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General Samuel Rutherford Houston, 1793 - 1863
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Samuel Rutherford Houston, 1793 - 1863
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Samuel Rutherford Houston, 1793 - 1863
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Samuel Rutherford "Sam" Houston, 1793 - 1863
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Samuel Rutherford "Sam" Houston, 1793 - 1863
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Samuel Rutherford "Sam" Houston, 1793 - 1863
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Dr. Samuel William Houston, Jr. MD (CSA), 1843 - Circa 1894
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Samuel Rutherford "Sam" Houston, 1793 - 1863
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Samuel Rutherford Houston, 1793 - 1863
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Samuel Rutherford "Sam" Houston, 1793 - 1863
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Samuel Williams Houston, 1793 - 1863
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Samuel Rutherford Houston, 1793 - 1863
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Samuel Houston, 1758 - 1839
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Samuel E. Houston, 1890 - 1949
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Samuel E. Houston, 1890 - 1949
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Samuel D. Houston, 1826 - 1896
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Samuel D Houston, 1857 - 1942
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Samuel Houston, Circa 1871 - 1873
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Samuel Houston in Eugene Register-Guard - Oct 5 1872
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Samuel Houston in Baltimore Herald - May 27 1881
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Samuel Houston in The Boston Daily Atlas - Mar 11 1848
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Samuel Houston, 1880 - 1926
North Carolina, Deaths, 1906-1930
Samuel Houston, 1880 - 1922
North Carolina, Deaths, 1906-1930Samuel Dean Houston, 1927 - 2002
BillionGravesSamuel D Houston, Sr, 1927 - 2002
BillionGravesSamuel D Houston, 1938 - 2009
BillionGravesSamuel a Houston, 1837 - 1922
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Samuel Ellsworth Houston, 1858 - 1933
Maryland Deaths
Samuel Ellsworth Houston, 1925 - 1993
Maryland Deaths
Samuel Hopkins Houston, 1910 - 1994
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Samuel D. Houston, 1909 - 1964
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Samuel E. Houston, 1895 - 1965
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Samuel Houston, 1793 - 1848
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Samuel Houston, 1793 - 1848
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Samuel Wilson Houston, Circa 1894 - 1951
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Samuel (Bam) Houston, 1703 - 1800
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Samuel Houston, 1793 - 1863
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Samuel Houston, 1793 - 1863
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Samuel Houston, 1793 - 1836
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Samuel William Houston, 1852 - 1921
New York City Deaths, 1866-1948
Samuel Houston, 1875 - 1938
New York City Deaths, 1866-1948
Samuel Houston, Circa 1849 - 1935
New York City Deaths, 1866-1948
Samuel Houston, Circa 1859 - 1937
New York City Deaths, 1866-1948
Samuel G. Houston, Circa 1916 - 1940
Commonwealth War Graves, 1914-1921, 1939-1947
Samuel James Houston, Circa 1923 - 1943
Commonwealth War Graves, 1914-1921, 1939-1947
Samuel McLean Houston, Circa 1895 - 1917
Commonwealth War Graves, 1914-1921, 1939-1947
Samuel Houston, Circa 1898 - 1916
Commonwealth War Graves, 1914-1921, 1939-1947
Samuel G Houston, 1942 - 1988
New Jersey Death Index, 1920-1929, 1949-2017
Samuel S Houston, Circa 1899 - 1983
New Jersey Death Index, 1920-1929, 1949-2017
Samuel Houston
New Jersey Death Index, 1920-1929, 1949-2017Samuel Walker Houston, 1864 - 1945
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Samuel Houston, Circa 1824 - 1906
Rhode Island Deaths, 1850-1946
Samuel Houston, 1868 - 1925
Rhode Island Deaths, 1850-1946
Samuel Houston, 1864 - 1938
Rhode Island Deaths, 1850-1946
Samuel Houston, Circa 1861 - 1920
Rhode Island Deaths, 1850-1946
Samuel Craig Houston, Circa 1959 - 1970
Missouri Deaths, 1961-1970
Samuel Houston, Circa 1879 - 1964
Missouri Deaths, 1961-1970
Samuel Houston, Circa 1896 - 1964
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The first name Samuel has its origins in the Hebrew name שְׁמוּאֵל (Shemu'el), which translates to "God has heard" or "name of God." This name is deeply rooted in biblical history, as Samuel is a significant figure in the Old Testament, known as a prophet and the last judge of Israel. The name first appeared in ancient Israel and has been widely used in Jewish, Christian, and Islamic traditions, reflecting its enduring spiritual significance. Samuel is often associated with qualities such as wisdom, leadership, and a strong moral compass, traits that were exemplified by the biblical Samuel. Variations of the name can be found across different cultures, including Samuele in Italian, Samyuel in Arabic, and the diminutive forms like Sam or Sammy in English-speaking countries. The name has maintained its popularity over centuries, adapting to various linguistic and cultural contexts while retaining its core meaning and significance.
The last name "Houston" has its origins in Scotland, specifically deriving from the place name "Houstoun," which is located in West Lothian. The name itself is believed to mean "Hugh's town," with "Hugh" being a personal name of Old French origin, meaning "heart" or "mind." Historically, the surname was associated with landowners and nobility, reflecting the characteristics of strength and leadership. Variations of the surname can be found in different regions, including "Houstoun" and "Huston," with some variations appearing in Ireland and the United States, where the name has been anglicized or altered in spelling. The pronunciation may also vary, with some regions emphasizing different syllables. Overall, the surname Houston carries a rich historical significance tied to its geographical roots and the social status of its early bearers.
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