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Matilda Matintytär Ruhkala (born Kangas), 1893 - 1973
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Matilda Antintytär Kangas (born Iso-oja Koskenkorva), 1885 - 1954
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Matilda Simsonsdotter Kaisko (born Kangas), 1856 - 1934
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Matilda Matintytär "Tilda" Ruhkala (born Kangas), 1893 - 1973
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Matilda Matintytär Ruhkala (born Kangas), 1893 - 1973
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Matilda Antintytär Kangas (born Iso-oja), 1885 - 1954
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Matilda Ruhkala e. Suomela (born Kangas), 1893 - 1973
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Matilda Ruhkala, Matintytär (born Kangas), 1893 - 1973
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Matilda Tilta* Juhontytär Kujala (born Kangas), 1888 - 1971
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Matilda Matintytär "Tilda" Ruhkala (born Kangas), 1893 - 1973
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Matilda Matintytär Ruhkala (born Kangas), 1893 - 1973
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Matilda Kaisko, Simontytär (born Kangas), 1856 - 1934
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Matilda Kaisko (born Kangas), 1856 - 1934
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Matilda Tilda* Kujala, Juhontytär (born Kangas), 1888 - 1971
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Matilda Laukka (born Kangas), Circa 1911 - 1986
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Matilda Peterson, 1911 - 1911
Michigan DeathsMatilda Erlandintytär Kangas (born Tupamäki), 1897 - 1968
Geni World Family TreeMatilda Charlotta Parski (born Kangas), 1861 - 1946
Geni World Family TreeMatilda Antintytär Nyyssölä (born Olli), 1886 - 1963
Geni World Family TreeMatilda Kangas (born Hammare), 1879 - 1924
Geni World Family TreeMatilda Kangas (born Kaarlontytär Tienvieri), 1872 - 1953
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FamilySearch Family TreeMatilda Kangas (born Akola), 1857 - 1933
FamilySearch Family TreeMatilda Antintytär Kangas (born Olli), 1886 - 1963
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Matilda Kangas, born Circa 1886
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Matilda Kangas, born Circa 1886
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Matilda Kangas, born Circa 1870
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Matilda Kangas, born Circa 1870
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Matilda Kangas, born 1873
Finland, Population Tax Lists, 1890
Matilda Karolina Kangas, born 1866
Finland, Population Tax Lists, 1910Matilda Kangas, Circa 1855 - 1907
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Matilda Kangas
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Matilda Kangas
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Matilda Kangas
United States, Border Crossings from Canada, 1895-1956
Matilda Kangas, born Circa 1886
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Matilda Kangas, born Circa 1870
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Matilda Selma Kangas, born Circa 1870
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Matilda Kangas, born Circa 1870
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Matilda Kangas, born Circa 1886
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Matilda Kangas, born Circa 1870
1910 United States Federal CensusMatilda Kangas, born Circa 1886
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- Mathilda Cangas
- Mattie Cangas
- Matylda Cangas
- Tilda Cangas
- Arabic: ماتيلدا كانغاس (Mātīldā Kāngās)
- Japanese: マチルダ・カンガス (Machiruda Kangasu)
- Russian: Матильда Канкас (Matilda Kankas)
- Spanish: Matilde Kangas


- Finland 79%
- USA 13%
- Sweden 8%
The name Matilda has its origins in the Germanic elements "maht," meaning "might" or "strength," and "hild," meaning "battle," which together convey the meaning "mighty in battle." This name first appeared in medieval Europe, particularly in regions that are now part of Germany and England, and it gained popularity through the influence of several historical figures, including Matilda of Flanders, the wife of William the Conqueror, and Empress Matilda, the daughter of Henry I of England. The name is often associated with strong, independent women, reflecting the powerful figures who bore it. Variations of Matilda can be found across different cultures, including Mathilde in French and German, Matilde in Italian and Spanish, and Maud in English, which is derived from the Old English form of the name. Each variation may carry slight differences in pronunciation and spelling, but they all retain the essence of strength and resilience inherent in the original name.
The last name Kangas has Finnish origins, deriving from the word "kangas," which means "a piece of land covered with forest or brush." This surname is primarily associated with Finland, particularly in the regions of South Savo and North Karelia, where the landscape is characterized by dense forests and natural beauty. Historically, the name may have been used to describe individuals who lived near or worked on such land, reflecting a connection to nature and the environment. Variations of the surname can be found in different forms, such as "Kangaskoski" or "Kangasniemi," which may refer to specific locations or geographical features in Finland. The name is pronounced as "KAHN-gahs," and while it is predominantly Finnish, it may also appear in Swedish contexts due to Finland's historical ties with Sweden. Overall, the surname Kangas encapsulates a deep-rooted connection to the Finnish landscape and heritage.
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