Researching Willie Hunter
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 | Did you know that in the 1881 UK census there were 30754 people with the Hunter surname? In that year Hunter was ranked number 102 for popularity in the UK. |
The name Willie means "Resolute Protector" and is of Teutonic origin.
Records of Willie Hunter on Ancestry
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Birth, Death and Marriage Records for Willie Hunter and the Hunter Family History
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| Did you know that there are currently 42174 people with the Hunter surname in the UK? Hunter is now ranked number 102 for popularity in the UK. |
Hunter Genealogy Databases
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| Did you know that there are currently 209639 people with the Hunter surname in the USA? Hunter is ranked number 88 for popularity in the USA. |
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Look at the Ellis Island Database for information on Willie Hunter. This database contains over 25 million immigration records detailing passengers arriving in the United States of America.
Some Famous People called Willie Hunter
Willie Hunter (musician)
Willie Hunter (1933–1994) was a Scottish folk fiddler born in Shetland who played an important part in the rejuvenation of the Shetland fiddling traditions. He began playing at age four, and was taught by Gideon Stove of Lerwick and Geoffrey di Mercado, who provided classical violin training. Hunter played with the Hamefarers Dance Band, the Yell Band, and the Cullivoe Band. His last album, Willie's Last Session, was recorded just eleven days before his death from cancer on 27 January 1994.
A collection of Hunter's tunes was published in 1998 by his widow, Pat. Among his best-known compositions are the slow air Leaving Lerwick Harbour, the reel The Cape Breton Visit To Shetland, and the strathspey Willie Hunter's Compliments to Dan R. MacDonald.
Source: Willie Hunter (musician), Wikipedia, The Free EncyclopediaWillie Hunter (golfer)
William Irvine Hunter (January 29, 1892 – October 18, 1968) was a Scottish-American professional golfer. He won the British Amateur title in 1921, and immigrated to the United States later that year. Hunter became a prominent figure in California golf, winning several important titles, including six PGA Tour events, but played the Tour, such as it was at that time, only on an irregular basis, while holding down club jobs. He was the head professional at Riviera Country Club near Los Angeles, California from 1936 to 1964.
Source: Willie Hunter (golfer), Wikipedia, The Free Encyclopedia
Other names that sound a bit like Hunter
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