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William Alexander MacLeod, 1856 - 1941
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WILLIAM MURDOCK MacLeod, 1821 - 1894
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William Marshall MacLeod, 1916 - 2008
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William Mackay MacLeod, 1806 - 1869
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William Macleod, 1806 - 1869
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William John MacLeod, 1881 - 1965
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William Walter MacLeod, 1856 - 1915
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William Macleod, 1876 - 1967
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William MacLeod, 1806 - 1869
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William Kenneth MacLeod, 1895 - 1982
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William Sutherland MacLeod, 1850 - 1927
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William MacLeod, 1839 - 1915
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William Alexander MacLeod, 1830 - 1907
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William 1806 (Scotland) MacLeod (born Macleod), 1806 - 1869
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William Macleod, 1918 - 2007
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William R. MacLeod, 1872 - 1921
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William M. MacLeod, Circa 1826 - 1905
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William A. MacLeod, 1891 - 1962
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William A. Macleod, 1865 - 1912
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William Alexander Macleod, Circa 1855 - 1941
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William Macleod, 1850 - 1929
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William Macleod, 1850 - 1929
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William Macleod, 1850 - 1929
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William D. Macleod in The Vancouver Sun - May 29 1970
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William Graham Macleod in The Boston Transcript - May 28 1919
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William Macleod in Sydney Morning Herald (NSW) - Aug 28 1935
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William K. Macleod in The Gazette - Mar 23 1967
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William Macleod, 1858 - 1931
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William A. Macleod, 1880 - 1947
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William Macleod, Circa 1885 - 1936
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William Macleod, 1887 - 1939
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William A. MacLeod, 1896 - 1994
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William Sterling MacLeod, 1930 - 1970
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William MacLeod, 1920 - 1997
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William Wendell MacLeod, 1944 - 2000
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William John Macleod, 1909 - 1912
New York City Deaths, 1866-1948
William Brash Macleod, 1886 - 1941
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William Macleod, 1870 - 1934
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William Macleod, 1867 - 1948
New York City Deaths, 1866-1948William J. MacLeod, 1919 - 1920
BillionGravesWilliam S MacLeod, 1924 - 1997
BillionGravesWilliam C. MacLeod, 1842 - 1938
BillionGravesWilliam M. MacLeod, 1916 - 2002
BillionGravesWilliam Macleod, 1823 - 1856
Rhode Island Historical CemeteriesWilliam Mackenzie Macleod, 1918 - 1978
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William Macleod, 1883 - 1960
Rhode Island Historical CemeteriesWilliam G. Macleod, 1922 - 1996
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William MacLeod, Circa 1909 - 1940
Commonwealth War Graves, 1914-1921, 1939-1947
William Henry MacLeod, Circa 1894 - 1918
Commonwealth War Graves, 1914-1921, 1939-1947
William MacLeod, Circa 1891 - 1918
Commonwealth War Graves, 1914-1921, 1939-1947
William Charles MacLeod, Circa 1911 - 1942
Commonwealth War Graves, 1914-1921, 1939-1947William A. MacLeod, 1883 - 1961
Famous People Throughout HistoryWilliam MacKintosh MacLeod, 1861 - 1931
Famous People Throughout HistoryWilliam MacLeod, 1850 - 1929
Famous People Throughout HistoryWilliam Douglas MacLeod, 1892 - 1963
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William Byron Macleod, Circa 1912 - 1916
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William Macleod, 1869 - 1945
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William Macleod, 1878 - 1941
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William Macleod, Circa 1908 - 1908
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William MacLeod, Circa 1851 - 1929
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William MacLeod, Circa 1851 - 1929
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William MacLeod, Circa 1851 - 1929
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William F. (Bill) MacLeod, 1924 - 2013
Newspaper and Funeral Home ObituariesWilliam P. MacLeod, 1939 - 2010
Newspaper and Funeral Home ObituariesWilliam R. MacLeod, 1954 - 2012
Newspaper and Funeral Home ObituariesWilliam MacLeod, 1957 - 2013
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William Herbert McLeod, Circa 1890 - 1938
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William Herbert Macleod, Circa 1890 - 1938
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William Francis Macleod, Circa 1890 - 1965
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William Herbert Macleod, Circa 1891 - 1935
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- Bill Macloud
- Will Macloud
- Willard Macloud
- Willy Macloud
- Arabic: ويليام ماكليود (Wīlīām Mākhlīyūd)
- Japanese: ウィリアム・マクレオド (Uiriamu Makureodo)
- Russian: Уильям Маклеод (Uilyam Makleod)
- Spanish: Guillermo Macleod


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- Canada 11%
- USA 6%
- Australia 1%
- Other 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 Macleod is of Scottish origin, specifically derived from the Gaelic name "Mac Leòid," which means "son of Leod." The name Leod is believed to have Norse roots, possibly linked to the Old Norse name "Ljótr," meaning "ugly" or "fierce," suggesting a warrior lineage. The Macleods are historically associated with the Isle of Skye and the Hebrides, where they were prominent landowners and chiefs, particularly in the 13th century. The name reflects the clan's heritage and their role in the feudal system, often linked to characteristics of strength and leadership. Variations of the surname can be found in different regions, including MacLeod, McLeod, and even variations like MacLeod of Harris or MacLeod of Lewis, which denote specific branches of the clan. The name has also been adapted in other cultures, leading to different spellings and pronunciations, but it remains closely tied to its Scottish roots and the legacy of the Macleod clan.
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