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William Henry Metcalf, 1806 - 1878
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William Metcalf, 1806 - 1878
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William Robert Metcalf, 1891 - 1922
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William P Metcalf, 1812 - 1890
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William Samuel Metcalf, 1833 - 1913
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William Samuel Metcalf, 1833 - 1913
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William N. *Living Related Donor* Metcalf,, 1741 - 1798
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William Henry Harrison Metcalf, 1887 - 1974
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William Metcalf, 1855 - 1938
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William Henry Metcalf, 1806 - 1878
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William Jefferson Metcalf, 1803 - 1857
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William David Metcalf, 1860 - 1918
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William Scarth Metcalf, 1839 - 1894
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William Junius Metcalf, 1883 - 1950
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William Eugene Metcalf, 1930 - 2004
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William H. Metcalf, 1866 - 1905
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William H. Metcalf, 1866 - 1905
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William Robert Metcalf, Circa 1877 - 1950
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William Metcalf, Circa 1859 - 1941
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William Metcalf, Circa 1899 - 1916
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William James Metcalf, Circa 1856 - 1908
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William L. Metcalf in Lewiston Evening Journal - Mar 21 1907
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William Metcalf in Sarasota Herald-Tribune - May 15 1972
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William H. Metcalf in The Catholic Press - July 7 1913
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William Metcalf in Evening Journal (Adelaide, SA) - Apr 21 1879
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William Chares Metcalf, 1859 - 1942
Rhode Island Deaths, 1850-1946
William Augustus Metcalf, Circa 1831 - 1889
Rhode Island Deaths, 1850-1946
William Metcalf, Circa 1804 - 1891
Rhode Island Deaths, 1850-1946
William Metcalf, Circa 1890 - 1914
Rhode Island Deaths, 1850-1946
William Metcalf, 1868 - 1931
Michigan Deaths
William Metcalf, 1868 - 1931
Michigan Deaths
William Charles Metcalf, 1856 - 1923
Michigan Deaths
William E. Metcalf, 1890 - 1945
Michigan DeathsWilliam N Metcalf, Jr, 1939 - 2009
BillionGravesWilliam A. Metcalf, 1921 - 1996
BillionGravesWilliam R Metcalf, 1943 - 2002
BillionGravesWilliam Lawrence Metcalf, 1943 - 2018
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William Marvin Metcalf, 1926 - 1991
Maryland Deaths
William Andrew Metcalf, 1895 - 1981
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William Henry Metcalf, 1866 - 1921
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William Metcalf, 1902 - 1980
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William D. Metcalf, 1895 - 1954
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William David Metcalf, 1881 - 1960
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William D. Metcalf, 1901 - 1947
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William D. Metcalf, 1884 - 1969
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William Tobias Metcalf, 1904 - 1975
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William Henry Metcalf, 1898 - 1947
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William Metcalf (Metcalfe), Circa 1866 - 1912
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William Metcalf, 1844 - 1902
Australia, Cemetery InscriptionsWilliam Metcalf, 1804 - 1891
Rhode Island Historical CemeteriesWilliam A. Metcalf, 1830 - 1889
Rhode Island Historical CemeteriesWilliam Dexter Metcalf, died 1833
Rhode Island Historical CemeteriesWilliam Metcalf, died 1849
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William S. Metcalf, Circa 1852 - 1932
West Virginia, Deaths
William B. Metcalf, Circa 1874 - 1933
West Virginia, Deaths
William Tompson Metcalf, Circa 1875 - 1918
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William S. Metcalf, died 1932
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William H. Metcalf, Circa 1888 - 1946
New York City Deaths, 1866-1948
William L. Metcalf, Circa 1880 - 1931
New York City Deaths, 1866-1948
William Metcalf, Circa 1896 - 1896
New York City Deaths, 1866-1948
William Metcalf, Circa 1820 - 1893
New York City Deaths, 1866-1948
William Metcalf, Circa 1952 - 1956
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William Metcalf, Circa 1849 - 1900
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William H. Metcalf, born 1866
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William Lewis Metcalf, Circa 1903 - 1966
Missouri Deaths, 1961-1970
William Cecil Metcalf, Circa 1908 - 1965
Missouri Deaths, 1961-1970
William Henry Metcalf, Circa 1912 - 1965
Missouri Deaths, 1961-1970
William J. Metcalf, Circa 1873 - 1963
Missouri Deaths, 1961-1970William Henry Metcalf, 1894 - 1968
Famous People Throughout HistoryWilliam Metcalf, 1838 - 1909
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- Bill Metcalfe
- Billy Metcalfe
- Wil Metcalfe
- Will Metcalfe
- Willem Metcalfe
- Arabic: ويليام ميتكال (Wīlīām Mītakāl)
- Japanese: ウィリアム・メトカーフ (Uiriamu Metokāfu)
- Russian: Уильям Меткалф (Vilyam Metkal'f)
- Spanish: Guillermo Metcalf


- United Kingdom 56%
- USA 37%
- Canada 3%
- Australia 3%
- 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 Metcalf has its origins in England, specifically deriving from the Old English personal name "Mædcalf," which translates to "calf of the meadow," indicating a connection to pastoral life and agriculture. This surname is believed to have first appeared in the northern regions of England, particularly in Yorkshire, where the landscape and farming practices would have influenced the naming conventions. Historically, those who bore the name Metcalf were likely associated with farming or livestock, reflecting the agrarian society of medieval England. Variations of the surname can be found in different regions and cultures, including Metcalfe, which is a common alternative spelling, and Metcalf may also appear in records as Metcalfe or even Metcalfson in some contexts. These variations often arise from regional dialects and the evolution of language over time. The surname Metcalf is relatively uncommon today but retains historical significance, particularly in genealogical studies related to English ancestry.
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