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Jans
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Jans is a variant of Jan, ultimately derived from John. John originates in Hebrew language and means "God is merciful". It has been one of the most popular masculine given names over centuries, and in different spellings all over the world. Throughout history it was borne by numerous kings, princes, emperors, popes and saints, the most famous being John the Baptist and John the Apostle. More recently, the famous bearers include John F. Kennedy and John Lennon.
Cora
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Cora is most likely a variant of Corinna. Corinna originates in Greek language and means "maiden". Corinna was the name of an Ancient Greek poet, as well as a pen name of the English poet Elizabeth Thomas. Though with different spelling, it was popularized by the 1994 film Corrina, Corrina, starring Whoopi Goldberg. The name Cora was popularized by James Fenimore Cooper in his novel The Last of the Mohicans.
June
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June originates in English language and is taken from the name of the sixth month in the year, between May and July. As a feminine given name it has been used since the end of the 19th century and has always been fairly popular in the United States.
Thuy
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Thuy originates in Vietnamese language and it means "gentle woman".
Lachie
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Lachie is a diminutive of Lachlan. Lachlan originates in Scottish language and means "land filled with lakes". Initially, it was a nickname used for a person from Norway. As a masculine given name it is rather rare in the US.
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Prue is a diminutive of Prudence. Prudence originates in Latin language and means "provident, cautious". It is a feminine form of Prudentius. Prudence is one of the Cardinal Virtues, together with justice, fortitude and temperance. As a feminine given name it has been used since the 16th century.
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