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William McNair

Photograph of William McNair Source: Library of Congress

Personal Details

Given Name
William
Surname
McNair

The Name William

Origin
Germanic
Meaning
Resolute protector
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The McNair Surname

Origin
Scottish Gaelic
Meaning
Son of Nair, possibly derived from 'an aire' meaning 'the heir' or from a personal name.
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