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Updated Mon Sep 02 2024
America Origin and Meaning
The name America is a girl's name .
Given to children of both sexes as far back as colonial times, this carries a lot of baggage. However, parents continue to take the risk. Actress America Ferrera may be have inspired some families to choose the name. Ferrera's Honduras-born mother shares her unusual name.
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