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Thomas Shahan

Photograph of Thomas Shahan Source: Library of Congress

Personal Details

Given Name
Thomas
Surname
Shahan
Occupation
Right Reverend

The Name Thomas

Origin
Aramaic
Meaning
Twin
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The Shahan Surname

Origin
Armenian or Middle Eastern
Meaning
Possibly related to 'Shah' meaning king or ruler in Persian.
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Source

Library of Congress

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