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William Joseph McNamara, 1872 - 1942
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William Vincent McNamara, 1877 - 1935
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William Alexander McNamara, 1882 - 1937
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William Vincent McNamara, 1877 - 1935
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William Joseph McNamara, 1872 - 1942
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William Joseph "Willie" McNamara, 1872 - 1942
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William Howard McNamara, 1890 - 1966
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William Joseph "Willie" McNamara, 1872 - 1942
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William Patrick McNamara, 1891 - 1961
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William Joseph McNamara, 1872 - 1942
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William John McNamara, 1843 - 1883
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William James McNamara, 1903 - 1974
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William McNamara, 1877 - 1953
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William Francis McNamara, 1904 - 1961
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William Joseph "Willie" McNamara, 1872 - 1942
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William H. McNamara, 1912 - 1983
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William R. McNamara, 1886 - 1946
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William John McNamara, 1891 - 1947
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William Edward McNamara, 1907 - 1964
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William McNamara, 1863 - 1937
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William McNamara, 1863 - 1937
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William Francis McNamara, Circa 1880 - 1935
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William James McNamara, Circa 1925 - 1948
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William McNamara in The Boston Transcript - Mar 27 1928
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William McNamara in Evening star - Oct 20 1933
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William McNamara in Edmonton Journal - Sep 11 1946
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William McNamara in The Catholic Press - Oct 6 1952
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William Francis McNamara, 1868 - 1942
Rhode Island Deaths, 1850-1946
William James McNamara, 1894 - 1927
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William Francis McNamara, Circa 1881 - 1928
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William Francis McNamara, 1910 - 1923
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William James McNamara, 1879 - 1947
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William Edward McNamara, 1881 - 1962
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William McNamara, Circa 1869 - 1899
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William Edward McNamara, died 1962
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William E. McNamara, 1886 - 1931
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William McNanary, 1878 - 1923
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William Joseph McNamara, 1899 - 1945
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William F. McNamara, 1861 - 1926
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William McNamara, 1907 - 1931
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William Jeffrey McNamara, 1952 - 2005
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William Joseph McNamara, 1900 - 1972
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William Patrick McNamara, 1900 - 1942
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William W. McNamara, 1854 - 1919
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William McNamara, 1895 - 1948
New York City Deaths, 1866-1948
William McNamara, 1869 - 1938
New York City Deaths, 1866-1948
William McNamara, 1913 - 1914
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William McNamara, 1884 - 1915
New York City Deaths, 1866-1948
William P. McNamara, 1878 - 1932
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William J. McNamara, Circa 1875 - 1932
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William McNamara, Circa 1895 - 1925
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William McNamara, Circa 1837 - 1902
Names & Stories in Newspapers from OldNews.com (Massachusetts, Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont)William Michael McNamara, 1898 - 1987
Rhode Island Historical CemeteriesWilliam Alfred McNamara, 1863 - 1881
Rhode Island Historical CemeteriesWilliam McNamara, 1800 - 1872
Rhode Island Historical CemeteriesWilliam McNamara, 1859 - 1877
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William F McNamara, 1925 - 2008
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William Arthur McNamara, 1936 - 2008
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William C McNamara, 1934 - 1999
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William J McNamara, 1920 - 1988
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William Leo McNamara, 1868 - Circa 1912
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William McNamara, Circa 1908 - 1955
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William Matthew McNamara, born 1956
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William S. McNamara, died 1918
Names & Stories in Newspapers from OldNews.com (Texas, Arizona, New Mexico, Nevada, Utah, Nebraska)William B. McNamara, 1904 - 1961
BillionGravesWilliam E McNamara, 1920 - 1993
BillionGravesWilliam F McNamara, 1876 - 1905
BillionGravesWilliam Ben McNamara, 1924 - 2005
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William Patrick McNamara, Circa 1908 - 1943
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William McNamara, Circa 1896 - 1916
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William Arthur McNamara, Circa 1920 - 1944
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William James McNamara, Circa 1920 - 1942
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- Arabic: ويليام مكنامارا (Wīlīām Maknāmārā)
- Japanese: ウィリアム・マクナマラ (Wiriamu Makunamara)
- Russian: Уильям Макнамара (Uilyam Maknamara)
- Spanish: Guillermo Mcnamara


- USA 33%
- Ireland 24%
- Australia 18%
- United Kingdom 16%
- Canada 8%
- 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 Mcnamara has its origins in Ireland, specifically deriving from the Gaelic surname "Mac Conmara," which translates to "son of Conmara." The name is associated with the ancient kingdom of Thomond in County Clare, where the O'Conmara family was prominent. Historically, the name is linked to the meaning "hound of the sea," suggesting a connection to maritime activities or characteristics of strength and loyalty. Variations of the surname can be found in different regions and cultures, including Macnamara and MacNamara, with differences in spelling and pronunciation reflecting regional dialects and linguistic influences. The name has also spread beyond Ireland, particularly to English-speaking countries, where it has been adopted and sometimes altered in spelling. Overall, Mcnamara is a name steeped in Irish heritage, embodying both a familial lineage and a connection to the natural world.
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