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Truman

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Type Surname (from nickname)
Usage English
Pronounced Pron. TROO-mən
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Meaning & History

Means "trusty man" in Middle English. A famous bearer of the surname was American president Harry S. Truman (1884-1972).

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VariantTrueman
Given Name DescendantTruman(English)

Categories

American presidential surnames, American presidents, American vice presidents, Will and Grace characters, WW2
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Entry updated October 11, 2012

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