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GOW : (Gaelic.) A smith. The Gowan or smith of a Highland clan was held in high estimation. His skill in the manufacture of military weapons was usually united with great dexterity in using them, and with the strength of body which his profession required. The Gowan usually ranked as third officer in the chiefs household.

GOWAN : (Gaelic.) A smith. The Gowan or smith of a Highland clan was held in high estimation. His skill in the manufacture of military weapons was usually united with great dexterity in using them, and with the strength of body which his profession required. The Gowan usually ranked as third officer in the chiefs household.

HANDEL : (Danish.) Trade, commerce; to trade, traffic; handel, Dutch, traffic, commerce, mechanic art, profession, business, or employment.

Origin of name provided by Jean Tosti

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Geographic distribution of the 597 individuals with the name PROFESSION on Geneanet.

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