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William Ferguson Lees, 1856 - 1937
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William Lees, 1802 - 1866
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William James Lees, 1869 - 1940
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William LEES, 1802 - 1866
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William James Lees, 1904 - 1986
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William Jordan Lees, 1850 - 1925
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William James Lees, 1926 - 2003
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William Lowder Lees, 1814 - 1891
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William "Will" Broom Lees, 1869 - 1920
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William James (Jim) Lees, 1908 - 1990
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William "Will" Broom Lees, 1858 - 1920
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William Lees, 1802 - 1866
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William Lees, 1841 - 1918
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William Robert Lees, 1845 - 1933
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William Jordan Lees, 1850 - 1925
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William Lees, 1864 - 1923
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William George Lees, 1870 - 1937
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William Dale Lees, 1923 - 1968
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William J. Lees, 1872 - 1941
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William Charles Lees, 1879 - 1952
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William Lees, Circa 1908 - 1953
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William Lees, Circa 1868 - 1939
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William Lees, Circa 1868 - 1939
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William W. Lees in Ocala Star-Banner - Feb 24 1957
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William Lees in Pittsburgh Post-Gazette - July 13 1951
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William David Lees, 1940 - 1999
Maryland Deaths
William D. Lees, Circa 1876 - 1877
Maryland Deaths
William Lees, 1848 - 1938
Maryland Deaths
William G. Lees, 1895 - 1962
Maryland Deaths
William Lees, 1844 - 1924
Michigan Deaths
William Henry Lees, 1852 - 1942
Michigan DeathsWilliam Lees, Circa 1872 - 1892
Michigan Deaths
William Lees, Circa 1838 - 1898
Michigan Deaths
William Hunter Lees, 1892 - 1918
Utah, Salt Lake County Death Records, 1908-1949
William Lees, 75 - 1876
Utah, Salt Lake County Death Records, 1908-1949
William Leroy Lees, died 1903
Utah, Salt Lake County Death Records, 1908-1949
William F Lees, 1929 - 2009
New Jersey Death Index, 1920-1929, 1949-2017
William J Lees, 1959 - 2006
New Jersey Death Index, 1920-1929, 1949-2017
William F Lees, 1915 - 1985
New Jersey Death Index, 1920-1929, 1949-2017
William R Lees, 1932 - 1994
New Jersey Death Index, 1920-1929, 1949-2017William Thomas Lees, 1896 - 1980
Rhode Island Historical CemeteriesWilliam A. Lees, 1877 - 1974
Rhode Island Historical CemeteriesWilliam John Lees, 1905 - 1967
Rhode Island Historical CemeteriesWilliam J. Lees, 1866 - 1915
Rhode Island Historical Cemeteries
William Lees, 1899 - 1920
New York City Deaths, 1866-1948
William Lees, Circa 1851 - 1902
New York City Deaths, 1866-1948
William Lees, Circa 1802 - 1867
New York City Deaths, 1866-1948
William Lees, Circa 1879 - 1905
New York City Deaths, 1866-1948
William Lees, Circa 1791 - 1874
Australia, Cemetery Inscriptions
William Lees, Circa 1867 - 1912
Australia, Cemetery Inscriptions
William James Lees, Circa 1882 - 1885
Australia, Cemetery Inscriptions
William J. Lees, Circa 1896 - 1965
Australia, Cemetery InscriptionsWilliam Lees, 1850 - 1883
BillionGravesWilliam Edward (Bill) Lees, 1936 - 2000
BillionGravesWilliam Edwin Lees, 1928 - 1959
BillionGravesWilliam Bond Lees, 1792 - 1873
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William Eric Lees, Circa 1915 - 1945
Commonwealth War Graves, 1914-1921, 1939-1947
William Robbie Lees, Circa 1916 - 1943
Commonwealth War Graves, 1914-1921, 1939-1947
William Lowrie Lees, Circa 1911 - 1944
Commonwealth War Graves, 1914-1921, 1939-1947
William Herbert Lees, Circa 1921 - 1944
Commonwealth War Graves, 1914-1921, 1939-1947
William Lees, Circa 1836 - 1910
Rhode Island Deaths, 1850-1946
William T. Lees, 1862 - 1934
Rhode Island Deaths, 1850-1946
William Lees, Circa 1829 - 1871
Rhode Island Deaths, 1850-1946
William Lees, Circa 1836 - 1896
Rhode Island Deaths, 1850-1946
William (Sailor Bill) Lees, Circa 1856 - 1941
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William Redpath Lees, Circa 1843 - 1922
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William Lees, Circa 1820 - 1878
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William Lees, Circa 1831 - 1883
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- Bill Leese
- Billy Leesee
- Wil Leeseh
- Will Leess
- Willem Leese
- Arabic: ويليام ليس (Wīlīām Līs)
- Japanese: ウィリアム・リース (Uiriamu Rīsu)
- Russian: Уильям Лис (Vilyam Lis)
- Spanish (f): Guillermina Lees
- Spanish (m): Guillermo Lees


- United Kingdom 88%
- USA 6%
- Australia 3%
- Canada 2%
- Ireland 1%
The first name William has its origins in the Germanic elements "wil," meaning "will" or "desire," and "helm," meaning "helmet" or "protection," which together convey the meaning of "resolute protector." This name first appeared in the early medieval period, particularly in regions that are now part of modern-day Germany and France, gaining prominence in England after the Norman Conquest in 1066, largely due to William the Conqueror. Historically, those who bore the name were often associated with leadership and nobility, reflecting the protective and determined qualities implied by its meaning. Variations of the name William can be found across different cultures, including Guillaume in French, Guillermo in Spanish, and Wilhelm in German, each reflecting local linguistic characteristics. The name has remained popular throughout history, often associated with notable figures such as kings, writers, and leaders, further solidifying its esteemed status in various societies.
The last name "Lees" has its origins in England and is derived from the Old English word "leah," meaning "clearing" or "meadow," indicating a geographical feature or a place where the family may have lived or worked. This surname is often associated with individuals who resided near a clearing in a forest or a meadow, reflecting the agrarian lifestyle of early English communities. Historically, the name can be traced back to various regions in England, particularly in the northern counties. Variations of the surname include "Lee," "Leigh," and "Leas," which can be found in different cultures and languages, often reflecting regional dialects or spelling conventions. In some cases, the name has also been adopted in other countries, leading to further adaptations in spelling and pronunciation. The surname "Lees" is thus emblematic of a connection to the land and nature, resonating with the characteristics of those who initially bore it.
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