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Origin of harper Total Records: 2  Origin of harper, Meaning of harper Origin: Harper originated as a surname when used to designate one particularly skilled in the art of playing the harp, as Charles le harper (Charles the harper) and is of considerable antiquity. The Harper family has been one of outstanding prominence in both England and Ireland as well as in America. Surnames: Harper Submitted by: DP Origin of harper, Meaning of harper Origin: A Harper was the third order of the Celtic priesthood after Bards (1st order) and poets (2nd order). It is religious in origin and not merely occupational. Surnames: Harper Submitted by: Glynn C. Harper 8/22/2008 2:07 AM Page 1 of 1

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