maryland Deaths
Ruth Adelaide Banks, 1892 - 1986
Maryland Deaths
Ruth F. Banks, 1920 - 2011
Maryland Deaths
Ruth D Banks, 1935 - 2009
New Jersey Death Index, 1920-1929, 1949-2017
Ruth Banks, 1945 - 2010
New Jersey Death Index, 1920-1929, 1949-2017
Ruth H Banks, 1891 - 1986
New Jersey Death Index, 1920-1929, 1949-2017
Ruth E Banks, 1916 - 1995
New Jersey Death Index, 1920-1929, 1949-2017
Ruth Helen Banks, Circa 1934 - 1937
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Ruth Dean, born Circa 1907
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Ruth Banks, born Circa 1922
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Ruth Pierce, born Circa 1925
Names & Stories in Newspapers from OldNews.com (Missouri, Kansas, Oklahoma, Arkansas, Louisiana, Tennessee, Kentucky)Ruth Banks, 1917 - 2000
BillionGravesRuth Banks, 1900 - 1992
BillionGravesRuth Ann Banks, 1923 - 2009
BillionGravesRuth P Banks, 1922 - 2003
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Ruth Banks, 1924 - 1926
South Carolina, Deaths, 1915-1943
Ruth Banks, 1854 - 1918
South Carolina, Deaths, 1915-1943
Ruth Helen Banks, Circa 1907 - 1969
Missouri Deaths, 1961-1970
Ruth Banks, Circa 1961 - 1961
Missouri Deaths, 1961-1970
Ruth B. Banks, Circa 1954 - 1969
Missouri Deaths, 1961-1970
Ruth Banks, Circa 1919 - 1966
Missouri Deaths, 1961-1970
Ruth Banks, Circa 1912 - 1912
New York City Deaths, 1866-1948
Ruth Banks, 1939 - 1940
New York City Deaths, 1866-1948
Ruth Banks (Welch), 1895 - 1922
New York City Deaths, 1866-1948
Ruth Banks (Dubocq), 1886 - 1941
New York City Deaths, 1866-1948
Ruth A. Banks, 1929 - 2014
Newspaper and Funeral Home ObituariesRuth Carolyn Banks, 1918 - 2014
Newspaper and Funeral Home ObituariesRuth Banks, 1921 - 2011
Newspaper and Funeral Home ObituariesRuth Isabelle Banks, 1925 - 2015
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Ruth Banks, Circa 1921 - 1921
Georgia Deaths, 1917-1928
Ruth D Banks, 1935 - 2003
Arlington National Cemetery
Ruth Macmillan Banks, 1920 - 2010
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The name Ruth has its origins in Hebrew, derived from the word "re'ut," which means "friend" or "companion." It first appeared in ancient Israel and is prominently featured in the Hebrew Bible, particularly in the Book of Ruth, where the character exemplifies loyalty and devotion. Historically, the name has been associated with qualities such as kindness and compassion, reflecting the traits of those who bore it. Variations of the name can be found across different cultures and languages, including "Ruthie" in English-speaking countries, "Rute" in Portuguese, and "Ruth" in various forms in Scandinavian languages. The name has maintained its popularity over centuries, often symbolizing steadfastness and friendship, and continues to be a favored choice in many parts of the world today.
The last name "Banks" has its origins in England, deriving from the Middle English word "banke," which refers to a riverbank or hillside, indicating a geographical feature where the original bearers of the name may have lived or worked. The name is thought to have first appeared in the medieval period, particularly in regions near rivers or elevated land, and it often denoted individuals who resided near such landscapes. The meaning of "Banks" is closely tied to these natural features, suggesting a connection to the land and possibly to occupations related to agriculture or fishing. Variations of the surname can be found in different cultures, including "Bankes" and "Bancroft" in England, as well as "Banca" in Italian contexts, reflecting regional adaptations in spelling and pronunciation. The name has also been adopted in various forms across the globe, often retaining its association with natural landscapes. Overall, the surname Banks encapsulates a rich historical connection to the environment and the livelihoods of those who carried it.
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