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Howard A. Kelly

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Personal Details

Given Name
Howard A.
Surname
Kelly
Occupation
Radium Expert of Baltimore

The Name Howard

Origin
Germanic
Meaning
High guardian or noble watchman.
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The Kelly Surname

Origin
Irish
Meaning
Descendant of Ceallach, meaning bright-headed or warrior.
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Source

Library of Congress

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