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Basil Blackett

Photograph of Basil Blackett Source: Library of Congress

Personal Details

Given Name
Basil
Surname
Blackett

The Name Basil

Origin
Greek
Meaning
Royal or kingly.
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The Blackett Surname

Origin
English
Meaning
Possibly derived from a personal name or a diminutive form related to 'black,' with the suffix '-ett.'
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Source

Library of Congress

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